The Motivation Myth: How High Achievers Really Set Themselves Up to Win

Why setting flashy goals won’t get you there but mastering the small wins will

Jeff Haden

2018

7 Key Insights

About This Book

Imagine turning every day into a series of small victories so powerful that they fuel your drive more strongly than any pep talk or motivational speech. You’ll shatter the belief that you must wait for inspiration. Instead, you’ll tap into a proven process that turns modest efforts into unstoppable momentum. Through real-world techniques—from breaking tasks into razor-sharp routines to harnessing the 1 percent advantage—you’ll enjoy daily wins, crush your doubts, and build iron-clad confidence. Get ready to rewrite what you thought was possible and experience genuine, sustainable success.

About the Author

Jeff Haden is a ghostwriter, speaker, and Inc. contributor whose work attracts over a million readers a month. He’s helped executives and celebrities share their stories, and has coached thousands through his columns and talks. A relentless experimenter, Jeff has tested every technique you’ll read about—and then some—pushing his own limits so he can show you precisely how to do it too.

Biggest Takeaway

• Transform procrastination into relentless forward motion by mastering why motivation follows action, not precedes it. • Stay inspired with a self-reinforcing cycle of small, measurable wins that boost confidence and build lasting habits. • Make smarter choices with a proven “work your number” method that helps you predict and accelerate success in any goal. • Achieve more by doing less—streamline decisions, cut clutter, and focus on high-impact routines that free up time and energy for what truly matters.

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