Why I Love the 100 Day Challenge
"On a scale of 1 to 10, I evaluate this 100 Day Challenge as an 11"
Here is one of my favorites and it comes from Ron Ferrill of Simpsonville, South Carolina.
“Holy Cow!
One of my goals is to prepare, condition, commit and finish the 2010 National Marathon to Defeat Breast Cancer. This past Saturday, the first Saturday of the 100 Day Challenge, I committed to run in the Susan G. Komen 5K to defeat breast cancer in Greenville, SC.
Got up early, focused on that commitment (in honor of my wife, who is a 7 year survivor), got there early, and was incredibly moved by the event prior to the race.
The Race: I was serious, but in a joyful way. I kept within myself, and trotted along, not trying to beat anyone else, or prove anything other than a good training run – doing my best that day.
I stayed around for the awards ceremony, being supportive and congratulatory to teams and individuals.
When they got to the 60-64 Male age group, they started with 3rd – not me, 2nd – not me, and I figured these guys were probably pretty fast, then 1st place – Ron Ferrill …. Surprised, happy, and thankful.
Doing something for good has special rewards.
By the way, I’m 64 a prostate cancer survivor myself, and this was the 1st 1st place in a running race I’ve EVER had.
Think there’s something in all this?! No doubt – Thanks Gary for whatever “mojo” you injected. I absolutely love the 100 Day Challenge.”
Here’s another one from Richard Banta of Denver Colorado who really got off to a fast start.
“Gary, my primary 100 day goal was to advance to a certain level in a new network marketing company. I achieved the goal in 20 days using the quantum leap approach that you have taught us. As a result, I have reset my goal to advance 2 more levels. On a scale of 1 to 10, I evaluate this 100 Day Challenge as an 11.”
I’m very proud of this special program and I’d love to hear from you about your experience and why you would recommend others to participate.
Everything Counts!
Gary
67 Responses to “Why I Love the 100 Day Challenge”
Dr. med. Robert M. Santry December 23rd, 2009 at 5:10 am
I gladly add my congratulatory and laudatory note with the international community involved in the 100 Day Challenge. Results unfold by the day much like unpacking an Advent calendar one day at a time before Christmas.
My partner and I will travel to Maui in January to find a home, to establish our business, and to survey the island. We will meet with a contact made possible by our coach.
The 100 Day Challenge is magna cum laude and worth its weight in gold. The daily lesson inspires a modification of the existing belief system, the production of a new hologram, and the initation of a specific action. The action (result) is measurable and tracked by the 7 day AAR. May I add and underscore the lovely people I met on the way and with whom I shared postings.
Currently I raise money to purchase professional coaching with Coach Blair. I am ready for the next step. I urgently desire to launch my business on Maui and start a new chapter of life with my partner-in-love-and-business.
Aloha,
Dr. Robert M. Santry
Pfungstadt, Germany
Marcelo Macedo (Brazil) December 23rd, 2009 at 6:51 am
Dear Gary
My sales last month was 100% more than my best month in this year, I owe that to your wonderful teachings in the 100 Day Challenge.
Another target was to get involved with my church and be a pastor there… I had a serious conversation with my pastor and I’m in charge of the young group… Last service a lady accepted Jesus as her savior and another girl was baptized with Holy spirit. Imagine this in a small church, it was wonderful.
It’s a great program!
Marcelo Macedo, Brazil
Barbara Raue December 23rd, 2009 at 7:16 am
I have been taking courses over the past two years and had created a mission statement for myself. I was introduced to the 100 Day Challenge and it intrigued me, but of course I wasn’t sure whether to join or not. The price was affordable and I decided to join.
My goals were not the huge goals that some people have set, but they were my goals. My first goal was to finish a draft of “Coins of Gold”, a book about my Mother and the times she lived in – the draft has been finished, I am working on choosing the pictures to include in the book, then I will approach publishers to get it on the market.
My second goal was to lose 10.6 pounds and I have .8 pounds to go. My next three goals were to finish scrapbook projects that I had started, on our East Coast Trip in June 2009, my 2008 Memoirs, and figure skating scrapbooks. All of these goals were finished early.
I did not then sit back on my laurels and coast along. I started reading books on how to write and get a book published, and then I started writing every day for a minimum of 15 minutes twice a day. (I am now into my ninth week of this habit.) Before long a fiction novel began to take shape and I have about one third of it written.
I have assignments outstanding on one of my courses that I am working at completing; and notes on two other courses that I have been making to help me live them each day. I have done some work on a watercolour painting I started but never finished. Lots of little tie-up projects, not big money makers, but things I enjoy.
The other major project that finally came to fruition was to have my job as Ambulance Staff Scheduler upgraded for a salary raise – a year-long process that was finally completed – required signatures of my two bosses and was held up by them for over a year after my submission of a detailed document to them.
I learned in the process what changes should be made another time. I also pursued getting reimbursement for some courses I purchased which had really helped me in my job as well as personally; another project that was held up for months, but which I now know better ways to do it the next time.
What does all this have to do with the 100 Day Challenge?
The 100 Day Challenge was a daily motivation to keep on track, set your sites on your goals and pursue them and don’t take any excuses, always do your best. Although I did not comment on a daily basis on the forum, many of the posts were really helpful and occasionally I did present my comments.
Barbara Raue, Ontario Canada
Chasen Chess December 23rd, 2009 at 8:22 am
When the student is ready…the teacher will appear.
Gary, thanks for your inspiring words and visuals over the last 92 days. Even thought I am normally a highly motivated individual, your insights have taken me to a HIGHER level in my business and personal situation. I have started a new company that is expanding much more rapidly than I ever expected. We’ll be in profits in the first month!
I have a passion for my business and life that has been missing. To create something that saves people money and takes them to experiences and memories that will last a lifetime makes my heart sing.
In an economic climate where businesses are closing up their doors daily, I feel blessed. Thanks for your wise insights. They made a difference on a daily basis.
Chasen Chess – Boulder, Co
YesIWantAVacation@gmail.com
Jeff Kiefer December 23rd, 2009 at 1:45 pm
Dear Gary and “the 100 Day Challenge Team”,
Thanks a million for the program! The timing of your program was perfect considering I started my own business this past February.
The Goal Pal and After Action Review were fresh ways for me to renew my goal setting and tracking. My old ways of doing this were getting stale and your new energy breathed new life into my goal setting and tracking.
I met several goals that I considered stretch goals and one in particular was a goal I had been saying I’d do “one of these days”. It’s done now and in the history books now and is a life long change that will be an outlet for my creativity for years to come.
In addition I’d also thank you for the daily messages. These short daily reminders on essential principles of success were like a slow drip of sustained coaching I could rely on every day. I look forward to the end of the 100 day challenge only because I have already set my goals for the next 100 days and know they too will be achieved.
