Reg x Steve

Summary

Steve shares a deeply personal journey of overcoming adversity, including hitting rock bottom with both his business and personal life. After almost losing hope, he found support through a transformative program. His business, once plummeting from 7 million to 1 million, is now on track to reach 3.5 million, and his personal relationships have greatly improved. Despite working long hours, Steve credits his success to showing up and committing to his growth. His story highlights resilience, the importance of support, and the power of taking responsibility for one's life.

Takeaways

• 😀 Steve had a difficult period in his life, experiencing both business and personal losses, including almost committing suicide.
• 😀 Steve found NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) through a radio ad, which sparked his curiosity and led him to join a supportive community.
• 😀 Despite initial skepticism, Steve quickly became convinced and grew fond of the team, including Rege, Matthew, and Diana, who supported him through his journey.
• 😀 Working long hours (12-hour days, six days a week) while engaging in personal development, Steve felt guilty for not fully dedicating himself to the process at the start.
• 😀 Steve experienced a profound breakthrough during a life timeline session, seeing flashes of insight and emotional release, which deeply affected him.
• 😀 Personal relationships in Steve’s life have greatly improved since joining the program. He now has a supportive and loving partner.
• 😀 Steve's business revenue dropped significantly from $7 million to $1 million before he met Rege and started working on himself.
• 😀 Despite the challenges, Steve’s business revenue has now risen to $3.5 million midway through the year, showing significant recovery and growth.
• 😀 Rege emphasizes the importance of showing up and consistently putting in the work, as many people expect a 'magic wand' solution instead of effort and dedication.
• 😀 Steve's story serves as an inspiration to others who may be struggling, showing that transformation is possible even in tough circumstances.
• 😀 The community and team support played a crucial role in Steve's recovery and success, with a focus on personal development rather than just business solutions.

Q & A

What prompted Steve to start his journey into personal development and business growth?

Steve was at a very low point in his life, having experienced the collapse of his business and personal relationship. After almost committing suicide, he answered an ad about NLP, which sparked his curiosity and led him to join the program.

How did Steve initially feel about joining the NLP program?

Steve was initially skeptical and unsure about the NLP program. It took him a while to be convinced, even though he was curious about it. Eventually, he joined and fell in love with the team and the support they provided.

What major challenges did Steve face before joining the program?

Steve faced significant challenges, including the loss of a successful business, which went from generating $7 million a year in revenue to just $1 million. He also experienced a personal relationship breakdown, making his situation even harder.

How did Steve’s life change after joining the NLP program?

After joining the NLP program, Steve's life began to improve. His personal relationship became better, and his business revenue grew from $1 million back to $3.5 million in a matter of months, even though he was still working long hours in his business.

What impact did the timeline exercise have on Steve during the program?

The timeline exercise had a profound effect on Steve, especially the second time he did it. He experienced emotional breakthroughs, with flashes of memories that deeply affected him. The exercise helped him uncover unresolved issues.

What specific moment does Steve mention as a turning point in his journey?

The specific moment Steve mentions as a turning point was when he almost committed suicide on February 1st. This devastating experience led to his involvement in the NLP program and his decision to make significant changes in his life.

How does Steve describe his personal relationship after his transformation?

Steve describes his personal relationship as being 'awesome.' He feels that his partner treats him well, and he strives to reciprocate those feelings, showing how his personal life has improved alongside his business.

What was Steve’s initial business situation when he joined the program?

When Steve joined the program, his business was in dire straits, having dropped from $7 million in annual revenue to only $1 million. He had lost many clients and employees, and his business was struggling to recover.

How does Steve feel about the time he dedicated to the program?

Steve expresses regret for not giving 100% commitment to the program, as he was also working 12-hour days, six days a week. Despite this, he acknowledges the support and growth he received through his participation.

What does Steve’s story reveal about the importance of showing up even in tough times?

Steve’s story highlights the importance of showing up consistently, even when life is difficult. Despite his challenges, he continued to engage with the program, and that commitment led to significant improvements in both his personal and professional life.