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Why can't I focus when I need to? 

Here are my GO-TO FOCUS HABITS for regaining my focus when I feel overwhelmed or distracted.

Ever sit down to get things done, only to find your mind scattered and your focus slipping away? 

Feeling overwhelmed and distracted is something we all face, but learning how to focus and regain focus when it matters most can completely change how you work, think, and live.

In this video, I share my personal experience with losing focus and the simple mindset shifts that helped me turn it around. 

If you’ve ever caught yourself wondering, “Why can’t I focus?” or felt stuck in that loop of overthinking and procrastination, then I believe you may find a few of my tips very helpful. 

Whether you’re trying to improve focus, rebuild momentum, or learn how to stay focused when life gets chaotic, this video will help you reconnect with clarity and calm so you can retake control.

If you’re on a journey of personal growth, learning how to manage your energy and attention is one of the most powerful steps you can take. 

Watch to discover how regaining focus isn’t about forcing productivity, it’s about understanding yourself and mastering the moments that matter most.

⏰ Timestamps

0:00 - Why can’t I focus when I need to?
0:26 - When overwhelm takes over
1:08 - Regaining focus starts here
1:52 - How to clear mental clutter
2:40 - Building momentum and staying focused
3:26 - 4: Protecting your focus from distractions
4:13 - Re-centering when you can’t focus
4:42 - The mindset shift that frees you 
5:29 - Final thoughts on how to stay focused

📚 Grab a copy of my book (for free)

Download a copy of my book, Cracking The Millionaires Code, my story of how I went from rock bottom to making my first million dollars in two years, the first step I took that changed everything for me, and a powerful formula I developed to help anyone take that first step:Download ➔ https://jimmathers.com/cracking-the-millionaires-code-ebook/

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Lastly, I want to thank you for watching this video. 

I hope you find it inspiring and helpful. 

Love, 
Jim

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Why can't I focus when I need to?

Here are my GO-TO FOCUS HABITS for regaining my focus when I feel overwhelmed or distracted.

Ever sit down to get things done, only to find your mind scattered and your focus slipping away?

Feeling overwhelmed and distracted is something we all face, but learning how to focus and regain focus when it matters most can completely change how you work, think, and live.

In this video, I share my personal experience with losing focus and the simple mindset shifts that helped me turn it around.

If you’ve ever caught yourself wondering, “Why can’t I focus?” or felt stuck in that loop of overthinking and procrastination, then I believe you may find a few of my tips very helpful.

Whether you’re trying to improve focus, rebuild momentum, or learn how to stay focused when life gets chaotic, this video will help you reconnect with clarity and calm so you can retake control.

If you’re on a journey of personal growth, learning how to manage your energy and attention is one of the most powerful steps you can take.

Watch to discover how regaining focus isn’t about forcing productivity, it’s about understanding yourself and mastering the moments that matter most.

⏰ Timestamps

0:00 - Why can’t I focus when I need to?
0:26 - When overwhelm takes over
1:08 - Regaining focus starts here
1:52 - How to clear mental clutter
2:40 - Building momentum and staying focused
3:26 - 4: Protecting your focus from distractions
4:13 - Re-centering when you can’t focus
4:42 - The mindset shift that frees you
5:29 - Final thoughts on how to stay focused

📚 Grab a copy of my book (for free)

Download a copy of my book, Cracking The Millionaires Code, my story of how I went from rock bottom to making my first million dollars in two years, the first step I took that changed everything for me, and a powerful formula I developed to help anyone take that first step:Download ➔ https://jimmathers.com/cracking-the-millionaires-code-ebook/

📱 Follow me on social media for daily videos

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💡 Get weekly insights

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Lastly, I want to thank you for watching this video.

I hope you find it inspiring and helpful.

Love,
Jim

#personalgrwoth #motivationalvideo #mindsetmastery #becomingamillionaire

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Why Can't I Focus When I Need To?

Jim Mathers 17 hours ago

What is the easiest way to build self-confidence?

Many of us struggle with confidence at some point. If you're feeling like your self-worth has taken a hit, or you're just not showing up with the self-confidence you know you’re capable of, then know this: 

Confidence is a skill. It can be learned, built, regained, and strengthened over time with the right tools and mindset. 

In this video, I’ll walk you through 3 proven ways to build self-confidence that have helped me and thousands of others not only boost self-trust, but also overcome fear, break out of the comfort zone, and start living life with more clarity and purpose.

So, whether you’re trying to figure out how to build confidence after failure or you’ve just never really had that inner voice that says “you’ve got this,” these simple yet powerful strategies will give you a fresh start to real, actionable confidence building that works.

What you'll learn:

🧨 Why most people sabotage their confidence, before they even start
🌀 How your comfort zone is quietly stealing your self-confidence
🛠️ Why confidence is a skill, not a gift — and how to develop it
🧘 Powerful visualization techniques to train your mind for success
🧱 How to build confidence so you can take bold action — even when it’s hard
🧠 The exact mindset shifts that helped me stop second-guessing myself

Remember, building self-confidence isn’t about being loud or fearless; it’s about self-trust, taking small courageous steps, and realizing your self-worth is not based on past mistakes.