Thanks and all my best wishes this holiday season to you and your team!
Jeff Kiefer
http://www.kiefcoproducts.com
Ivan Basson South Africa December 23rd, 2009 at 2:39 pm
Dear Gary,
I am one of those people who have really had a rough time of late. This is an accumulative mess that has been adding up for years. I have been in business for myself since 1988 and have had a very “roller coaster ride” during this time.
Good times and bad. South Africa going through its Democratic changes in 1994. With all its challenges especially if you happen to be white – like myself- its Apartheid in reverse.
As I am a born and bread and very proud citizen, I decided that despite these changes, I will stay and help rebuild this beautiful country of our. So, despite these challenges , I keep going on regardless.
One disappointment after the other, adds up to the point where we are at present. In Financial marshland and my marriage of 26 years at breaking point…
You get to a point where you feel like you are at the end…the world is squashing you to death….But as they say. “when you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on!!”
There is a very true statement that says:”You keep doing the same thing, expecting different results.
I was cemented in my bad habits, and not realizing my errors.
My family means the world to me and I will do anything to keep it from being destroyed.
I don’t know where it will end, BUT, this is not the end of the story, merely the end of nightmare chapters, and the beginning of a whole new life for me and my family.
I had been blessed by a friend who is sponsoring me to see a business coach at his expense,(my first session was 11 september 2009) when I received your mail regarding the 100 day challenge. there was just one problem, I was out of cash and added to that your course has to be paid in US Dollars. With the conversion, it multiplies the amount by 7.
As I was at the lowest point in my life, I knew if I could get to do your 100 day challenge, it would be life changing and help with my turn around….I needed any and all the help I could get.
Each one has a certain amount of pride and I was reluctant to ask for further help…
As the days for registering was closing in fast, and receiving reminders that the end for registration was at hand- I decided to put my pride in my pocket and made contact with this Gary Ryan Blair and made my case -even if I could get a lower price or arrange to somehow pay for it, not knowing where the money would come from. But as Gary was so sure that the 100 day challenge would cause a turn around for those who follow it, I knew I would be able to get the money somewhere.
I wrote a letter and asked Gary if there was any way he could help and I got a beautiful reply the following day.
As Gary understood where I was at, he would let me have the entire course FOR FREE!
Yes, thats right, FOR FREE!.
I am living proof that by following the content in the 100 Day challenge, My life has been dramatically changed.
You might say, what about the business coach anyway?
Yes, it is true BUT the lessons in the 100 day challenge is confirmation of whatever I dealt with the coach and more!
I see my coach every 2 weeks for an hour, But I meet with Gary every morning!! Gold nuggets every day…
Please understand The person has the title of Sport Psychologist/ Executive Business Coach.
So, it confirms the content of the 100 day challenge is of the highest quality!
I have truly been blessed with the generosity of Gary Ryan Blair and as I promised I will Pay It Forward someday.
I add not just to someone in the future, but anyone I can help in the future!!
I am so impressed with the change in my life- I am seriously considering becoming a life coach myself.
My way of doing business and my approach to it is like night – to – day. My children are so proud of the changes in my life, it inspires them.
I see my clients as a professional now, not just as a visitor, but someone who adds value to them!
I have been building up a momentum with the 100 day challenge, which is going to catapault me into 2010 with impact, and great benefits!
Unfortunately, I can’t tell you my darling wife is back- she recons the damage has been done…
One thing I know- my life will never be the same again!
So whether Its my present wife(which I pray it is) or someone else that shares my life in the future…whoever it is – will have and live a fulfilling life with me and my children.
So, THANK YOU GARY AND ALL OF THE 100 DAY CHALLENGE TEAM- YOU HELPED TURN MY LIFE AROUND!….
WATCH THIS SPACE AND REMEMBER MY NAME.
IVAN BASSON
South Africa
Dick Venne December 23rd, 2009 at 5:06 pm
Dear Gary,
What an interesting and amazing 100 days!
I set 5 Business and 5 Personal Goals for the challenge 9.23.09 through 12.31.09
Business:
1.) CARF accreditation November DONE!
2.) Building the new Finance Committee DONE!
3.) Raising the Bar for Services UNDERWAY
4.) ACAP program and Building Purchase DONE!
5.) Develop Community Staffing UNDERWAY
Personal:
1.) Lose 30lbs 4LBS OFF, WEAK
2.) Lower Golf handicap from 12 to 10 (LAST 4 ROUNDS 80,78,82,79)
3.) Finish STAR Property Management Program UNDERWAY
4.) Increase income/reduce expenses by $1,500/month DONE!
5.) Learn how to invest in stocks UNDERWAY
I found clarity throughout the challenge and I was able to complete most of my goals. Having identified 5 business and 5 personal goals to address during the challenge really was inspirational.
I run a non-profit organization that helps individuals with disabilities, work and live in the community. My two greatest accomplishments on the business side were leading the organization through a major accreditation and buying and renovating a four family house which will provide community living for 6 of our disabled consumers.
Personally I am well underway or done in reaching goals I set with one exception losing 30lbs, it looks like that will only be 8 to 10 at the end of the challenge. However there is the next 100 days
.
I have incorporated the program into my life and established a “Raise the Bar” program at work where each of our 18 business locations is identifying ways to improve our business in six different areas.
1.) Service Improvement
2.) Talent Management and staff development
3.) Fund Raising & Development
4.) Operating Systems
5.) Utilizing Technology
6.) Budgeting and Finances
Thanks for your leadership and support in helping all of us set and achieve goals. All the best for a great 2010.
Dick Venne
Dominic Siano December 23rd, 2009 at 5:35 pm
The 100 Day Challenge is BY FAR the best product of it’s kind on the market… hands down!
The reality is that we are all human and consistency and reinforcement is a prerequisite for success, and Gary delivers just that every day during the 100 Day Challenge!
Thank you very much for being such a great mentor.
Dominic Siano
Brian McCarthy December 23rd, 2009 at 6:27 pm
WOW!! My immediate thought right now is how fast 100 days actually goes by in your lifetime.
The video clip in the 100 days “Do it Right the 1st Time” and every daily message was like an “ah-ha” moment.
Some lessons were simplistic yet grounding. I have a remaining 8 days and will likely not complete two of my major goals but the progress made and lessons learned in the previous 92 were unbelievable as well as invaluable.
The best bang for my buck in 2009 for sure. Looking forward to “what’s next” with Gary and/or maybe even repeating the 100 again! Thanks for everything.
June McCarthy December 23rd, 2009 at 8:41 pm
Hi Gary,
The 100 Day Challenge for me was a wonderful experience and I have learned that I am still a work in progress!
This year I believe will be our breakthrough as we have set our MLM goals, have planned, planned and planned and will be taking positive action each and every day.
