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The Energy Bus Field Guide
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The Energy Bus Field Guide

by Jon Gordon, Amy P. Kelly
December 2017
Intermediate to advanced content levelIntermediate to advanced
144 pages
2h 35m
English
Wiley
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Rule 5Don't Waste Energy on Those Who Don't Get on Your Bus

One guy can't make your team, but one guy can break your team. Spend your time with the people putting in the hard work, and take responsibility for getting the others off the bus.

—Bill Bottoms, VP of Operations at immixGroup

Even though you invite people onto your bus, the reality exists that not everyone will want to get on. Not everyone will have the right energy and mindset or share your vision. Some may not want to go where you want to go. Some may even ruin your ride if they get on. Rule #5 states, “Don't waste energy on those who don't get on your bus.” That is not always easy, but it is completely necessary to be a successful driver. It is a commitment you must make to your positive passengers. If you invest too much energy worrying about those who do not support or believe in the vision, you'll waste energy that could be fueling your success for the road ahead.

Discover How to Avoid Wasting Energy

Answer the following questions to help you not waste your energy on those who don't get on your bus.

  1. Have I truly done everything I can to share my vision and create excitement for the road ahead? Once you can answer yes with confidence, you've taken the first step in preparing for those who won't choose to get ...
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