STEP 8 - PICKING THE BEST IDEAS

Now that you've completed all three exercises you should have at least a few ideas with a score of 16 or higher.

If you don't have any activities that score at least 16 then you need to do some deeper thinking. This is not an easy exercise for many people and it should not be rushed.

Think back to some of the greatest highs that you had in your life. What were you doing?

Take an afternoon off, book some time with yourself at a local coffee shop and go through the exercise again.

You need to score at least one 16 before you launch.

For each business idea that scored over 16, the next step is to learn about the industry to see if it's for you - and the fastest way to get started is through aspirational mentors.

Here's the first test to see if you're going to make it or not in the industry. It's time to get to work.

Next to each business idea I want you to commit to doing research to find an aspirational mentor - someone who has done what you're trying to do.

The research will come through the Internet and going to the library or local bookstore.

You have to spend at least 30 minutes on the Internet researching and actually make the trip to the library.