Thank you for the ongoing videos, and daily tips they are fantastic….will keep you posted as we achieve our 3 month and 6 month goals.
Cheers,
June McCarthy
New Zealand
Catherine Ross December 23rd, 2009 at 11:26 pm
Dear Gary Ryan, your slogan for your 100 Day Challenge-Start Fast Finish Strong course, could be “Everyone deserves to be at least a little more successful.”
The 100 Day Challenge was like nothing that I have ever experienced or taken in the field of Goal-Setting or Personal Development. This program stands alone in a ‘Category of One.’
The whole course is done so well-it is UNPRECEDENTED. So if I could choose just one word to describe his 100 Day Process- I would choose the word, WORLD-CLASS.
Gary Ryan Blair provided us with Powerful, remarkable and inspiring lessons each and everyday ( via World-Class audio and video formats) to help us get our mojo working and man did it work for me!
Other than working one on one with a Live Coach, then this is the next best thing!
Besides having inspiring lessons each and everyday, we belonged to a ‘Circle of Excellence’ which was in this case, some 26,000 thousand people who joined in internationally on a forum to share what was or what was not working!
So I really enjoyed posting comments on the ‘Circle of Excellence’ blog post, but more importantly enjoyed reading and learning from others on his 100 Day Challenge!
And Gary Ryan did NOT just leave us to flounder on our own with our goals. Instead, he offered an unprecedented process called an AAR, which was a review-a ‘checks and balances’ system that allowed us after every 7 days to see where we were or in some cases with students like me to see where we were NOT and just where we needed to be!
In this way, we could do something about the direction or the tactics, resources, etc. to improve our situation.
So when I think of Gary Ryan Blair’s 100 Day Challenge, I think of a ‘BRAND’ which challenges us to change the way we think, the way we operate, the way we feel and the way we live. This World-Class 100 Day Challenge reminded me of my former Dale Carnegie training, the classic book,”Think and Grow” with a little of Deepak Chopra thrown in and this is one of the highest compliments that I can pay Gary Ryan Blair. So Congrats!
Gary Ryan Blair, better known as that ‘Goals Guy’ of his 100 Day Challange-knows what he is talking about and simply exemplifies Excellence. So I want to express Gratitude for helping me get my Mojo working each and everyday even when I wasn’t necessarily ready!
Completing four out of five goals (a couple-huge and very personal for me) was a much needed gift and hopefully I will do better the next time around!
I Challenge All of You to Sign-Up and Win Big
With Admiration, Gratitude and Joy, Catherine Ross Blair
Katy Mc Dowell December 23rd, 2009 at 11:49 pm
I love your program.
Sue Ellen Eggett December 24th, 2009 at 12:03 am
I’ve used so many of your challenges to write my mission statement loaded with affirmations for values and beliefs.
I highly recommend that anyone considering the 100 Day Challenge sign up right away!
Sue Ellen Eggett
Elk Ridge, Utah
Susanna Beltrandi December 24th, 2009 at 2:06 am
Dear Gary
Where can I even begin to thank you for all those great videos ?
I have taken a lot of notes along the way and I will most definitely use the method of the 100 day challenge again in the future.
Getting easily overwhelmed, the “Divide and Conquer” lesson will help me reach a certain goal quicker. I could set myself a 50-day challenge for example; or 7 days; etc. I’m completing 3 of 5 paintings. That may not sound like much; however, it took a great effort to getting my MOJO back.
Thanks to Gary I’m back in the saddle again.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!
Susanna Beltrandi
New York, NY
Sheri Fermanich December 24th, 2009 at 8:17 am
As a masters level educator, professional coach and trainer I am extremely impressed with the quality of Gary Ryan Blair’s 100 Day Challenge. From an adult learning stand point he has created a very effective program from; fast moving content rich daily video lessons, audio lessons, goal worksheets and the priceless forum community.
Anyone could use the 100 Day Challenge as an individual or as a company to create a success habit daily of focusing on your goals and connecting with an international support community within the forum section of the 100 Day Challenge.
There is so much content here it’s amazing. However, it is delivered in high energy daily doses that make it enjoyable and easy to take in.
I recommend Gary Ryan Blair’s 100 Day Challenge 100%. It has helped me gain perspective and achieve goals I could not have done in any other way.
Sheri Fermanich
Speaker, Author, Real Estate Broker
Middleton, WI, USA
http://www.StreetSmartPublishing.com
http://www.SellBuildBuy.com
Jason Scott December 24th, 2009 at 11:13 am
Gary,
I too want to thank you for your coaching. This is not my first time having the opportunity to have an extraordinary coach. I’ve had a business coach and various mentors for over 12 years. I have developed a goals program for over 12 years with results that are nothing beyond miracles, but I stepped forward to receive them. I’ve also read over 2000 books in the area of performance improvement over the last 12 years.
Some might say, Jason you are a pro why would you join a 100 program?
For me success is a never ending quest to be your best and you should never underestimate the smallest improvement in every area of life. I call this the Better-than-Great attitude.
In reality, you can never be better than great, but it is worth moving in that direction.
I set some lofty goals for the previous 100 days and beyond and I knew that you would give me a fresh perspective on some old ideas. Sometimes the student just has to be ready and I was ready for many of the ideas you shared.
Rick Birch December 24th, 2009 at 11:17 am
Good Day Gary!
I am sending this email to let you know, the 100 Day Challenge has been outstanding for me, both personally and also my new operating philosophy for the personnel who participate in advancing my business, to be truly successful.
I have personally purchased 6 of your books so far and more in the future to distribute to new personnel who join my company.
Your way of driving this information home to knuckleheads like myself, has made me embrace this information TOTALLY!
EVERYTHING COUNTS!
Rick Birch
http://www.APMinSERVICE.com
Todd Omohundro December 26th, 2009 at 11:57 am
Hi Gary,
I started the 100 day challenge for the first time this fall and I absolutely loved it. To me it’s a powerful way to start my day and to take notes. I am a musician who also owns 3 rental properties and I had all of my tenants leave at thte same time this fall.
Add to that a scheduled heating/cooling system overhaul with other major expenses and I was out 40,000 PLUS no rental income. I ended up doing most of the work myself which was a behemoth effort this fall. I figure I saved myself at least 10,000 doing much of the work myself.
All of this to say that when I started the 100 day challenge my two life goals were to start a new drum lesson web site and learn about trading in the stock market – NOT to become a full time rental property contractor.
I am very proud to say that as of this testimonial email on Dec. 26 the property repairs are done and all apartments are rented back out excpet one.
By february of 2010 my cash flow will be getting back in the right direction and I will be able to focus my energies on my drum lesson web site launch and learning more about trading.
This 100 day program taught me many things I did not know and gave me inspiration to to keep working hard through one of the most challenging falls of my life. I would love to start this all over again when I get done – maybe even two or three times more. The repetition would be great for ingraining these lessons.
