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F53-013: What Hustle Really Means
Let's talk Hustle. Where I come from, the word hustle has two meanings.
1) sports
2) Being a hustler
Sports Hustle
Works hard
Run on the field/court, no walking
Sense of urgency
Intentional – Every move is planned or with purpose
Dives for a loose ball
I LOVE these type of people. They sell out, put in the work, play to the whistle. They're a critical component to building a great team. You can always count on them giving their all. They may come with some baggage but you know when the chips are down they are all in and that they prepared with their hustle.
Being A hustler
One sided deal
Taking advantage of me
A slime ball
The business “Hustle” life, although it may work for some, I do not aspire to have that. I do not admire and/or want to be the guy who works 16 hour days no matter how big of an empire it might build. That’s just me. I think some people define themselves by how “busy” they are. That there is some badge of honor being “So Busy”. I prefer to work smart/less with the biggest results. Don’t get me wrong…I work hard and “Sports Hustle” but it's for a short period of time, or small sprints. I’ve had plenty of 16-20 hour work days in my life. But it’s rare and for a very intentional task.
To the “Hustlers” who work their rear off…I commend you. It takes someone special to be all in like that. But please…don’t blow smoke that you have a “Family First” mentality. I know, first hand, there can only be ONE 1st and if you work 16 hours per day, fly around the world, client meetings, sporting events, etc. I hate to break it to you…your family isn’t first. Period! That’s not passing judgment that’s calling BS on how somebody represents themselves.
Maybe family first in your rule means family first…right after my business. Again, that’s fine, not passing judgment but your actions speak louder than words. I bet if we asked your family what comes first they would say your work, not them.
I don’t know about you but when I leave my legacy I don’t want it to say “Hustler”. I want it to say the best “Husband, Father and Friend”
So…hustle. Sports hustle is important, it builds character and is critical for your team and your business. Business Hustle…how I see it. Maybe a fit for some, but not for me. The good news is…we get the choice and that’s awesome.
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By Ryan Ayres: Business Coach and StrategistLet's talk Hustle. Where I come from, the word hustle has two meanings.
1) sports
2) Being a hustler
Sports Hustle
Works hard
Run on the field/court, no walking
Sense of urgency
Intentional – Every move is planned or with purpose
Dives for a loose ball
I LOVE these type of people. They sell out, put in the work, play to the whistle. They're a critical component to building a great team. You can always count on them giving their all. They may come with some baggage but you know when the chips are down they are all in and that they prepared with their hustle.
Being A hustler
One sided deal
Taking advantage of me
A slime ball
The business “Hustle” life, although it may work for some, I do not aspire to have that. I do not admire and/or want to be the guy who works 16 hour days no matter how big of an empire it might build. That’s just me. I think some people define themselves by how “busy” they are. That there is some badge of honor being “So Busy”. I prefer to work smart/less with the biggest results. Don’t get me wrong…I work hard and “Sports Hustle” but it's for a short period of time, or small sprints. I’ve had plenty of 16-20 hour work days in my life. But it’s rare and for a very intentional task.
To the “Hustlers” who work their rear off…I commend you. It takes someone special to be all in like that. But please…don’t blow smoke that you have a “Family First” mentality. I know, first hand, there can only be ONE 1st and if you work 16 hours per day, fly around the world, client meetings, sporting events, etc. I hate to break it to you…your family isn’t first. Period! That’s not passing judgment that’s calling BS on how somebody represents themselves.
Maybe family first in your rule means family first…right after my business. Again, that’s fine, not passing judgment but your actions speak louder than words. I bet if we asked your family what comes first they would say your work, not them.
I don’t know about you but when I leave my legacy I don’t want it to say “Hustler”. I want it to say the best “Husband, Father and Friend”
So…hustle. Sports hustle is important, it builds character and is critical for your team and your business. Business Hustle…how I see it. Maybe a fit for some, but not for me. The good news is…we get the choice and that’s awesome.