Make a Million Dollars, Move On: The Art of Letting Go

aka Merry Christmas, Dreamers and Doers!

Have the Idea: Inspiration strikes at the oddest times - over coffee, in the shower, or in the depths of a dream. That's the spark, the birth of something potentially revolutionary.

Recognize It: Not every idea is a winner, but the ones that itch at your mind, those are the ones to watch. Recognize the potential; see how it could solve a problem, fill a gap, or delight in a way nothing else does.

Fantasize It: Let your imagination run wild. Visualize the product, the service, the impact. How does it change lives, including your own? Fantasize not just the end product but the journey - the highs, the lows, the growth. This is where passion meets possibility.

Monetize It: Here's where the rubber meets the road. Turn that dream into a business plan, into a product, into revenue. It's about execution, marketing, scaling. But remember, monetization isn't just about money; it's about impact, about proving your idea's worth in the real world. This is where you make your million, not just in dollars but in influence.

Move On: And then, the art of letting go. Whether it's selling your company, stepping back from day-to-day operations, or simply deciding it's time for a new adventure, moving on is the final, crucial step. It's not abandonment; it's liberation. It's knowing when to pass the torch, to let your creation live its life while you embark on the next quest.

Real-World Examples:

• Instagram: Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger monetized their vision, then moved on to new creative endeavors after selling to Facebook, proving one success doesn't have to be the end.

• WhatsApp: Jan Koum and Brian Acton took their idea from concept to a $19 billion acquisition by Facebook, then moved on to new horizons.

The Philosophy of Detachment: Letting go isn't about loss; it's about gaining freedom, creativity, and peace. It's understanding that your worth isn't tied to one single achievement but to your ability to dream, do, and then dream again.

Action Time:

• Reflect: When was the last time you let go of something significant?

• Plan: What's your next big idea, and how will you navigate from having it to moving on from it?

• Share: Tell me in the comments about your journey of letting go or your next big dream.

Let 2025 be the year we not only create but also celebrate the art of moving on.

Here's to having ideas, achieving success, and then moving on to make history all over again.