Success Advice
3 Simple Tips That Will Make You Hustle Harder In Life And Business
Years ago, I asked myself something that was probably asked by many people at some point in their lives. We all know that working hard is essential, but how exactly do you make yourself work hard? This question made me search far and wide for possible answers.
Hustle is an essential ingredient for success in life. It is not just enough that you hustle, but you must hustle hard. With so much competition out there, having a lapse in your level of activity can actually be costly.
Hungry to find ways to make myself a harder worker, I searched far and wide for solutions and techniques that would help me stay engaged and dedicated. I decided to compile everything I know and condense them into 3 tips.
These 3 tips are simple, yet will have a profound effect in your hustling skills:
1. Modify Your Work Approach
Sometimes, the things that prevent us from channeling our best efforts are the things we do. Whether it is in life or in business, some of the things that we do can actually hinder us from reaching our full potential.
Most people see deadlines as a handicap, a burden that they have to beat to accomplish what they need. Instead, turn time into your friend. Using time management methods such as the Pomodoro technique, use time as a motivating force to give your 100%.
Another approach is to make a list of tasks you need to do. It is best that you start the day with the most difficult ones, as you still have your full energy and focus. Get them done, and you will have more time and more confidence to complete the rest of the day’s work.
Yet another technique to make your burden less is to look for ways to simplify complicated tasks. Dividing projects into smaller “milestones” allows you to proceed with your tasks one step at a time, which greatly reduces workplace pressure that may become a source of distraction.
“If you love life, don’t waste time, for time is what life is made up of.” – Bruce Lee
2. Keep A Positive Mindset
Positivity is a must to become a great hustler. It comes as no surprise that the most successful people are the ones who keep a positive outlook in life.
It comes as no surprise, too, that you need to keep negativity at bay. Push aside any troublesome thoughts about a specific task (e.g. that it’s too difficult, too boring, etc.) and just get it done. The less you focus on the negatives of the task, the faster you can get it done.
Also, accept the fact that you will make mistakes and experience failures in your everyday life. Instead of allowing each mistake to drag you down, take it as a means to make yourself better. Treat each mistake as a learning opportunity and make each failure your motivation to come back stronger.
Last but not least, you cannot underestimate the impact of being surrounded with positive people. Being around the right people will motivate you to reach for your goals, give you much-needed reinforcement to get things done, and be great influences for improving your work ethic.
3. Set Your Goals
Goal setting is one of the hallmarks of successful people. Having goals (and striving for them) will help you achieve a lot of things in life and business.
First, you need to create both immediate and long-term goals. Write them down, focus on achieving each of them, and constantly remind yourself why you made those goals. Seeing your goals provides much-needed motivation to continue hustling even during your worst days.
You must also learn how to manage distractions. There are various distractions that can prevent you from getting things done, and before you know it, you’re confronted with loads of unfinished tasks. Make a conscious effort to cut down on these distractions to help you focus on your tasks and to-dos.
Lastly, ensure that your goals stay realistic. Many people get crushed under the burden of unrealistic expectations, becoming frustrated and disillusioned in the process. Setting goals that you can realistically accomplish ensures that you have great odds of accomplishing them.
Hard work is a state of mind that can be achieved by everyone. Modifying your work approach, keeping a positive mindset, and setting your goals will help you hustle harder in life and in business.
“Everybody has goals, aspirations or whatever, and everybody has been at a point in their life where nobody believed in them.” – Eminem
How have these 3 qualities helped you hustle harder in your life? Let us know by commenting below!
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Boost your focus, confidence, and results with 11 powerful habits successful people use every day.

Successful people love to help beginners. They have an incredible work ethic and rarely complain. As a result, others naturally look up to them and want to follow in their footsteps.
But here’s the truth: there’s no success without sacrifice. You’ll need to give up comfort, excuses, and sometimes even social approval to accomplish your goals.
Value comes from solving problems, and these 11 powerful tips will help you become more productive, successful, and confident, starting today.
1. Take Short Breaks After Finishing a Task
Psychology shows it’s important to reward positive behaviour.
After completing a big task or finishing a book, take five minutes to walk, stretch, or simply breathe. This quick reset helps your brain recharge and strengthens focus.
Many great writers swear by morning walks, solitude, and reflection can unlock creativity.