A GIANT heartfelt thanks to you Gary for putting this together. It must have been a tremendous amount of work creating all of these 100 videos and getting this all together.
Jeramy Freeman December 26th, 2009 at 8:48 pm
Gary,
I want to express my gratitude for your incredible program that exudes excellence. I was involved in the 100 day challenge in the beginning of last year and was truly inspired. I have also been fortunate to have worked with you as a business coach in this past year (I would recommend this to anyone who wants almost instant growth in their Business or Life). You are full of insight and have a way of always looking at things and seeing how they can improve and become excellent.
This is very clear even in your own life after seeing the incredible changes that were made from the first 100 day challenge I did that started on groundhogs day to this one that started in September. Wow it is hard to imagine the amount of time and effort involved in your pursuit of Excellence. Your book “Everything Counts!” is a masterpiece and carries on your constant and unwavering message. You are a true inspiration! Thank you. Jeramy
Anne Astorino December 27th, 2009 at 5:17 pm
I want to thank Gary Ryan Blair for a number of things –
1. For making the price of this wonderful course manageable for those most in need of it.
2. For the depth and breadth of the lessons. Every aspect of our lives has benefited.
3. For the inspiration to get our collective butts into action!
4. To look forward to the next goal – what a life to behold!
5. Most importantly – to give control back to each and every one of us. No longer are we being tossed around like rudderless boats!
I personally, have lost my procrastinating. My new business is looking healthy – with my first employee beginning in February.
I express my gratitude outwardly now, instead of just thinking it.
I focus more on my family and the fun we have together on weekends. I am much happier in myself.
Thank you so much Gary for being there when I needed you.
Anne Astorino, Melbourne, Australia.
http://www.letobamboo.com
Dave Humes December 27th, 2009 at 6:16 pm
Gary,
The 100 hundred day challenge has been excellent and much more then I thought it could be.. It has turned my internal “pilot light” into a jet engine. I have always pushed myself and have been setting goals for years in sports and in business.
Your program and lessons have helped me get organized and have given me the tools to better execute and to refuse to accept excuses used in the past.
I have broken my best road cycling times to included braking a record in a race close to my home by over 10 minutes. This time is better then what I did 8 years earlier. It’s a mountain top finish which is beyond hard for anyone.
I also hit and exceeded 3 other goals set in the challenge and I’m finishing strong in my business development goals. I will finish this year with the best Q4 of my life exceeding my income goal. This isn’t a program it’s a road map to change your life. The best part is it changed the way I will approach things forever.
I’m sharing what I have learned with my kids as much as they will listen trying not to lecture….best part is I just finished listening to “show me don’t tell me.”
I know they see the change in my working out and starting fast and finishing strong everyday….It’s rubbing off as my high school son who plays football just started running more and asked me to work out with him…He can’t stand that I’m out working out and he is on the computer…setting an example is truly everything for kids his age.
Thanks Gary I’m very appreciative for this experience!
Best Regards,
Dave Humes
MaryJo Oppegaard December 27th, 2009 at 9:31 pm
Bless you Gary Ryan Blair …. this has been an amazing program. Everything you have taught has been one valuable lesson after another. I have volumes of notes, and I can’t say where I enjoyed it the most, but I can tell you that I enjoyed the process you took us through.
Yusuf December 30th, 2009 at 4:29 am
Hi Gary,
This has been one of the greatest experiences in my life. The greatest ‘take away’ issue for me is the fact that if one wants to achieve anything they set for themselves, the critical factor is is execution. It is execution in the most consistent, super-performing and excellent manner that takes you to your ultimate destiny and greatness which you set yourself.
Through the 100 day challenge, I have set myself really lofty goals. I have achieved some of them and have achieved parts of others. Most importantly though is that I am focused on results, since RESULTS ARE EVERYTHING I have learned from Gary.
Now toward a even more powerful 2010 of super execution and successful results being achieved.
Kind regards,
Yusuf
Mike Buck December 31st, 2009 at 12:07 pm
Hi Gary,
The 100-Day challenge has been instrumental for me. Not only over the course of the past 100 days… so many of the lessons have now become a part of who I am. And paraphrasing the words of Jim Rohn, success is not to be sought directly… success is to be attracted by the person you become.
Although I did not reach every goal I set out to achieve, I’ve attracted and locked in additional opportunities I never imagined would occur. Such is the adventure of life.
I have a newly strengthened discipline for goal setting and numerous tools that will serve me well for years to come. The value I’ve received has far exceeded the cost.
Thank you, Gary!
Sincerely,
Mike Buck
Ace Copywriter
http://www.MikeBuck.com
Bernard Borenstein January 3rd, 2010 at 3:06 pm
Hi Gary
I have to express how this program has been the best I have ever worked with.
All the information is so thorough and vibrant it has motivated me daily in the past 100 Day challenge.
One of my goals was to save 20% of my income and pay down my mortgage by 20% and I did so last week which was due to the goal I had set at the on set of the program.
I will be doing it again in the next 90 day and payoff my mortgage this year .
Thanks for the inspiration I am now looking forward to the alumni program and joining the COE and hopefully meeting and helping others achieve there dreams and goals!
Bernard Borenstein
Canada
Damon Braden January 4th, 2010 at 9:02 pm
Gary,
Thank you, thank you, thank you.
I was hesitant at first to join the 100 day challenge. I knew I needed some help in redirecting my business and life but did not know, of all the coaching options out there, what would be best for me. I am glad that providence led me to choose the path of the 100-day Challenge.
Each segment has at least one important or inspiring lesson. The program makes one think. More importantly, is the emphasis on action
When I finished the 75th day I realized two things. First I recognized how far off track I had been. Secondly, I realized how far I had come in the 75 days toward getting back on track. I really appreciate the holistic idea behind the Everything Counts idea.
I am writing to express my appreciation and to express my concurrence with the importance of humor in helping us keep our perspective and enjoy the journey no matter where it takes us. A few years ago I volunteered to help on a men’s retreat. The theme of the weekend, “Love and Laugh”. That weekend was a turning point for me. This 100-day Challenge is another very positive large step in the right direction.
I am going to continue taking advantage of the wealth of information that you have collected and present so well. I am also going to incorporate your programs into my business and share the information in my circle of influence. The more individuals that get on the path toward excellence the better off in every way we will all be.
I look forward to working with you and your organization. More importantly, I look forward to helping others get on a track of improving their lives.
Gabrielle January 5th, 2010 at 5:50 pm
The 100 day challenge to me was more about becoming than achieving goals…..What was I becoming in the process….the relationships which transpired and the opportunities which availed themselves.
If one desires change then the l00 days is a wonderful place to start…….I highly recommend it!
