When it comes to earning big cash online, I’ve noticed more than a gazillion times, when individuals get that special itch (no, not that one, the one for making money) and out of nowhere, they seem like changed people.  They now, all of a sudden, have that twinkle in their eyes.  You see, all of a sudden — like a bolt of lightning — a person becomes obsessed.

It’s this bug, or virus… that bites us hard… and for a short period of time, we are one with a burning desire… a passion… an obsession, to REALLY make a big, bold, quantum change in our lives.  It’s as if something clicked, or some switch was flipped, or some light bulb went off in our brains.

Our attitude is different, our breathing is different and we hold our heads up high.  We know it’s now that time to make a difference… a change… and shoot for the stars!  I’ve seen this bug many times, and have experienced it many times myself.  We all have, haven’t we?

Call it motivation… or inspiration, whatever… it gets us going and helps us jump out of bed in the mornings (or afternoons for me).  It’s a sudden and drastic change of attitude.  Sometimes, the inspiration comes from others… or from some audio program, or even a passing sports car.  The inspiration comes in many forms and from many different types of sources.

What is this thing?  Is it MOTIVATION?

I’ve seen it a million times, haven’t you?

Well, there’s a downside to this thing we call “motivation”.  You see… It’s not all a bed of roses and “happy-happy-joy-joy” time either.  There is a downside to this common occurrence and it’s downright unfortunate as well.

Because you see, although motivation or inspiration is quite enjoyable for a short fix, it’s not the answer to riches (or success).  What I’m shooting at here is “motivation” although enjoyable for the short term, is only temporary.

And as we know, temporary sucks.

In other words, if motivation is great and “motivation” is all we need to succeed, then everyone would be successful.  Because, everyone — at some point in their lives — has been motivated.  Well, maybe not everyone, I can think of a few who may have never in the history of their lives been motivated to do a damn thing, but for the masses out there, motivation is extremely common, but temporary… sorry.

So, if motivation is temporary, and temporary success sucks, then what’s the answer to long term success?

I’d call it “DRIVE”.

Motivation is temporary, but “Drive” is forever.

And with that in mind, very-very few people on this planet are driven.  That’s why most react to everything in life — just coasting through life reacting to what life throws at them.  Life is in control, not you, if you are only and merely motivated.

Being driven is the answer.

Someone could say, “Well, long term motivation will generate success”.  Yep.  That’s called Drive. Not motivation.  And, because motivation exists… that bug… or virus… because it is prevalent everywhere, with most people, then it’s no good.  It’ fake.  It’s wishful thinking.  It’s a hope and a prayer.  It’s “Nice try, thanks for playing, game over”.  It’s temporary and temporary sucks.

So, when someone comes up to me and says, “I’m jacked-up… I’m finally ready… I’m geared and ready to conquer the world” I say, “great! go for it!”  But, truly… I wait.  I wait to see if that temporary motivation… that bug… that virus… that illusion… manifests itself into “DRIVE”.  Because without drive, it’s all just wishful thinking.  And, wishful thinking does not pay bills very well or allow for “MTWF”

MTWF = More Time With Family

In conclusion… I’m not completely against “motivation”.  There is one instance or circumstance I believe “motivation” is quite powerful and completely empowering.  That one instance is when people who are driven, become motivated!  Now, if you want to see some big things happen, very-very fast, watch closely when a driven person becomes motivated… that’s just flat awesome to see!

It’s more like Motivation² (to the second power).  It’s motivation on steroids!  It’s freaking beautiful.

Be Driven,

Eric Louviere

Howdy!

Have you ever decided, just out of the blue and all of a sudden, to change things in your life? I mean, all of a sudden you want to rearrange things, fix things, mix things up, do things differently and make some significant changes in your life and routines?

If you have… then you should be able to relate to what I’m about to share with you.

You see, not only have I been rearranging things, rethinking things and reflecting on what I want to do differently moving forward, I’ve been doing that constantly for the past week or so. It’s like one thing after another.

It’s weird.

I mean, I got a gym membership and have been hitting the weights and stair master (which is a real bitch of a hard thing to do when you’re out of shape like I am). I even went and met with a Krav Maga instructor to learn that form of karate. I think I’ll wait a few weeks on that one as it looks very hard.

I have a new million dollar house we just moved into. I planted rye grass out in the front (which is something I’d never freaking ever do in the past). I’ve been eating better and sleeping better too.

I’m thinking much more clearly. I’ve been doing breathing exercises and meditating. I’ve been noticing things and enjoying things I’ve never really paid much attention to before. We have a great view at our new house and a swimming pool and hot tub. I’ve been relaxing more. It’s all very strange.

It all started when I drove up to Dallas (a 3.5 hour drive) to attend an event by Russell Brunson. Something clicked there at that event. I’ve been thinking and thinking what could it be that clicked?

What did this to me? Who the heck is this guy I’m turning into?

Whatever it is… I like it.

Today it dawned on me what it was that clicked.

You see, I did not spend much time in the actual seminar. I spent most of my time in the lobby and bar with some friends who were attending the event too. I spoke with a buddy of mine on a business venture we are planning and just relaxed there with good people.

However, I did go into the event to listen to a marketer I’ve always liked very much — and he goes by the name of .X.

During his first speech, he shared his personal story with us in the audience. It was a very moving story and although I have known Mr. .X. for a few years now, I did not know the extent of his story. I knew he had a house burn down and that changed his life, but I did not know the full details and the events that led up to that house burning down.

His story is what changed me.

He had a new child at that time his house burned down and I have a nine month old son. He went from not doing so good financially in his career in Sedona, AZ to doing great, working at home! Then, his house burned down and him and his family were damned lucky to escape with their lives.

He said something like, “All I had was a t-shirt and boxer shorts, which was what I was wearing when we got out of the house. We had to start all over with the basics in life, like a drivers license”.

I was fully hypnotized by his story.

I left the conference room and went up to my hotel room to get my lap top. In my room, I just sat there and thought about his story. I remember thinking to myself, “I don’t care how much money I’m making, or what size my house is, I’m going to enjoy life more and be thankful for what I have.”

That’s what did it for me.

So, I just want to say to Mr. .X. thanks… and also, cool beard bro!

Eric Louviere