The 3 M’s


Amar Pandit
A respected entrepreneur with 25+ years of Experience, Amar Pandit is the Founder of several companies that are making a Happy difference in the lives of people. He is currently the Founder of Happyness Factory, a world-class online investment & goal-based financial planning platform through which he aims to help every Indian family save and invest wisely. He is very passionate about spreading financial literacy and is the author of 4 bestselling books (+ 2 more to release in 2020), 8 Sketch Books, Board Game and 700 + columns.

March 29, 2022 | 6 Minute Read
Though I had not planned this, today’s post will come across as a continuation of last Friday’s Nano “Remove these Knots”. You can call this “serendipity”. In case you are wondering what serendipity means, you have 2 choices. Go to Merriam Webster and figure out OR better yet, read my post “The Serendipity when we take ACTION”, which also reads like a continuation of last Friday’s Nano.
In the previous Nano, I had written about the 3 knots that are holding back our success.
- Distractions
- Inaction
- Limiting Beliefs
Which one do you think is the first and most important (or the toughest one to overcome)? While all 3 are important, I don’t think we need any guesses. The cake goes to “Limiting Beliefs.”
We all have limiting beliefs. There is no one who doesn’t. The key is to recognize that we have them. It is only then can we do something about our limiting beliefs. Jim Kwik, Author of “Limitless” wrote in his book, “I came to discover that my perceived restrictions were not really restrictions. They were merely obstacles I needed to overcome or limitations I needed to unlearn. And when I did, what I could learn to be or do each day became limitless.”
Jim adds further, “Being limitless is not about being perfect. It’s about progressing beyond what you currently believe is possible. Just as you have learned limits from your family, culture, industry, and life experiences, you can unlearn them.”
Many of us believe the circumstances they are in and the path they are on is who they will always be. But there is always a choice.
Jim adds “You can learn to un-limit and expand your mindset, your motivation and your methods to create a limitless life.”
There is a limit that must be released and replaced in one of three areas:
- A limit in your Mindset – you entertain a low belief in yourself, your capabilities, or what is possible.
- A limit in your Motivation – you lack the drive, purpose or energy to take action.
- A limit in your Methods – you were taught and are acting on a process that is not effective to create the results you desire.”
The 3 Ms then are (I have changed the order and made Motivation the first M):
- Motivation (your WHY): the purpose one has for taking action. Ask yourself, “Why are you in this business? Why do you do what you do? Does your why motivate you?” Finding your Why is the key to unleashing your drive and energy.
- Mindset (the WHAT): deeply held beliefs and assumptions about who you are, what you are capable of and what is possible (including how the world works).
A certain level of skill is required but all world class professionals have a certain skill level. The difference is how they show up with their mindset. The same goes with financial professionals. 90% of what determines our success is mental too. - Method (the HOW): Your process; Your client experience. How do you do what you do?
It’s super critical to master this final part. Beyond the process, even something as simple as How you say matters a lot more than what you say.
To become truly limitless in our industry/profession, you have to nail all the 3 M’s. So, where do you begin (you can always ask us )?
The key when you are taking your steps is to have a map, a model of success.
Are you armed with your map, to nail the 3 M’s?
Interested in your customized map? Write to us about the areas you need help with. As always, we look forward to hearing from you.
Finally, I quote J. K. Rowling, who wrote, “We do not need magic to transform our world. We carry all of the power we need inside ourselves already.”
You already have all the power you need hidden somewhere deep inside of you. You simply need to learn the 3 Ms to become the limitless real financial professional that your clients need. The world needs you now more than at any point of time in history. Make this financial year (FY22-23) your best ever. We wish you an amazing one.
P.S. I also recommend a simple (and powerful) practice of doing an annual audit of your 3 Ms regularly. Those who do will thank me later.
Similar Post
Growth
It’s Time to Ganbatte!
In his book, “Ganbatte – The Japanese Art of Always Moving Forward”, author Albert Liebermann wrote, “In many cultures, before an acquaintance is about to face a challenge ....
Read More
8 August, 2023 | 5 Minute Read
Growth
This is One Observation You Shouldn’t Ignore
Can you take a guess about this observation?
I will wait for a few minutes. Just so you know, I did actually wait for a few minutes. I know you are getting impatient with this sil ....
Read More
12 July, 2022 | 5 Minute Read
Growth
Growth is not what you think it is
The biggest issue or challenge facing advisors globally is Growth. I do not think there will be 2 different opinions about this fact. This is a priority area even for the best firm ....
Read More
16 February, 2021 | 6 Minute Read
Growth
The Constraints that will change your Business and Life
Constraint is a noun and it generally means the state of being restricted or compelled to avoid. We think of constraints as something negative or bad for us. What if I told you oth ....
Read More
1 December, 2020 | 6 Minute Read
Growth
On Business Models
After reading the post, “The Oldest Barber Shop in the World?”, one of the readers wrote to me, “Excellent post Amar. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and I started thinking about bu ....
Read More
26 March, 2024 | 5 Minute Read
Growth
The Whole Point of Life
On December 7th, I wrote a post about the Power of Practice. In case you haven’t watched the video in it, I would encourage you to see it. I had taken this video during a Boston ....
Read More
21 December, 2021 | 5 Minute Read
- 0
- 0
0 Comments