In 1997, Gary Winnick founded Global Off-Road, a bold vision of laying submarine fiber cables to build a global telecommunications network based on IP. This is a huge infrastructure game that aims to form the core transportation layer of the Internet, connecting global data centers and network hubs.
But having a vision as a plan, it doesn’t matter without a key component: The last mile. The final connection with consumers and businesses determines whether the network can fulfill its commitments.
Global Crossing became one of the most popular companies in the Dot-Com boom, reaching a market capitalization of $47 billion. Demand for Internet bandwidth surges – as expected. But by 2001, the bubble burst. The company overbuilt its capabilities to generate enough revenue to cover its debts. In January 2002, it filed for bankruptcy with a debt of $12.4 billion.
lesson? You can be early, or even right, but if you don’t complete the journey, the chances will slip. As a growth investor, this reminds people to make some profit when the excitement is high. Not every rocket ship reaches the moon.
Ah, that’s the day. I trade technology and internet stocks like a man on the 49th floor of New York Plaza. Looking back, such a career is limited! I even traded GBLX but don’t remember whether I made money or lost (probably lost).
Why the last mile is everything
If there is a spell that my wife is tired of hearing, it’s like this: Complete the last mile. Looking back, I don’t fully appreciate the rise and fall of the global intersection, just like the way I work today.
When you no longer have a stable salary (I have never since leaving the financial job in 2012 – if you slipped, no one caught you. No meeting? Excellent! But, no salary or achievement. It all depends on the ability you follow.
By comparison, as an employee, you can take two weeks off but still get paid. In a large company, if you take three months off, your absence may be barely registered. But when you are alone (whether a retiree, an entrepreneur or an entrepreneur), the last mile is on you.
Without completing the last leg, all the plans, energy and settings are gone.
The last mile I missed recently still bothers me
I share this story because I lost the ball and I want to take responsibility.
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One client accepted the offer. We exchanged emails and he filled out the onboarding questionnaire. I reviewed his information and he proposed a date and time. I mentally confirmed, opened my calendar, created a Google Meet Invite, wrote a note about looking forward to the call…that’s all.
Unfortunately, I forgot the actual send Calendar invitation!
We went for a five-night ski trip to Tahoe. I even took a few consultation calls during the downtime and came back. But it wasn’t until the next Thursday morning that I realized that I had never confirmed the meeting with him.
No emails, no invitations were sent. Just silence, I believe I’ve been lined up on my calendar.
When I finally responded and sent the calendar invitation at 7 a.m. Thursday, it was too late. His day was full. To make matters worse, the last email he sent me was 11 days ago. Imagine paying 55 books and then listening there is nothing Reward. I feel bad. My bad!
Why I’m not good at meetings now (and what I’m doing)
In my financial age (1999-2012), meetings are everything. Sometimes I attend 7-8 meetings in a day when helping IPO candidates sell to clients. What is expected is that punctuality and preparation are not optional. I also often meet with customers for dinner or drinks. If I want to start a relationship, I can’t deceive them.
But what about now? I have an average weekly business-related meeting. I limit my consultation to two meetings per month to protect my freedom and energy. That’s why you won’t even find my consultation page unless you search for it. If it’s easy to find out, my lifestyle will decline because demand is overwhelming.
result? My “party muscles” atrophy. Sometimes I forget about dates in my calendar. The alarm pops up and I still ignore them psychologically as if they are invisible. My brain has been on my schedule since 2012, not someone else’s job.
So here’s what I started to do:
- Check my calendar every morning
- Set two alerts for each meeting: 30 minutes ago and 5 minutes ago
Why do you need two alarms? Because I missed the meeting 30 minutes later. Oh boy… it takes time for the rewiring of the meeting.
Success comes from closing the loop
You can brainstorm, plan and prepare endlessly, but it doesn’t matter if you don’t finish the last step. The last mile is where the result takes place. Here are some common examples:
1. hunting
Plan: Build a resume, research company
Miss: Never apply or skip interview out of fear
Result: No job, no progress, no money
2. Fitness goals
Plan: Buy equipment and find a trainer
Miss: Don’t be consistent
Result: No conversion
3. Carry out business
Plan: Build a website with secure funds
Miss: I will never launch
Results: No customers, no revenue
4. Writing a book
Plan: 90% draft, revised
Miss: Never contact agents, never publish
Results: Zero readers, zero impact
5. invest
Plan: Conduct research and understand risks and rewards
Miss: Never invest
Results: Money remains idle, slowing down inflation lag as peers become richer
6. educate
Plan: Pass the exam and take classes without a hangover
Miss: Only three years, then drop out of school and start the band
Results: No degree and $60,000 in student loan debt
7. relation
Plan: Propose a witty opening line to lend a helping hand
Miss: Never make phone calls, meet or send messages
Result: Missing contact, no happiness, no love, no children, only more loneliness
8. Financial Plan
Plan: Develop strategies, hire a financial professional or take advantage of my promotion
Miss: Don’t implement it
Results: Great plan, no results, and full of regrets at the age of 65
The finish line is where magic happens
We all know people who start with incredible energy but never follow it. I’ve been experiencing that number more times than I want to admit. But here’s the truth: real value, growth, rewards – all live in the last mile.
Whether you are building a business, planning to retire or trying to keep your promise: complete the last mile. World Rewards Follow-up.
Reader, do you have something to start but not finish the last mile key? If so, what made you back?
Sometimes, not completing is a sign that it’s time to move on, and if progress stagnates, quitting smoking may actually be a smarter choice. Do you have any examples and walking away is a better decision?
Implementation after facts: After 10 minutes of sitting at the dining table with my wife, she helped me realize a few things. First, I forgot to send the invitations to the customer never really ordered 55 books, which is huge! This makes me feel bad about the bad thing about forgetting to send calendar invitations. Secondly, customers can follow up in a few days. Communication is two-way.
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This book is my attempt to write a modern version of classic works The millionaire next door. Times have changed, so there are many different ways to achieve millionaire status.
Unfortunately, $3 million quickly became the new $1 million due to inflation, and by the end of the decade, $5 million could win the title. Without proper savings, investments and calculations, building a huge fortune will only become increasingly difficult.
Fortunately for us, we have more than knowledge and resources. I wrote this book to help you achieve financial independence soon, so you can live your life on your own terms. Hope you enjoy reading!
