What Happens When You Focus on Winning?

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Welcome to the latest newsletter
of Playing to Win!

My newsletter is designed specifically to help business owners like you grow your companies with tried & applied bits of business knowledge, all communicated in actionable, bite-sized chunks. I will share insights and advice aimed at enhancing your business operations, boosting your success, and allowing you to focus more on what truly matters. Let's work together to achieve your goals and make your endeavors a reality.

Key Points of the Newsletter

  • It takes the same mental energy to focus on success as it does on failure.
  • Focusing on positive outcomes helps you show up differently, attract opportunities, and create success.
  • Stop asking, "What if it falls apart?" and start asking, "What happens when it all comes together?"

What Happens When You Focus on Winning?

Have you ever caught yourself stuck in a loop of negative "what ifs"?

What if the revenue dries up?
What if no one connects with my message?
What if I can’t find enough clients?


I’ve been there, too. It’s easy to get trapped in that cycle, where every thought feels heavier than the last. But here’s the thing: it takes the exact same mental energy to think about the positive possibilities. So, why not flip the script?

What if you fine-tune your message and land three dream clients?
What if your business grows beyond what you thought was possible?


Here’s the truth: both the negative and the positive outcomes are equally likely in the present moment. The difference is where you choose to focus.

When we dwell on the negative, we give it power. We let fear, doubt, and hesitation dictate our actions—or worse, keep us from taking action altogether. But when you focus on the positive, on what could go right, you open yourself to possibilities that align with growth, success, and abundance.

This isn’t just a mindset shift; it’s a strategy. By focusing on positive outcomes, you show up differently. Your confidence grows, your message becomes clearer, and you attract the people and opportunities that move the needle.

The question isn’t, “What happens if it all falls apart?” The real question is, “What happens when it all comes together?”

So, here’s my challenge to you: the next time you catch yourself spiraling into a negative “what if,” flip it. Replace it with the most extraordinary outcome you can imagine. Write it down. Visualize it. And then take action as if it’s already happening.

Your thoughts are powerful. Use them to build the future you want.

Stay tuned for more insights in our next newsletter. Remember, it's the small adjustments that often make the biggest impact on your business's profitability. Here's to your continued success!

Stay driven to push your business forward,
Ryan Niddel