But if you refuse to take breaks, don’t be surprised when burnout hits. Your brain needs recovery time just as much as your body does.
2. Schedule Your Most Important Tasks First
Multitasking kills productivity. If you want to get more done, try time blocking, a method where you dedicate set periods for specific tasks.
Productivity expert Caitlin Hughes explains, “Time blocking involves scheduling blocks of time for your tasks throughout the day.”
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Research your topic at night.
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Write your first draft in the morning (don’t worry if it’s rough).
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Edit in the afternoon, great writing comes from rewriting.
You can’t buy more time. Use it intentionally and without regret.
3. Eliminate Distractions from Your Workspace
Focus is the foundation of success.
According to Inc. Magazine, it takes an average of 23 minutes to recover from a distraction. That’s nearly half an hour of lost productivity every time you check your phone.
Put your phone away. Close unnecessary tabs. And yes, limit your Netflix binges.
Meeting deadlines consistently is one of the fastest ways to stand out and earn respect.
4. Take Full Responsibility for Your Life
Entrepreneur Derek Sivers once said, “Everything is my fault.”
This mindset doesn’t mean self-blame; it means self-ownership. Stop pointing fingers, making excuses, or waiting for others to change.
If your habits (like smoking or drinking too much) hold you back, it’s time to make better choices. Your friends can’t live your dreams for you; only you can.
5. Invest an Hour a Day in Learning New Skills
Knowledge compounds over time.
Whether you read books, take online courses, or practise a craft, consistent learning gives you a competitive edge.
I used to struggle with academic writing, but I improved by studying the work of great authors and applying what I learned.
Your past doesn’t define you; your actions do. Every new skill adds another tool to your arsenal and makes you more unstoppable.
6. Develop a Growth Mindset
Psychologist Dr. Carol Dweck introduced the concept of fixed vs. growth mindset.
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A fixed mindset believes success is based on natural talent.
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A growth mindset believes success comes from effort and learning.
Choose the growth mindset. Embrace challenges. See failures as feedback. In today’s fast-moving digital world, adaptability is your biggest advantage.
7. Learn Marketing to Reach People Who Need You
I once believed marketing was manipulative, until I realised it’s about helping people solve problems.
If your work provides genuine value, marketing is how you let others know it exists. Even Apple spends billions on it.
Don’t be ashamed to promote your skills or business. Without visibility, your ideas will never reach the people who need them most.
Creative professionals who understand marketing and sales have an unfair advantage.
8. Ask Your Mentor the Right Questions
Good mentors can fast-track your growth.
While mentorship often costs money, it’s one of the best investments you can make. Great mentors don’t care about titles; they care about your progress.
If you don’t have access to a mentor yet, books are your silent mentors. Read the best in your field, take notes, and apply what resonates.
9. Build Confidence Through Action, Not Affirmations
Author Ryan Holiday once said, “I don’t believe in myself. I have evidence.”
Confidence doesn’t come from shouting affirmations into the mirror; it comes from proof. Doing hard things, keeping promises to yourself, and following through.
When you consistently take action, your brain gathers evidence that you can handle whatever comes next. That’s real confidence, grounded, earned, and unshakable.
10. Focus on Your Strengths
Your strengths reveal where your greatest impact lies.
If people compliment you on something often, it’s a clue. Lean into it.
A former professor once told me I was creative, and that simple comment gave me the confidence to go all in. I studied creativity, applied it daily, and turned it into my career advantage.
Double down on your strengths. That’s how you build momentum and mastery.
11. Identify and Challenge Your Limiting Beliefs
Your beliefs shape your reality.
For years, I believed I couldn’t be a great writer because of my chronic tinnitus and astigmatism, sensory challenges that made concentration difficult. But over time, I realised those struggles made me more disciplined, observant, and empathetic.
Your limitations can become your greatest motivators if you let them.
Avoid shortcuts. Growth takes time, but it’s always worth it.
Final Thoughts
Becoming productive, successful, and confident isn’t about working harder than everyone else. It’s about working smarter, consistently, and intentionally.
You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight. Start small: take a break after your next task, schedule your priorities, or spend one hour learning something new.
Every habit you change compounds into long-term success. Remember, true change comes from practising new behaviours.
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