⏰ Timestamps

0:00 - Introduction to building confidence 
0:16 - Building self-confidence is easier than you may think
0:35 - I used to constantly double myself 
0:57 - Why you should watch this video 
1:10 - Why most people never reach their full potential
1:21 - What happens when you don’t believe in yourself
1:51 - What happens when you build self confidence?
2:05 - The first step to build self confidence
2:42 - The second step to improving your confidence
3:48 - A visualization technique to build confidence 
4:29 - What to do when you have negative thoughts
4:48 - If you believe you can, you will

📚 Grab a copy of my book (for free)

Download a copy of my book, Cracking The Millionaires Code, my story of how I went from rock bottom to making my first million dollars in two years, the first step I took that changed everything for me, and a powerful formula I developed to help anyone take that first step:

Download ➔ https://jimmathers.com/cracking-the-millionaires-code-ebook/

📱 Follow me on social media for daily videos

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💡 Get weekly insights

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Lastly, I want to thank you for watching this video. 

I hope you find it inspiring and helpful. 

Love, 
Jim

#selfconfidence #confidencebuilding #buildconfidence #overcomefear #selfworth

What is the easiest way to build self-confidence?

Many of us struggle with confidence at some point. If you're feeling like your self-worth has taken a hit, or you're just not showing up with the self-confidence you know you’re capable of, then know this:

Confidence is a skill. It can be learned, built, regained, and strengthened over time with the right tools and mindset.

In this video, I’ll walk you through 3 proven ways to build self-confidence that have helped me and thousands of others not only boost self-trust, but also overcome fear, break out of the comfort zone, and start living life with more clarity and purpose.

So, whether you’re trying to figure out how to build confidence after failure or you’ve just never really had that inner voice that says “you’ve got this,” these simple yet powerful strategies will give you a fresh start to real, actionable confidence building that works.

What you'll learn:

🧨 Why most people sabotage their confidence, before they even start
🌀 How your comfort zone is quietly stealing your self-confidence
🛠️ Why confidence is a skill, not a gift — and how to develop it
🧘 Powerful visualization techniques to train your mind for success
🧱 How to build confidence so you can take bold action — even when it’s hard
🧠 The exact mindset shifts that helped me stop second-guessing myself

Remember, building self-confidence isn’t about being loud or fearless; it’s about self-trust, taking small courageous steps, and realizing your self-worth is not based on past mistakes.

⏰ Timestamps

0:00 - Introduction to building confidence
0:16 - Building self-confidence is easier than you may think
0:35 - I used to constantly double myself
0:57 - Why you should watch this video
1:10 - Why most people never reach their full potential
1:21 - What happens when you don’t believe in yourself
1:51 - What happens when you build self confidence?
2:05 - The first step to build self confidence
2:42 - The second step to improving your confidence
3:48 - A visualization technique to build confidence
4:29 - What to do when you have negative thoughts
4:48 - If you believe you can, you will

📚 Grab a copy of my book (for free)

Download a copy of my book, Cracking The Millionaires Code, my story of how I went from rock bottom to making my first million dollars in two years, the first step I took that changed everything for me, and a powerful formula I developed to help anyone take that first step:

Download ➔ https://jimmathers.com/cracking-the-millionaires-code-ebook/

📱 Follow me on social media for daily videos

Instagram ➔ https://www.instagram.com/thejimmathers/
Facebook ➔ https://facebook.com/jmathers83
TikTok ➔ https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmathers
LinkedIn ➔ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-mathers-9051271/

💡 Get weekly insights

Visit my website and subscribe to my newsletter to receive weekly articles:

Website ➔ https://jimmathers.com/

Lastly, I want to thank you for watching this video.

I hope you find it inspiring and helpful.

Love,
Jim

#selfconfidence #confidencebuilding #buildconfidence #overcomefear #selfworth

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3 Proven Ways to Build Self Confidence

Jim Mathers October 9, 2025 6:53 pm

Self-improvement starts with understanding why 90% of entrepreneurs give up—and how you can be different. In this motivational video, I reveal the real reason most business owners fail and the powerful growth mindset shift that helped me go from rock bottom to building a million-dollar business.

Most entrepreneurs quit because they lack the right mindset when facing challenges. But here's what I learned through my own journey: staying positive isn't about ignoring problems—it's about developing the mental resilience that separates winners from quitters.

In this entrepreneur motivation video, you'll discover:

💥 Why most people give up on their business dreams
🧠 The secret mindset that keeps successful entrepreneurs going
✨ 5 practical self-improvement strategies to stay positive during challenging times
🔄 How to reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth mindset development
📖 Real examples from my own business journey

Whether you're just starting your entrepreneurship journey or you've been struggling to push through obstacles, this motivational speech will give you the tools to keep moving forward when others quit.

