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The 5 Elements of All 6-Figure Earners

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It’s easy to identify what differentiates the “mediocre” entrepreneurs from the ultra-successful ones. But merely identifying these elements is not even half the battle. You must execute upon them! If you have been following my work, you already know that I am super-tactical which is why I am going to give you five specific elements that you can immediately start using to clearly differentiate yourself from the “mediocre” to the ultra-successful entrepreneur.

With evolving technology and incredible competition, it’s time for you to level up, stop making excuses, and start moving through life with a sense of urgency like you know you’re capable of. Less talk, more action.

Your ability to change your business—and your life for that matter—begins in the mind. Once you are able to make that first mental shift in what you focus upon, you can start to take the necessary actions that will turn your dreams into reality. However, this is where most entrepreneurs fail. They learn what steps are necessary, mentally prepare to take those steps, but ultimately fail to take action.

Let’s face it, life is a game and it is all about the way you play it. In order to play a successful game in the new economy, you need to do more than just master your mindset to become a 6-figure earner. It is now time for you to develop your brand new strategy that incorporates these 5 crucial elements to help you start taking the actions necessary to become a 6-figure earner.

1. Compelling Vision

Create a vision so inspiring you can’t stop thinking about it. In fact, make it so inspiring it keeps you wide awake at night. Keep your daily focus and thoughts on achieving this vision. Once you have truly sold yourself on your vision that is when the magic starts to happen.

Write down your goals by creating a specific plan inclusive of the exact dates each one will be achieved. To help you get started right this second, download my one-page productivity plan. Remember, your vision should resonate with your true passions and must be so compelling that it drives you to action each and every day. Once you have the this clear vision in mind, everything else will start falling in place naturally.  

2. Sense of Urgency

Once you have your compelling vision, this should come naturally, but cannot be overstated—do EVERYTHING with a sense of urgency. From taking phone calls to making decisions to creating products and services, if it can be done today, get it done. Period.

Too many people wait on the sidelines to make a decision or make a move. What the hell are you waiting for?  The time will NEVER be just right. Super successful entrepreneurs are always thinking and doing actions that are two steps ahead of their competition. If you are not moving with urgency then you are already ten steps behind.

Once you are there, the holy grail of entrepreneurship then becomes getting your team to act with this same sense of urgency. Get them on board your bullet train, not stopping or slowing down for anything or anyone, and mountains can truly be moved.  

“Without a sense of urgency, desire loses its value.” – Jim Rohn

3. Multiple Income Streams

You have your vision and your sense of urgency, now apply that to everything. Not just to your one big idea but to every idea you have. This is where the fun begins. I have to tell you that it is absolutely incredible the number of entrepreneurs I have met that have built not one but multiple successful businesses in less than 12 months and you can too.

I worked hard to build my own empire and continue to do so each and every day, which as a result, I have had the opportunity to generate multiple streams of income in a wide variety of different types of businesses: The GameChangers Academy, Young Entrepreneurial Lifestyle podcast, world-wide speaker and mentor, Young Ambition clothing line, author of best-selling books including 6 Months to 6 Figures and The Entrepreneurial Blueprint, contributor to numerous world-class publications, active real estate investor, and the streams go on. I don’t say this to brag but show you how much opportunity there is out there right now.

Remember, the golden rule in business: “Cashflow is King”. The average millionaire has seven different streams of income. The key is to master one, before you start another.

4. Produce with Excellence

Having multiple streams of income means that everything I do and put my name to is planned, well-thought-out, and executed with excellence. I refuse to associate my name with anything that is not going to add massive value to my ever-expanding tribe and is not 100% congruent with my own vision for my brand.

This is why even the free content I make available to all of my loyal fans is produced with excellence and far exceeds the vast majority of paid-for-content put out by others. I make sure everything I do provides phenomenal value for those I impact, customers, and clients—you must do the same.

This dedication to excellence in everything that I do requires that both myself and my team makes every single minute count. There is a purpose for every task I undertake and a specific outcome for everything I do, both personally and professionally. Too many people put their name to mediocre and insanely useless material because it is easy.

Don’t do anything because it is easy. Pay attention to everything, you must be detailed oriented, and fiercely selective with what you choose to do and whom you choose to work with. Everything must be cloaked with excellence.

“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.” – Vince Lombardi

5. Right Now Matters

If you have come this far, you are already ahead of the pack. Now it is time to finish off the competition and distance yourself from others and more importantly from the person you were yesterday.  This is one statement I cannot reiterate enough and you must believe it when I tell you that right now matters.

You know how short life is, so do not waste your valuable time wallowing or hanging out with those that do. Focus on what you need to accomplish right now to achieve your vision, and make every single minute and each day matter. Track your progress and keep the wheels moving, in doing so mastery can be yours.

I challenge you to forget about the newest video video game, what sports game is on tonight, and what closet you were going to re-arrange, and start producing!  If what you are going to do right now does not produce income then do not do it. If you are serious and committed to your success, your next hour, next day, next week, next month, next year, next decade will be focused on these 5 elements.

Once you understand that right now matters, the rest becomes history. I want to help you cut your learning curve in half so I created a free video series on how to make your first $1,000 as an entrepreneur at 6m6f.com/1k.

Peter Voogd is a 2x Best Selling Author, and the founder of the prestigious Game Changers Academy.  He’s been labeled the leading authority on Gen Y leadership. He’s been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, inc.com, Time, HuffPost along with many other international publications.  He’s trained over  6,000 young entrepreneurs personally and his podcasts, videos, websites, and social media reaches over 1 million people monthly.  He’s known for his No BS approach to life and entrepreneurship.

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11 Mark Manson Lessons That’ll Redefine Success in the Digital Age

Success in the digital age isn’t about hacks, it’s about the raw, real lessons Mark Manson actually lives by.

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In 2016, Mark Manson released The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, a brutally honest, thought-provoking book that redefined self-help for a new generation. (more…)

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The Secret Daily Routines Behind History’s Most Brilliant Thinkers

Uncover the daily rituals and hidden habits that powered history’s most brilliant minds to success.

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Why Daily Rituals Matter

Every great achiever has one thing in common: discipline. Behind the novels, inventions, discoveries, and masterpieces are small, consistent habits repeated daily. (more…)

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How to Turn a Simple Link-in-Bio Into a Powerful Brand Hub

Transform your forgotten bio link into a high-impact gateway that fuels engagement, clicks, and conversions across every social platform.

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These 11 Habits Will Make You More Productive, Successful, and Confident

Boost your focus, confidence, and results with 11 powerful habits successful people use every day.

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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.”

For example, if you’re a writer:

  • Research your topic at night.

  • Write your first draft in the morning (don’t worry if it’s rough).

  • 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.

  • A fixed mindset believes success is based on natural talent.

  • 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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