Margie Aliprandi January 5th, 2010 at 11:40 pm
I, my daughter, several of my friends, and a number of my team members participated in the 100 day challenge. In every case, people have reported unbelievable results.
My daughter wrote 10 loft goals, posted them on her door, and achieved every one of them.
I set several business, personal, and even body goals. I am so thrilled with the results.
Thanks, Gary, for the powerful messages. The 100 day challenge is truly life changing.
Margie Aliprandi
http://margiealiprandi.com
http://crowndiamond.net
Jana Wilcox January 5th, 2010 at 11:48 pm
Hi Gary – I loved this 100 Day Challenge and am looking forward to the coming year with you by my side. I think what these first 100 days did for me is bring about an awareness in my life that I am the creator here and through all the challenge helped me to take responsibility for my life and take POSITIVE action in my life instead of just reacting to it and being a victim.
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for being there for me and for your generosity and support when I needed it the most!
I am grateful and am looking forward to this year with everyone in 2010…
Always, Jana
Beth Allen January 7th, 2010 at 11:35 pm
Hi Gary~
I was absolutely blown away by this 100 Day Challenge, and cannot thank you enough! I have had the privilege of working with many phenomenal coaches and in various courses, and can honestly say this was the best combination of mindset and action that I have ever experienced!
To have a (give or take) 5 minute dynamic, inspiring, kick-in-the-pants, value-packed video to watch every single day is a real treat! This, along with your brilliant system for setting, achieving and reviewing goals really took my life to the next level. I felt myself engaged in more focused and laser-like actions, with more energy and greater clarity ~ and taking on my most challenging tasks in the beginning of the day allowed the rest of my day to flow with efficiency, ease and power!
I have to say, my mantra quickly became “To Inspire, Promote & Celebrate Excellence” ~ and I am more passionate about recommending this program than any other I’ve taken.
Thanks again, Gary! I am so grateful to have learned about this course and to have taken the actions I did to participate at 110%!
In Health & Prosperity,
Beth Allen
http://meetbethallen.com
DEODETE PACKER VIEIRA January 8th, 2010 at 6:35 am
Hi Gary and friends from 100DAY CHALLENGE group:
I started the 100 Day Challenge focus in reorganize my life and start a new phase after several big changes and challenges I had to face.
I’m back. I got myself back. I’m confident and acting as I usually do.
I’m proud of myself : the awareness that I had to find and work on the 100 Day Challenge.
I did also SENSEI program, which I highly recommend.
I want to express my gratitude to all of you, especially to Gary.
It is time to celebrate!
I’m in the Alumni with you folks.
See you soon!
Deodete
Davin Ogden January 8th, 2010 at 9:07 am
A HUGE thank you to Gary and the 100 Day Challenge!
I’ve tried similar types of courses in the past, but, nothing has ever packed as much punch as Gary’s course. So much of what Gary teaches and discusses spoke to me in ways I’d not found before.
With the daily video lessons, exercises and all of the value that’s packed in the investment in yourself is more than worth it.
I now consider Gary as the life coach I’d been looking for, and I’m so happy I’d heard of, and took the challenge for myself!
Chantal January 8th, 2010 at 9:21 am
Hi Gary,
The reason I liked the 100 day challenge is quite simple: inspiring. It made me realize what I was already doing right and where I could improve.
Your challenge has one BIG advantage over many things I have read or heard about self improvement in the past year: you never try to makes us feel guilty which is a great way to motivate us even more to improve.
Wishing you to inspire tons of people for many years!
Chantal
ww.chabos.ca
http://www.presentationsefficaces.blogspot.com
Reese January 8th, 2010 at 9:48 am
The 100 day challenge was a way for me to start my day the right way. So much truth the words, “everything counts.” I became aware of time I am wasting, and trying to fill more of it with meaningful thoughts & actions.
It has helped me increase my focus, and helped me get my mind right each morning before I go to work. I signed up for the Alumni, because I was worried what may happen if I don’t have all this to wake up to.
Thanks,
Reese — Great Falls Montana
Dr. Kluane January 8th, 2010 at 10:10 am
I super enjoy your 100 day program – soooooo well done. I’ve also written a lot of books on success and found your approach veru stirring and effective.
However, I’d like to suggest that you not run it through 7 days a week — and everyday on Christmas holiday & New Years.
Trying to ‘catch up” during overloaded seasonal work demands, holiday company, and preparations was sometimes impossible! Even with setting GOALS & having determination to do it!!!
thanx again
Dr. Kluane (pastor)
Sheri Fermanich January 8th, 2010 at 11:27 am
As a wife, mom, double entrepreneur working alone, I am a powerhouse with the 100 Day Challenge.
I love the excellent daily video lessons, tools to support what I am striving to accomplish, but absolutely the best has been finding a like-minded International group of support in the 100 Day Challenge forum.
For $1.47 a day and a 15-20 min daily commitment to yourself every person in developed countries should be doing this. It’s amazing! There is a recession? I hadn’t noticed. No more excuses!
William Brooks January 8th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
Gary,
I want to thank you for the 100 Day Challenge. I have accomplished more in these 100 days than I ever thought possible. This is on top of the first 100 Day Challenge that I took.
Yes, this program is so great that I had to take it again and will continue taking it as many times as it is available.
I had to reset my goals many times to think bigger each time. Every lesson was a new wake up call. A new insight into what I was doing or the habits I had formed. Each day’s lesson came at me like it was meant just for me, though I know everyone in the challenge heard the message and we were able to share with each other in the forums.
Thanks again Gary and I wish you the very best, as you have helped me to bring out my best.
William
Lori January 8th, 2010 at 3:56 pm
I loved the 100 day challenge and I actually set a goal to be a consultant for a direct selling company. I have achieved that goal and I feel that it was with the 100 day challenge that helped me.
Martha Williams January 8th, 2010 at 7:44 pm
I have recommended the 100 Day Challenge to close to 500 people by email, most of those were already my email and personal contacts. It is an excellent character building program and I am excited to be part of the affiliate program so I can encourage others to get the training I have had in the last 100 days.
First, I can tell I have increased in maturity and gotten very serious about the more important things in my life that I have prayed, tried and not achieved in the past. The challenge put what I already knew in perspective and with God’s guidance I see clearer how to go forward with the success that has escaped me in the past.
I have a website for a mission program I have been working on since 2000, I have been able to thin down some of my possessions (a long way to go), I see how I can learn Spanish now, play a musical instrument, learn birds, plants, stars, etc. Being part of the Affiliate program has brought in some needed finances (I picked this up in the middle of November and already see its potential.) I actually finished the 100 days and I call that a great accomplishment. I also have a place on my website for an Affiliate program, but I am planning to get a separate site for that soon.
Thank you so much, Gary and staff for the hard work you have done for each of us and Thank you also those who were on the forum and the help you gave.
