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“A rut is nothing more than a shallow grave.”1

Look in the mirror and make the decision to say, “I can.” Congratulations, you're on your way to win No. 1.

Whatever you want to accomplish in life, no matter the naysayers or the doubters, the roadblocks or the fears, the uncertainties or the challenges, the first step to achievement is believing in yourself. In business and your personal life, you make the conscious choice to win—to succeed—every day. It's the decision to commit to taking control of your life and your happiness.

That's not motivational-speak; it's the truth from a real-ologist. Your success depends on believing the “I can” instead of coming up with excuses to justify the “I don't have to.”

I know; I changed my own attitude and approach and went from being a street cop in a sleepy suburb of Denver, Colorado, to being a deputy sheriff, SWAT tactical commander, and now CEO of a large multinational public holding company, the real estate industry giant RE/MAX.

The first step to a win is to make your latest excuse your last one.