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Take an inventory of the people in your life. On a piece of paper, on the left side, put "adds value." On the right side, put "subtracts value." Then ask the hard question of why you're spending time with people on the right. Really explore why they are in your life. Then identify three people who can elevate you--and make a plan to meet as soon as possible.

When you keep giving a message to a person who isn't getting it, take a step back and adjust your approach. Saying the same things over and over likely won't work.

It's up to you to keep trying different approaches to make someone "see the light." It could be a book, a movie, or someone other than you needs to deliver the message. Also understand that not everyone is open to change, and you can burn a lot of time trying to change someone who isn't ready.

Oprah Winfrey said, "“A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself.” Are you that person to others? Have you found someone who is that person to you?

Your move depends on the answers to the above statements. Are others better off because of you? Being able to point to tangible success of those you've mentored gives you the moral authority to lead and recruit.

The Art of Seduction by Robert Greene. You know how much I love Robert Greene's books. I recommended this book to a leader who is all logic and refuses to speak the dream language.

Read the book or watch my interview with Robert Greene on the Laws of Human Nature. Have the awareness to change your approach based on the person you are leading.

Market corrections. I understand a lot of people are in pain right now, making it hard to see opportunities. Times like these force you to be patient, discipline, and focused on long-term thinking.

Stop working so hard IN the business and work ON the business. Take the time to step away so you can plan fifteen moves ahead. Constantly putting out fires keeps you in a state of fear and doesn't give you the time or space to focus on long-term thinking.