May each one of you find your place and be the best you can be to inspire others with the same goal.
Martha
Ron Ferrill January 9th, 2010 at 3:32 pm
Gary,
You’ve already used my one example from early on.
Now that we’re in the week after the 100 Days, I have reflected and found something new that occurred. I am a different person. There is more confidence that I can achieve anything, know how to do it and need to use that carefully. I’ve also gained an inner peace that I didn’t have before.
What is more important is that the most important people in my life have had more of me and in a positive way. Our family is closer. I am more directly willing to put aside what I like or don’t like and do things for others – to see their joy, or just simple pleasure. I don’t have more time in my life, but the better use, the purposeful direction of what and how I spend my time is definitely putting more life in my time!
Was it the challenge only? No, of course not. The Challenge was the catalyst, the awakening of all the possibilities still in this man.
By the way, I grabbed the 30 day and have been on fire this week.
I was told by one of the engineers at the company in which I am a VP that they (the folks) watch me, and as long as I’m positive and optimistic and smiling they have faith that we have a future. So, your point about being a winner, being a leader carries responsibility far beyond personal achievement rings so true.
Therefore, I’m enrolling in the personal strategic plan – there is so much more to do.
It’s going to be one GREAT 2010!
Your friend,
Ron Ferrill
Cindy Sheppard January 9th, 2010 at 4:48 pm
Hi Gary,
You promised the possibility of a Quantum Leap.
I delivered.
My life has shifted big-time. Thanks forever!
Cin
Jeanne Tavares January 9th, 2010 at 8:26 pm
Hi Gary,
For the first time in six years at my current job, I finished the year at over 100-percent to target (103% to be exact!). I have never reached 100% to target–ever.
I previously struggled year in and year out, feeling inadequate, frustrated, and trying to figure out what it is that I’m doing wrong–and now I’ve learned the power of focus, of writing down goals & pushing myself to achieve them. I’ve learned the power of the wonderful subconscious mind (a/k/a the Reticular Activating System) that the Good Lord has blessed us with, and it is amazing!
Thank you for all that you teach and for being persistent in getting me to join this challenge. I look forward to renewing my subscription.
SONJA January 10th, 2010 at 8:26 am
Dear Gary, Team and co students
First of all Best wishes for this new year
What can I say, I have been totally “wowed” by the program and am ready to start again on Monday
I found it inspiring, motivating, never dull or boring and very well structured. Loved the pictures, the expressions used (I learned quite a few new ones thanks to you). English is not my mother tongue…
The wonderful thing about the challenge is that although I have never spoken to or been in touch with Gary or anyone else, I always had the feeling that you were behind me to encourage me, that you believed or demanded that I could do what I set out to do, which I then started believing myself and the result is that I actually reached the goals I had set.
- One of my goals was to lose 5 kgs (10lbs) I actually lost 10kgs
- I have read the books I had decided to read
- I have started exercising on a regular basis
- I have also started learning a new language
The goal I didn’t reach, was doing the 100 day challenge on a daily basis, because working in the Events & Incentive Travel Business I am away from home often, in planes or trains and always move around with groups (little time left for me) so catching up on the missed lessons is not easy when you miss 10 days in a row, which is why I am starting the challenge again
I am addicted and love the 100 Day Challenge!
Kind regards to all of you all over the world and I wish you a Goal Reaching 2010
Sonja
Virginia Ivanoff January 10th, 2010 at 9:30 pm
Sorry I am late in posting results, but I did very well considering I bit off a lot.
As a result of the 100 Day Challenge, I:
#1 Lost 20 pounds (I dress size)
#2 Paid off 3 of 4 credit cards
#3 Got the promotion I had been going for for the last 3 yrs.
My ministers asked me how I did it and if I knew enough about goal setting to teach a seminar there. I was honored and I am doing it. The basics principles have been around for some time now..but, you can lead a human to enlightenment but you can’t make him think (let alone take action). It is having that every day, everything commitment. I am thrilled that the 100 day challenge has kept me focued and I have signed up for the next round.
for the next 100 days, I will
Lose 20 more pounds
Begin a knee-friendly exercise regimine
Pay off that 4th card
Finished pretty strong, I do say. Happy New Year to all.
Virginia Ivanoff
Elaine January 10th, 2010 at 11:33 pm
Dear Gary,
Thanks very much for your great program. This past was quite challenging for me. It involved loss and constant changes throughout the year. Your program helped me to stay on course with my goals. Your wisdom, inspiring visuals and words helped me to consistently take action. As a result, I’ve achieved some things that I am very happy about.
I love the excitement and positivity of your messages and have looked forward to seeing them each morning. I would highly recommend your 100 Day Challenge program to anyone.
Elaine
Penelope Gardner January 12th, 2010 at 11:41 am
Dear Gary Ryan Blair and 100 Day Challenge team members:
I am a professional coach and get invitations many times a day to participate in what I am sure are very worthwhile and beneficial programs that would offer me some opportunity for growth.
I am grateful that in the case of the 100 Day Challenge, I stepped up to the challenge, made the investment of time and money. The return on the investment is continuing as the impact of your delivery of time-honored principles become ingrained in my way of being.
Like the companionship of our spirit within, I looked forward to seeing an email from Gary Ryan Blair in my inbox every day, and every day feeling inspired and motivated to focus on being the best that I can be for me and for all of the people who depend upon me and simply come in contact with me.
To others, I say invest the money, invest the time. And, practice living for 100 Days like Everything Counts because it does and with continued practice what you’ve learned will become habit. And, you will be rewarded in the purest form there is…the reward of setting a goal and achieving it…creating a plan for your life and work and executing it.
I’m celebrating, and beginning the journey again.
Thank you for being a role model Gary Ryan Blair.
Warm regards,
Penelope
Rick @ First Spouse Gold Coins January 12th, 2010 at 8:20 pm
I’ve been visiting your blog for a little while now and wanted to comment on how much I enjoy your work.
I hope you keep posting on this subject.
Sue King January 14th, 2010 at 11:14 am
Hi Gary.
Thanks for the continuing emails and for allowing me to participate in the last 100 Day Challenge.
Just so you know how much it has changed my life, here are some things it has done for me:
I have managed to lose 12kg (27 pounds) and am now at my ideal weight of 50kg (around 112 pounds)
I have just started my own proofreading and editing business
I have completed my studies and looking at other training
I have been riding horses again – my own two plus one other
I am more assertive and focussed
I have helped my husband make some very difficult decisions about another business we own
I have joined a business mentoring and coaching programme
I have stepped way outside my comfort zone and joined Toastmasters
I have chosen to be an active participant in the game of life and although there is still room for improvement, it’s all good and do-able.
So again a HUGE thank you for the opportunity. And may the participation in your 100 Day Challenges continue to grow.
