Business By Hormozi #283: Why You Become Like the People You Want to Impress

The Power of Who You Want to Impress

Mark had always been fascinated by the success of his favorite entrepreneurs. He admired their achievements, their confidence, and their wealth. But despite following their advice, he found himself stuck in the same place for years. Why wasn’t he moving forward?

One day, his mentor, Rachel, who had been in the business for decades, gave him some crucial advice that shifted his perspective entirely:“You don’t become like the people you admire. You become like the people you want to impress.”

That simple statement was a game-changer for Mark. He had been trying to copy the behavior of the people he admired, but the real secret to growth wasn’t imitation—it was about influencing the right people and impressing others who mattered to him.

The Hidden Trap of Admiration

Mark realized that by admiring others too much, he had been losing focus on his goals. He had been trying to mold himself into what others had already achieved, which only led to frustration and stagnation. The admiration didn’t push him forward; it kept him stuck.

Instead, Rachel explained, “When you focus on impressing others, you start to make decisions and take actions that align with what truly matters to you. It forces you to step out of your comfort zone and embrace new challenges.”

How Focusing on Impressions Changed Everything

Inspired by this shift, Mark began to reframe his actions. Instead of idolizing successful people, he focused on how he could impress the people he respected most—whether it was potential clients, business partners, or people within his industry.

The change wasn’t immediate. At first, Mark felt uncomfortable. But the more he worked to impress others, the more his decisions became bold, strategic, and focused on his own goals.

Mark didn’t just mimic others’ behaviors; he took calculated risks and pushed himself in ways that were necessary for growth. Whether it was making tough business decisions, taking leadership roles in projects, or speaking at events, he wasn’t doing it to copy someone else. He was doing it to impress others and prove his value in his own way.

The Impact of Impressing the Right People

Months passed, and Mark started noticing a shift. His peers began noticing his growth, his leadership, and his ability to take decisive actions. The respect he wanted from others started to materialize. He found himself in rooms with influential people, gaining opportunities he had never imagined.

By constantly striving to impress others, Mark’s reputation grew, and his business began thriving. The more he focused on impressing the right people, the more success and recognition followed.

The Importance of Who You Want to Impress

Ultimately, Mark’s journey proved that the path to success isn’t about emulating others. It’s about impressing those who matter and constantly pushing yourself to become the version of yourself that earns respect and trust.

You don’t become like the people you admire; you become like the people you choose to impress.

Moral: "You don’t become like the people you admire. You become like the people you want to impress."