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How to Create Unstoppable Momentum

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You cannot catch up to momentum.

  • If you stop or hesitate you have stopped the entire process of moving forward with your project.
  • Instead of hesitating or waiting for approval or affirmation, simply DO.
    • Google it
    • Make a phone call
    • Send the package
    • Write the email


Do something even if you do it wrong…but do it so wrong that it LOOKS right!

  • You can’t move unless you do something.
  • You can’t have a product unless you start hammering away at something.
  • If you are hesitating because you may do it wrong, because you may mess up, you have stopped the process.


Show yourself in reverse the “15-minute actions” that you’ve put into your project.

  • The massive amount of success you see others having is the product of a bunch of little chunks of time.
  • Take writing a book, for example:
    • Words become paragraphs
    • Paragraphs become pages
    • Pages become chapters
    • Chapters become books
  • Master the 15-minute chunks of time.
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  • Terri

    I agree almost whole heartedly. However, what about project planning? Do you consider that part of doing something? I am working on Finding a Job Project and Downscale my home project. Single mother for two amazing children and wow not sure which direction to go so sometimes for me stopping and planning what to do next is part of my need to prioritize what is the next best thing.
    BTW love your book and keep it handy all the time to help through my tough spots. Especially, the handling of rejection in my job search.
    Thank You so very much!

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert

      Terri, absolutely I would say planning is part of doing something! I’m a fanatic about mapping things out from a big picture perspective in just about everything I do. And thanks for the kind words about the book :-)

  • EvaPScott

    I have found the 15-minute segments of time to be true. 15 minutes a day is 7.5 hours a month. That’s almost a full workday of time. 15 minutes isn’t overwhelming as looking at a whole project.

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert

      That’s a great thing to remember, Eva! I’m going to have to write that down.

  • http://deuceology.wordpress.com Larry Carter

    Nice. That is how I have decided I have to write my book.

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert

      Awesome, Larry. What’s it about?

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000004397582 Dell Anne Hines Afzal

    For you, my little brother, my new book is titled TREASURES in the ATTIC: GIFTS of DEVOTION and is almost ready for the first editing. The first book is doing well on Amazon but this one YOU are in and I’ll finally get to show the world where YOU come from as well as all of us! Chapters have come together well and I really enjoyed your presentation just now. It made me feel you were right here in the room with me. I miss you and the Goose! Your inspiration and excitement is CATCHING!!!

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert

      Awesome, Dell!!

  • Teri Capshaw

    I love this! As a mom with two little ones I literally make it though my days 15 minutes at a time. I even use a timer. But I’ve just realized this strategy can be used for my blog as well. I’ll bet I could write something–anything–in just 15 minutes a day to gain momentum.

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert

      That’s great, Teri! I have a timer I break out every once in awhile as well :-)

  • http://www.donaldmcallister.com/ Don McAllister

    Great stuff, as always Robert!

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert

      Thanks, Don!

  • http://www.facebook.com/McNairWilson C. McNair Wilson

    I’ve written five books (two more in the works.) Everyone was written one word at a time. Sometimes five minutes of writing, other times up to eight hours of almost none stop scribbling. But every time I write is valuable time. Momentum is always, only NOW. Grad it.

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert

      Now THAT’S a lot of 15-minute chunks! That’s awesome!

  • John Thomas

    Robert, you rock! I’m loving being on your email list and getting your posts. :-)

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert

      Thanks, John! Glad you’re enjoying being on the list. Keep an eye out…we’ve got some cool stuff planned for the coming months :-)

  • http://www.deeperChristian.com/ NRJohnson

    Robert, I LOVE these video blogs. Your words are always refreshing but your enthusiasm watching you is always a delight! This video both encouraged and convicted me as I scanned back over the last 48 hours and how many 15 minute segments I missed an opportunity to move things forward. Can’t wait to see what happens in the next 48 hours!! Appreciate all you do!

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert

      Thank-YOU for watching and sharing your thoughts! There are more video posts to come :-)

  • Gene Brett

    Timely advise. I’m in more than one project and having trouble keeping the momentum…well, going…this blog sure helps. Thanks RD.

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert

      Keep the plates spinning, Gene! They won’t slow down, but you’ll get better at keeping them up.

  • http://www.tammyhelfrich.com/ Tammy Helfrich

    Such a great reminder to start small, where we are. I’m in the middle of that now as I try to determine a business idea. I’m meeting with other entrepreneurs, and practicing similar ideas through a volunteer role at my church. Small does not equal insignificant when we are creating momentum!

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert

      Tammy, I love that you’re out there DOING something in order to find the ideas. Keep it up! They will come :-)

  • George K.

    Little chunks of time! Haha, one of the best 2:34 of world inspirational multimedia. Keep it up Mr. D!

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert

      Thanks, George!

  • Dan Miller

    One of the foundational quotations that has inspired me over the years is “Indecision is the greatest thief of opportunity.” And I continually error on the side of doing something – even if it’s wrong. Love the process. Thanks for the reminder that it’s more than just okay – it really is the best way to accomplish something.

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert

      I will be writing that one down, Dan :-) Thank-YOU for reading! Always love hearing your insight.

  • http://twitter.com/jwidmer Joel Widmer

    Love the concept of “little chunks” for creating my action items for the day. By making each item just small enough that there won’t be resistance starting it, you can keep momentum up consistently!

  • http://www.livelaughserve.com/ Michael Hawkins

    Busted. Convicted. Whatever you want to call it. You got me.

    I need to stop thinking and planning and considering and wondering and waiting and analyzing and … doing nothing.

    I’m 75% of the way through 20,000 Days and Counting. Loving it.

    Now, it’s time to start LIVING it.

    I thank GOD for connecting us. I thank YOU for all you do.

    Now, if you’ll excuse me, I gotta get busy and get some stuff done. : – )

  • http://www.emilycapito.com/ Emily Capito

    It is completely about the “next right thing”, as Michael Hyatt termed in Platform. So difficult for us entrepreneurs and big goal types to focus on and master baby steps, but the 15 minute chunks get you going. Often the next right thing is just a phone call, that then spurs you on to make 3 more.

  • http://larryhehn.com Larry Hehn

    So true, Robert. It’s like the old joke – how do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time! Thank you for prodding me on to the next bite!

  • http://www.facebook.com/fitangel Chantal Dalabona

    You are a very dynamic speaker The Robert D!! Thanks for sharing. Thoroughly enjoyed :)

  • http://www.facebook.com/prestige.ocala Chris Spears At Prestige

    ….. This past basketball season, I overheard a coach say, “focus on being successful the next 6 seconds”, because he knows the game occurs in short 6-8 second bursts. This coach was breaking down winning in a basketball game into short 6 second bursts. “Master The 15 Minutes” …… Nicely Done Robert!

    • http://therobertd.com/ Robert D. Smith

      Loooooove it, Chris! It’s ALL about the little “bursts,” as you put it. Most people would say our lives occur in 24 hour bursts, just like most would say a basketball game occurs in 40-minute bursts. The reality is that those bursts are MUCH smaller than most realize. 6-8 seconds. 15 minutes. Great comparison. Thank-YOU for sharing!