Best regards
Sue King
Amberely, New Zealand
Cindy Candela-Ryan January 14th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
Gary, thank you for the last 100 day challenge. I will tell you honestly that I very actively participated in the first 52 days and achieved my most important goal at the time: to find work that I was passionate about as well as provide a specific income.
On day 53 a family situation needed my full attention and I intentionally redirected my focus to that, with intermittent visits to the forum and your daily messages.
Day 9 was a HUGE turning point and ultimately the key to achieving my goal: boldly and confidently asking for what I wanted. Each morning your message felt like it was designed specifically for what I needed as the next step in my journey.
I can’t thank you enough for your guidance and wisdom. I am very blessed to have achieved my big goal while also stepping away to be present for my family when they needed me.
DUKE RICHARD January 14th, 2010 at 2:29 pm
Hi Gary:
Just wanted you to know that as a recent finisher of the 100-Day Challenge and now an Alumni Member, I recommended the challenge to 50 insurance agents at a branch meeting in Deerfield Beach, FL, Friday.
When my branch manager recently asked me “what changed?” after I had two of my best months ever – by far – in November and December. I told him about your program and he asked that I tell the entire banch about it at the meeting.
After telling the group that I was always terrible at achieving goals and hated the entire process (even though I’ve run businesses in the past), I noted that I saw your internet promos just as we were setting fourth quarter goals and when I broke down the cost on a daily basis, I realized it was definitely worth the risk.
I read the group the titles of 10 of the 100 daily challenges just to give them the flavor of the course.
When I was done, my branch manager not only encouraged everyone in attendance to take the course, but said if they did and met their personal goals, he would reimburse participants for half the cost.
I’m looking forward to the next 100-Day Challenge on Monday to continue the success of the last quarter.
Thanks for producing a very excellent and very professionally presented program.
DUKE RICHARD
Bankers Life & Casualty Co.
Deerfield Beach FL
sara mann January 15th, 2010 at 1:10 am
100 day challenge – i thought business – you brought life – what it is to be a human being on this planet.
I specifically used the challenge for a performance residency in an university – everyday – i got up and was inspired/again and again – forgot my personality crap and my excuses. And, I took your tools in everyday to undergrads, and talked about and input into their brains and bodies the daily practice i did with your daily focus – they brought people – the community grew – their stories came – and their desires for their own future revealed themselves – i put it all on stage. I know they will become leaders in whatever they choose to do – with heart and meaning, with integrity and an awareness of ” I can do anything i choose and i need to choose”
Personally – i have seen my weaknesses and my strengths – (best coaching i’ve ever had/hard to admit – as i like personal contact) i have to do the work – and i will and i will continue – i have a list that means something to me for 2010.
Jana Wilcox January 16th, 2010 at 10:51 pm
Hi Gary
Some years ask the questions and others answer. This is the year that is a answering and the answers are flooding in almost too fast… To get a bigger picture on my life, 3 years ago, I almost died during childbirth…and in the moment of the awareness of the truth of that – 2 questions popped into my mind:
1. Are you living your truth?
2. Are you loving unconditionally?
From there I set out to make changes but I was full of fear and doubt of my own power to make the changes nor was I ready to take responsibility for my life and thus my life spiraled out of control as I shed light on my darkness. I couldn’t see clearly what I needed to do to make profound changes in my life. I have made huge strides but things still weren’t clicking. And then I found the 100 day challenge and what I have gotten from your program in 100 days is exactly what so many have tried to show me in my lifetime. My father, my husband, so many relationships and experiences. Commitment to Excellence and Everything you think, say and do counts. I feel this in every cell in my body and am making small and big changes. I finally feel like I have emerged out of the tunnel and into the fresh air from that day 3 years ago…especially after hearing your information on legacy. It’s helping me clarify even further…..
I just wanted you to know how grateful I am for your generosity and kindness in my life, I will pay it forward in my legacy every single day.
I’m enjoying my 2nd round of the 100 Day Challenge….and moving forward in my life.
I hope your day is great!
Jana
Alex Gayton January 29th, 2010 at 3:19 pm
Best stuff on goals I’ve ever seen Gary!
Absolutely Brilliant!
Bob Norway February 11th, 2010 at 10:53 am
Gary-
Wow!
You really make sense of all this and my and I read everything you roffer and love your content and delivery.
We listen to Tony Robbins for over 20 years but you have it in a fashion with forms we can make sense of!
We would like to go to the Orlando meeting but we have my wife’s cousin getting married on that Saturday. Will you have another one?(or maybe I can skip wedding and go there??)I’ve been married 27 years and I guess if I want to be married another 27 ,I better go to the wedding.
100 Day Challenge Member February 15th, 2010 at 4:52 pm
Hi Gary,
I am a member of the 100 Day Challenge (currently on day 32), and I can’t believe what a difference it has made in my life! I’ve achieved more in 32 days than in the last year!
Keep up the good work!
christine Jones March 1st, 2010 at 4:17 am
Gary,
I participated in the 100 day challenge this fall and am missing the daily inspiration it provided for myself. I loved it – great program!
Davin Ogden March 2nd, 2010 at 10:16 am
I loved the 100 Day Challenge so much the first time around, I decided to take it a second time. As soon as I’d heard about Gary’s Alumni program I didn’t even think twice. I joined promptly…
As an full time internet marketer, and also J/V Co-ordinator for some of the Internets top names in marketing, I needed something to get my “mojo” running. That’s exactly what I found from Gary Ryan Blair and his 100 Day Challenge.
I found my inspiration, the proper course and guidance, and the means to make my dreams a reality.
The man’s name who fuels the inspiration is Gary Ryan Blair, and the course is The 100 Day Challenge. The dreams…well, those are mine!
Kristina Anderson March 2nd, 2010 at 10:41 am
Gary,
I am by nature highly organized and motivated, but I needed a big kick in the pants to launch new goals I had set for 2010. I started the 100 Day Challenge in early February and it has been THE catalyst to making things happen. Because of your coaching, I’m buried in work and loving it.
Thanks so much.
Kristina
Marion March 2nd, 2010 at 3:28 pm
Gary, your program is some of the best money I’ve ever spent – what amazing value you give – but I’m glad it wasn’t priced any higher because I really stretched my budget to buy it!
You have blessed my life, I’m on Day 32 and I’m not the person I used to be 33 days ago. I am like an unstoppable machine – jumping out of bed every weekday at 5am and making the most of every moment.
Everything’s changed because you have inspired my mind to change, and I just keep achieving and growing and amazing myself. My goals are sweeping towards me with great momentum and I’m continually adding to my list because what is happening is spiritual – its the best feeling when at te end of the day I go to bed so unbelievably fulfilled and satisfied in the knowledge that I’ve had a quality day, achieved so, so much and FINISHED STRONG!
What you’ve created here will have great eternal consequences.
