You Gotta Have The Want To
The title of this post actually comes from a Book written by the late Rev. Allan Oggs. This was a man that had a disability that would have kept many down. He had limbs that he actually dragged around, nut never let it hinder him. He would make light of it at times and even used it to his advantage.
You Gotta Have The Want To is a key to every successful thing we can do. It can make or break the very results of every endeavor. Imagine trying to run a business when you really have no Desire or Want To in the outcome.
We live in a time where opportunities abound. People have some of the greatest resources at their finger tips yet live a life of failure. What is the root cause of this? What separates those that truly have and have not. Many believe that they were simply born on the wrong side of the tracks. They didn’t have a silver spoon when they where born.
I disagree with this philosophy. We live in the greatest era of mankind. People can go to their local library and get books on just about every topic they desire. Many Libraries will actually go and purchase books that they don’t have on hand and you will be the first to read it. People have the internet in their homes on their cell phones.
Free Information is all around us.
What really separates the have and the have nots is really simple. You Gotta HAve The Want To! I recently saw some information regarding the number of hours that kids use the internet, video games and TV. UNBELIEVABLE! Some may spend as much as 40 hours a week using this technology. Can you imagine the what you could accomplish if you truly spent that much time each in a productive manner?
In the video I spoke of a young man that I believe has the desire, He’s Got The Want To” to succeed. I gave him a printed copy of Katie Freilings Manifesto. We spoke about looking at ways he can better his life. He literally stands and listens to music 6 – 9 hours a day. Imagine the opportunity he has, if he will change his programming from music to self help audio books. He spends 3 hours a day on frivolous online activities. Imagine if you could harness that time toward good works. WOW what an opportunity!
If he decides to Really put “The Want To” into action, I will be introducing him to you.
Hope You Have A Great Day!
April 25th, 2010 at 8:54 am
Thanks for the challenge Bill. If we’re not givers then we’ll not prosper as GOD intended. Your 30 day quest is inspiring to me and others. GOD Bless and keep you this day buddy.
.-= Nelson Schroeder´s last blog ..Never Give Up =-.
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April 26th, 2010 at 11:02 am
Nelson,
Thank you for the kind words. You to my friend inspire me and many others with some of the comments you make on peoples post. You are never afraid to stand for your faith and quote the scriptures. I really appreciate it more than you can imagine!
Your Friend
Bill
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April 26th, 2010 at 12:17 am
thank you bill…i am very grateful for you opening my eyes to other opportunities than just standing and hoping for something better to come around.
.-= kyle´s last blog ..Hello world! =-.
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April 26th, 2010 at 11:00 am
Kyle,
You are so welcome my friend. Please look around the Blog and if you have any questions please DO NOT hesitate to ask. Here is to your health and prosperity. Remember you really can be all you want to be. You just must be willing to do the little things each day that others are not willing to do!
Bill
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April 26th, 2010 at 4:40 pm
Hi Bill,
I really like the message of this post. I like the phrase “Do You Have the Want to.” That is really cool! Sometimes I feel guilty for being on the computer as much as I am because I limit the time my children can be on it. However, I am working…most of the time! (I occasional get distracted like anyone else.) The point is, simply zoning out is way different than deliberate movement toward a specific goal. You do an excellent job of distinguishing between the two here.
By the way, did you ever get your music figured out?
Have a great day~
Mary Lou
.-= Mary Lou Kayser´s last blog ..How Are You Really Doing in Your Primary Network Marketing Opportunity? =-.
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April 26th, 2010 at 9:59 pm
Thank You Mary Lou, Thanks for the conversation the other night. I did find the info I was looking for.
The website is http://freeplaymusic.com I need to go check it out some more.
Bill
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April 26th, 2010 at 8:16 pm
Bill,
Awesome post emphasizing the importance of the desire to better yourself, move forward. You are stepping into your greatness by offering assistance to another. Great way to share your passion and open the door to another idea for someone.
Wonderful my friend!
Val
.-= Val Wilcox´s last blog ..Which Bridge in Life to Use… =-.
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April 26th, 2010 at 10:01 pm
Val,
Thank you, I can’t begin to tell you the feeling it gives me to share information with those who are open to learning. The amazing part is you give them a little and see if they come back looking and asking for more. To Cool!
Bill
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April 27th, 2010 at 9:45 am
Bill – THis is so important because if you don’t want to succeed bad enough to work hard for it – things probably aren’t going to work out:) I see so many people who thinks the world “owes” them something and they think that they don’t have to work for success!
.-= Glyna Humm´s last blog ..My New Favorite Timesaving Toolbar! =-.
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April 27th, 2010 at 6:48 pm
Glyna,
You are so true, it really makes you feel good when you run into those that are willing to do a little each day to get ahead.
Bill
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April 27th, 2010 at 1:38 pm
Hi Bill, Great post and video. People do exactly what they want to do and it really comes down to having that “want to” as far as improving ones self. Thanks for sharing!
~Kara
.-= Kara Grabenhorst´s last blog ..Don’t like it? Change it NOW =-.
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Bill Reply:
April 27th, 2010 at 6:45 pm
Kara,
Thank you for the comment and the sharing. It’s amazing to me that we live in a time that people are willing to settle for mediocrity.
Bill
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April 27th, 2010 at 8:51 pm
Great post Bill, and congratulations on day 27 of your challenge – you are doing an awesome job!
I think you are absolutely right about people have to “want to” do something different – make a change. With all of the incredible resources available there is no excuse for whiners! You can do the same thing over and over again and expect different results but from what I have heard they call that insanity! Thanks Bill.
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April 27th, 2010 at 9:16 pm
Jan,
Thank You. It has been an interesting Month.
Bill
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April 28th, 2010 at 10:27 pm
Oh yeah, you HAVE to have the WANT TO! Great post, Bill! You are rockin’ your 30 day challenge ~ you’re such a natural now! Well done my friend.
And wow. I love what you are doing to help this young kid. I certainly hope we get the honor of meeting him soon!
Opportunities are abound….and it is up to us to make the choices to use our time to do work that is for the betterment of ourselves and society. Thanks for your continual inspiration!
.-= Beth Allen´s last blog ..Is Your Attention on Your Intention? =-.
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April 28th, 2010 at 10:52 pm
Beth Allen,
Thank you for the support. It is amazing what a person will do when they truly have the want to, to succeed.
Bill
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April 28th, 2010 at 11:02 pm
Bill,
You are definitely on track with this concept. You’ve got to want to. You may have heard this saying before…You can’t drag somebody across the finish line. As a result…they have to want to.
Great work on the video challenge. You’re almost there.
.-= Don Enck´s last blog ..Do You Love Your Competition? =-.
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Bill Reply:
June 9th, 2010 at 6:01 pm
Thank you Don, I appreciate the comment. sorry it took so long to respond back. It has gotten busy on the blog.
Bill
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May 3rd, 2010 at 12:25 am
Bill,
You are absolutely right, my friend. If you don’t have the “Want to” you might as well quit before you start. It isn’t a disability that holds one back. It’s the lack of desire!
Really enjoyed visiting your blog. I’ll be back often!
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May 3rd, 2010 at 5:30 pm
Darlene,
You are exactly right on this one. Lack of Desire is the reason for most failures.
Bill
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