Good morning! I took today's motivation from Alex Hormozi with Acquisition.com. He's a motivational marketer extraordinaire, entrepreneur and philanthropist. "A young samurai once asked a Zen master how long it would take to achieve mastery. "10 years," the master said. The samurai, eager to speed things up, asked "What if I work twice as hard and practice day and night?" The master replied: "20 years." When the confused samurai asked why it would take longer, the master explained: "If you have one eye fixed on your destination, you only have one eye left to find your way." In other words, as Warren Buffet so eloquently stated, "you can't have a baby in a month by getting 9 girls pregnant!" Why does that work, though??? With speed, you skip the fundamentals. You don’t build systems. You chase shortcuts. But success isn’t built on rushing. It’s built on consistent action, strong foundations, and the patience to embrace the process. Mastery isn’t about getting there first; it’s about getting there right. This week and next, slow down, focus on the next right step, and trust that the journey will take you exactly where you’re meant to be. You’ve got this! 💪

Dear Marketing4Notaries Family, As the holiday season wraps us in its warmth, I want to take a moment to share my gratitude for each and every one of you. This year has been one of change and growth, and your decision to join me on this new journey means more to me than words can express. Building this community together has been a reminder of the power of connection, support, and shared goals. Your trust and enthusiasm inspire me every day to continue creating resources, opportunities, and strategies to help you build the business you’ve always dreamed of. I am off for the balance of the year, so you won't be hearing from me too much until January. This is my family time and I cherish it!! The holidays are a time for reflection, and as I look back on this year, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for the friendships, successes, and milestones we’ve shared. I truly believe that 2025 will be a year of incredible growth and opportunity for us all, and I’m so excited to continue this journey with you. Wishing you and your loved ones a holiday season filled with joy, love, and rest. May the new year bring you success, happiness, and everything you’ve worked so hard for. Thank you for being part of this community and for allowing me to be part of your story. With love and heartfelt gratitude, Jen

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If you attend Tuesday Notary Titans, you'll want to be aware that there is a new link to join the call beginning JANUARY 7, 2025! You will need to register here to access the TNT call beginning in 2025. You'll receive 2 emails once you register. The first is an opt-in that will allow me to send out a reminder one hour before TNT starts each week, and the second email will be the link to the call. Today's call (the final call of 2024) will be on the same link it's always been. I'm giving y'all this new information before it's announced to the public since I will be absent from today's TNT, so please don't bring this up on the call until Laura announces it. Matt Miller is tapping in for me today!

Good morning and Happy Monday, friends! Today's motivation comes to me from JimKwik (American brain coach, podcaster, writer, and entrepreneur. He is the founder of Kwik Learning, an online learning platform; the host of the Kwik Brain podcast; and the author of Limitless). As we move into what I like to call the "quiet weeks" that wrap up our year, I know many of us will be with family, which can bring laughter and joy, but can also be difficult for those of us who have difficulty establishing and maintaining boundaries. So, let's look at a BOUNDARY: B e Aware O f What is U nacceptable and N ormalize saying no D o what is best for you A nd know that things aren't your R esponsibility all the time. Y our needs matter too. If I'm being honest, it's only been in recent years that I've been able to establish healthy boundaries with my own extended family. It takes practice and courage to hold onto your own boundaries, and I'll be the first to admit....it can be really difficult to stick to them when you're feeling the pressure to be who your family thinks you are. Does anyone else find themselves reverting back to an older version of themselves when they're with family? It happens to me, too. Remember that accepting the new version of you can be most difficult for family members who remember the old you, but you're under no obligation to fulfill a role that no longer suits you. Be courageous in being the best, healthiest version of yourself and do it with pride. Stick to the boundaries that keep your mental health in check. It's OK to put yourself first. They'll eventually catch up!!