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Are You an Iconoclast? Part 2...

Posted by Jeffrey Ziegler in Uncategorized on March 10, 2010 | 1 Comment

Last Friday, I told you about a friend of mine that I recently spent time with in Arizona. Don Cardon (or DJ)… a really talented developer who who is literally changing the Phoenix Skyline with a massive development project. It is pretty obvious based off his accomplishments, DJ is one talented dude… someone who inspires and empowers all those around him to pursue...

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Are You an Iconoclast?...

Posted by Jeffrey Ziegler in Uncategorized on March 5, 2010 | 4 Comments

Hey Everybody… I haven’t posted as often over the last few days because I just cruised in to town from a whirlwind trip to AZ. Saw a ton of friends, but it was few days of absolute craziness! While I was down there, I had the privilege of hanging out with a good buddy who is the ultimate iconoclast. If you have no idea what the heck that term means, don’t worry. I...

Andy Hussong says:

March 5, 2010 at 5:31 pm

Hey Jeff,

I’ve by no means accomplished the monumental task that Don has, but I’ll put myself out there to say that I’m at least SOMEWHAT “Iconoclastic” in that I’ve gone against the grain of what most people believe – which isn’t much – by simply taking risks for the sake of wanting a better life for my family.

I still remember my post office buddies (I was a distribution clerk for the USPS) laughing when I listened to marketing CDs while I worked, and how some would say, “you’re not going anywhere… you’ll retire from here like the rest of us”.

Long story short, I took some gambles, quit my job, almost lost our house because of it, but then found my groove in the Internet marketing world as a JV/affiliate manager.

Now, I’ve taken another leap of faith based on my belief that I can create a difference for thousands of online business owners in an area that you don’t see much going on (I’ll leave it at that so this comment doesn’t just look like a huge pitch).

Anyway, like I tell my teens, and eventually my younger boys, the first secret is believing that you can accomplish anything (believing in yourself), and the next one is that you have to just have the balls to GO FOR IT… while simultaneously surrounding yourself with encouraging people, and ignoring those who bring you down in any fashion.

So regardless of whether you’re building skyscrapers or simply pushing yourself beyond your comfort zone to create a better life for yourself or your family, you can live an amazing life by simply refusing to settle for less than what you’re truly capable of.

Take care,
Andy
Jeffrey Ziegler says:

March 5, 2010 at 6:45 pm

Hey Andy –

Thanks for the comment. I like what you said,

“So regardless of whether you’re building skyscrapers or simply pushing yourself beyond your comfort zone to create a better life for yourself or your family, you can live an amazing life by simply refusing to settle for less than what you’re truly capable of.”

Good Stuff!

JZ
Rebecca Laughlin says:

March 5, 2010 at 9:50 pm

Hi Jeff,
I’ve never heard the term “iconoclast” but I believe that the substance of it is in the heart of those who do the things that really make a difference. I hope that I fall into that category. I believe, as do you and Andy, that “small” things can bring about tremendous outcomes that change the world – “the hand that rocks the cradle” kind of thing. I’ve paid somewhat of a price for living and believing “outside of the box”, but the reward has been FAR greater than any small price. There are things that if I go back and do differently I would, but none of them were the actions I took based on my “out of the box” beliefs; they all would be the things that fell into the “people pleasing” moments. God has made some fantastic promises to us that are REALLY out of the box. If we’ll believe Him more than negative people around us, we’ll live a life that will not only fulfill our wildest dreams, but we’ll be able to help others fulfill theirs. “…with God nothing shall be impossible to you”. Thanks for being a kindred spirit and being a part of helping us fulfill our fullest potential and wildest dreams! Be blessed!

In His Love
Rebecca
Tami says:

March 7, 2010 at 10:56 pm

Jeff, Don, Andy and Rebecca,

You have all inspired me. I have worked at my job for nearly 10 years – it has been a great job – one many people say is a “dream job” with good pay and amazing travel. But good things end too and as I watch the structure of this organization literally crumble around me – I know that it is time for me to believe in myself, push beyond my comfort zone and simply refuse to settle. Have you ever felt like the preacher was talking only to you – last night sermon started with this statement – “What if the life you want is hiding in your biggest problem?” – what if indeed.

My wildest dream begins by supporting myself as a trader and donating my time to the causes that Bless my heart…

I’ve never heard the term either but my co-workers, friends and family may certainly see me as “iconoclast” when I refuse to settle for another job. “Have the balls” Andy said… well regardless of that it’s time for me to “go for it”