Much love and respect…. Marion
Bonita Trent March 2nd, 2010 at 8:58 pm
I’m just getting off the ground with my goals, but what I have noticed is that I don’t make excuses as much, and I don’t accept them from other people. My children especially have heard me encourage them to not make excuses and just get busy. I have turned around several would be lack-luster days into fairly productive ones. Your daily motivation is just what this perfectionist needs! Thanks so much, and I look forward to great things during the rest of the challenge.
Mark Roberts March 2nd, 2010 at 10:23 pm
Gary,
Just a note to express my gratitude for the 100 day challenge.
I participated in the last challenge and got great results. I got more actively involved in the current challenge, set bolder goals and am happy to report that my progress to date (day 48) has exceeded my expectations (and those were high).
Since joining the challenge, Ive earned 8 top sales awards, increased my income by about 30% (in what my co-workers are calling a “down market”) and have happier, more loyal customers. I had my best year ever financially!
I’m in better physical shape in my late forties than I’ve ever been.
Watching the daily lessons every morning starts the day off in a positive way. The challenges give me an opportunity to stretch. The Forums are an excellent way to expand on the lessons and to share with like minded people. Everyone is extremely supportive and helpful. Whenever I’ve e-mailed Gary a question I’ve always received a reply within an hour or two…great support!
I’ve spent several thousands of dollars on books and improvement programs…some good…most bad!
Gary’s 100 Day Challenge is bar none the wisest investment I’ve ever made! Gary’s approach is action oriented and no-nonsense. No pipe dreams or mysticism!
Simply put, if you want to achieve spectacular goals and benefit greatly from the journey…invest and participate in the 100 Day Challenge!!!
Thanks Gary …can’t wait for the next challenge!!!
Your student,
Mark Roberts
Dallas, TX
Judy Gilliland March 2nd, 2010 at 11:02 pm
Gary, there may be many many books, lessons and courses *out there*, but yours is unique and in my opinion, the best.
I have long been a student of learning. I have long read, taken and bought many. I have most of the time, listened to/read and studied them.
However, they didn’t have the extra nudge to get the action taken. Most say to write the goals out, but I never had the courage to do so. I never before believed that I deserved dreams. I’m just a fat old grandma who though I secretly for years wanted my own business, wanted to be a success, I never believed I COULD have it all. Never thought I was worthy of it.
I have long been punishing myself for choices my kids made. I thought if I could just do enough for everyone I would …..so I pushed my dreams aside, my hopes.
You made them rise up and say YOU CAN. YOU can dream, hope and achieve. You made me realize that the choices others have made, are that, but I can make MY choices, my own and I can succeed. AND that it is my duty to do so.
I swallowed hard, and started…first time by just reading it daily, starting my day out each and every day first thing.
Gradually I started practicing the daily things, and started noticing that exactly what I needed for that day would come along. How did you do that Gary?
Then slowly, little by little, I experienced daily successes and victories. They just gradually started creeping in. By the time the first 100 day challenge ended, I knew I couldn’t live without that daily nudge. Couldn’t get enough of it.
Now for the second time around. WOW, I’m amazed. Just when I didn’t think it could get better. How to learn, using the same things we just went over?
It was great first time, but the second time is amazing. Week by week, I have grown so much, so gradually that I haven’t seen most of it coming. I was quiet, shy, and had a hard time at networking meetings (a necessity in our business). The 30 second commercial was torture. Now, I LOVE every part of networking. I LOVE meeting new people, finding all about them. I try to make sure I meet everyone there AND most amazing of all, I’m doing things I NEVER thought I could do.
I’m in a new BNI group, got asked to be secretary/treasurer…….it’s a BIG job. Not only that, I have to sit at the head table in front of everyone. GASP, before I couldn’t have done that. I’m still working at being comfortable speaking in front of others, but I’m not wanting to hide under the table anymore.
I have goals, written goals, accountable goals. I LOVE the AAR review, love the accountability of it. I am so loving it all AND my business is growing and prospering because of choices I have made. Choices I was able to make because of things I learned in the 100 day challenge.
Sorry this is so long, but I just can’t say enough. I can’t thank you enough for bringing this to me. This is no hype, but from a real life grandma, that now has a REAL business, making a little more each month, and feeling legitimate…..no longer do I feel a fake. I can handle the business, do what I need to do, and I can and will SUCCEED!
Thank You,
Judy
Laura March 3rd, 2010 at 12:31 am
The 100-day challenge kicked me into gear on Day 1. I’m making rapid progress on all of my goals and have never felt more alive!
As Gary states, “Results are Everything,” but I think the real secret to this program is that “Encouragement is Everything!” Thank you. Thank you! THANK YOU!
Gretchen March 3rd, 2010 at 4:50 am
Hi Gary!
I was delighted to have your email this morning. We recently corresponded about having bed bugs and getting behind on my goals, and I have to say, I’ve been absolutely tickled at how, while I haven’t been on top of everything as I completely want to be, I’ve still made significant progress in terms of my goals. Some things have taken a little longer, some things have been put off for a moment, but you know – we’re getting there!
I just put together the first draft of my acting website (it’s rough, but it’s up and coming!), the wedding planning is going beautifully, and my finances are coming together. I still have some work to do in getting an agent…Regardless, what I want to say is that your constant reminders have helped me keep on track, even when living out of a plastic bag.
And I’m grateful for, happy about, and proud of that.
Wishing you all the best –
With gratitude,
Gretchen
Ron Ferrill March 3rd, 2010 at 9:57 am
It is almost easy to predict and achieve goals. This isn’t lightly written. Dedication is required to be successful with the 100 Day Challenge. What I learned during the 1st Challenge though is that it is about much more than any one person’s individual goals.
It is about how we choose to live. No matter our circumstance, no matter our education, our wealth, our physical capabilities, or even our age, we can become greater.
Somehow, I’ve changed. My life is now more directed toward others. Don’t get me wrong – I am still focused on personal goals, but they seem to lead me to wanting and being able to do more for others. Without belaboring the point that I am in my 60’s, it is as though I am putting it all together. The pieces and trips of my life before are synthesizing into a different man.
So, take the Challenge. Achieve your goals. But beware – you will be changed – and a better person for yourself and all in your life.
Richard Brosnan March 4th, 2010 at 7:36 pm
I have found the challenge extremely successfull in directing me to the right actions to become more productive which will ultimately achieve my goals. I have become more focused on achieving results leading to accomplishing and therefore energyzing myself. Looking forward to the rest of the challenge.
Patricia Brogan March 8th, 2010 at 8:51 am
Gary I love the 100 day challenge because it keeps me focused on my goals. It’s so easy to let life get in the way and throw you off track and put what’s important on the back burner. But by having this challenge in place, my goal is what I keep my focus on. Thanks so much for having this. It is worth every penny it cost and then some!