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“Simple” does NOT mean “easy.” I’ve been in business for 17 years — and honestly, it feels surreal to say that out loud. Looking back on my journey, I’ve noticed a pattern where I've had my best months. It wasn’t luck. It wasn’t a "magic strategy." It came down to one thing: Simple Habits. But let me be clear: “Simple” does NOT mean “easy.” It’s simple to bench press 400 pounds, but it’s far from easy. Simple can be hard. Simple can be uncomfortable. Simple can require discipline. But here’s the key: Simple works. 💡 What Simple Habits Drive Success? 1️⃣ Consistency Over Intensity: Big, sporadic efforts don’t create lasting results. Consistent, small actions do. 2️⃣ Clarity Over Complexity: Too many moving parts lead to confusion. The simpler the process, the easier it is to repeat and scale. 3️⃣ Storytelling Over Selling: People don’t buy products; they buy into your stories. Share your story, your mission, your “why,” and you’ll connect on a deeper level. (Hint: Start by sharing more stories right here on LinkedIn.) These aren’t flashy, groundbreaking ideas—but that’s the point. Simple habits, done consistently, change the game.
Matt Zaun I’ve worked for 32 years and the word “Simple” is not what people think it is. Simple is experience through trial and error and there’s no easy way to success like many want you to believe. For 19 of those years I was a business owner, and owning a business is not as easy as many want you to think. To say running a business is “simple”, is not talking about reality. Reality will teach you there’s more to learn and the challenges can be overcome through learning a process that’s easy to learn.
"Simple habits, done consistently, change the game." This is such a powerful strategy! Similarly, I'm a big fan of incremental change because it's less stressful and more likely to stick. Thanks for this post & list Matt Zaun
Matt Zaun, you are the most systematic person I know. I think that has been huge in your success.
Matt Zaun, you are spot on here. Simple is repeatable, not easy! Great suggestions for all.
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20hThanks Matt, this is a great reminder on the importance of keeping things simple, embracing the essentials, and freeing yourself from excess. "Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication" Leonardo da Vinci