When do you see a result?

If you said or thought, after an action occurs, then you’re correct.

But how long after an action is taken to do you see a result?

Well, that depends on the result you’re looking for.

If you take step, then you’ll move forward. Action, result. It happens quickly.

The one thing all results have in common is that they’re lagging indicators. A lagging indicator is a fancy economical term that essentially says that there is an observable or measurable factor that changes or is correlated to an economical or financial event.

Now the challenge with results being lagging indicators is that most major changes in your life happen incrementally. This means you must stick with an action long enough before you see the results. And this is where most people give up on change. They think the actions they’re taking are in vain because the results aren’t readily noticeable. But if you go back to the basic principles of physics then you’ll remember that there can be no action without a reaction.

When you’re seeking to make a change in your life, you must be willing to wade through the mire of uncertainty long enough before you begin to see the results of the change you’re making. A good example of this is that when you first start working out, you don’t walk into a gym with muscles, your muscles develop after spending time in the gym.

So, the next time you’re thinking about making a change in your life, especially a major one, keep in mind that the results you’re looking for might not show up for a while. Have faith in knowing that your actions aren’t going unnoticed and that although they’re lagging, eventually you will begin to see results.

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