Remember: setbacks are setups for comebacks. Your success habits and personal development matter more than your circumstances.

⏰ Video Chapters:

0:12 - What you will learn in this video
0:18 - Introduction 
0:38 - Entrepreneur stats and figures
1:00 - Why most entrepreneurs give up
1:28 - My secret weapon to overcome any obstacle
1:49 - One of the most important mindsets you can have
1:59 - 5 Practical steps to personal development and self-improvement 
2:02 - Step 1: How to deal with any setback
2:22 - Step 2: One major influence on your mindset and success
2:41 - Step 3: Do this one thing daily to help yourself overcome challenges
2:58 - Step 4: How to break down a BIG GOAL
3:16 - Step 5: One thing you may be doing that hinders your personal growth
3:32 - A personal example of how I overcame a major setback
4:12 - The difference between success and failure as an entrepreneur
4:30 - My free gift to you! 

📚 Learn How I Became a Millionaire and How You Can Too:

Download your free copy of my new book, Cracking The Millionaire Code. In this book, I reveal how I went from my rock bottom point to making my first million dollars in 2 short yet challenging years, the first step I took that set me on the path to success, and a formula that I developed that will help anyone take and follow that first step: 

Free Download ➔ https://jimmathers.com/cracking-the-millionaires-code-ebook/

📱 Follow me on social media for daily videos:

Instagram ➔ https://www.instagram.com/thejimmathers/
Facebook ➔ https://facebook.com/jmathers83
TikTok ➔ https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmathers
LinkedIn ➔ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-mathers-9051271/

✅ More free stuff:

If you found this video helpful, visit my website where I post weekly articles and offer free courses:

Website ➔  https://jimmathers.com/

Lastly, I want to thank you for watching this video. 

I hope you find it inspiring and helpful. 

Love, 
Jim


#SelfImprovement #GrowthMindset #EntrepreneurMotivation #MotivationalVideo #BusinessSuccess #PersonalDevelopment #SuccessHabits #Entrepreneurship #Mindset #MotivationalSpeech

Self-improvement starts with understanding why 90% of entrepreneurs give up—and how you can be different. In this motivational video, I reveal the real reason most business owners fail and the powerful growth mindset shift that helped me go from rock bottom to building a million-dollar business.

Most entrepreneurs quit because they lack the right mindset when facing challenges. But here's what I learned through my own journey: staying positive isn't about ignoring problems—it's about developing the mental resilience that separates winners from quitters.

In this entrepreneur motivation video, you'll discover:

💥 Why most people give up on their business dreams
🧠 The secret mindset that keeps successful entrepreneurs going
✨ 5 practical self-improvement strategies to stay positive during challenging times
🔄 How to reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth mindset development
📖 Real examples from my own business journey

Whether you're just starting your entrepreneurship journey or you've been struggling to push through obstacles, this motivational speech will give you the tools to keep moving forward when others quit.

Remember: setbacks are setups for comebacks. Your success habits and personal development matter more than your circumstances.

⏰ Video Chapters:

0:12 - What you will learn in this video
0:18 - Introduction
0:38 - Entrepreneur stats and figures
1:00 - Why most entrepreneurs give up
1:28 - My secret weapon to overcome any obstacle
1:49 - One of the most important mindsets you can have
1:59 - 5 Practical steps to personal development and self-improvement
2:02 - Step 1: How to deal with any setback
2:22 - Step 2: One major influence on your mindset and success
2:41 - Step 3: Do this one thing daily to help yourself overcome challenges
2:58 - Step 4: How to break down a BIG GOAL
3:16 - Step 5: One thing you may be doing that hinders your personal growth
3:32 - A personal example of how I overcame a major setback
4:12 - The difference between success and failure as an entrepreneur
4:30 - My free gift to you!

📚 Learn How I Became a Millionaire and How You Can Too:

Download your free copy of my new book, Cracking The Millionaire Code. In this book, I reveal how I went from my rock bottom point to making my first million dollars in 2 short yet challenging years, the first step I took that set me on the path to success, and a formula that I developed that will help anyone take and follow that first step:

Free Download ➔ https://jimmathers.com/cracking-the-millionaires-code-ebook/

📱 Follow me on social media for daily videos:

Instagram ➔ https://www.instagram.com/thejimmathers/
Facebook ➔ https://facebook.com/jmathers83
TikTok ➔ https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmathers
LinkedIn ➔ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-mathers-9051271/

✅ More free stuff:

If you found this video helpful, visit my website where I post weekly articles and offer free courses:

Website ➔ https://jimmathers.com/

Lastly, I want to thank you for watching this video.

I hope you find it inspiring and helpful.

Love,
Jim


#SelfImprovement #GrowthMindset #EntrepreneurMotivation #MotivationalVideo #BusinessSuccess #PersonalDevelopment #SuccessHabits #Entrepreneurship #Mindset #MotivationalSpeech

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Why Most Entrepreneurs Give Up (And How You Can Win)

Jim Mathers October 3, 2025 5:32 pm

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