4. FOCUS – During Jimmy’s off season workouts, he and his friends rented a house with no cable or Internet, so that when they got bored they would head to the gym and work out; staying focused on the task at hand. When asked about the looming prospect of a big contract, Butler responded that he doesn’t really pay attention to money, he just loves the game, and that he grew up without it and can manage with the money he has now. Limit distractions and know what your time wasting triggers are so that you can stay on task, focusing on doing the work … the rest will take care of its self. “Time is Illmatic” –Nas
