The Daily Practice That Has Changed My Life & Income (1 Change Most People Ignore)

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Chris Do shares the singular change that revolutionized both his professional journey and personal growth. Discover how shifting your mindset can open doors to unprecedented opportunities, elevate your income, and fundamentally alter your approach to design and creativity. Chris dives into his personal story, from humble beginnings to commanding $30,000 for speaking engagements, revealing the power of belief, the importance of skill development, and the courage to embrace change. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, this video is a must-watch for anyone ready to challenge their limits and redefine their potential.
In this episode:
0:00 Intro
2:20 How To Escape Fixed Mindset
4:40 Breaking Limiting Beliefs
6:30 My Message To YOU!
7:20 Mindset Comes Before Results
10:20 Are Your Beliefs Holding You Back?
12:00 3 Common Beliefs You Need To Let Go Of
13:30 Take Action!
15:00 Outro
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[@Joehirst]

Started following and learning from Chris, Blair Enns, and David Baker. Charged my first multiple thousand dollar project after reading both Bllair and Davids books, then tens of thousands on the next project, then multiples of tens of thousands on the next... I never thought I could charge so much, my beliefs in my own value was my limiting factor.

[@thefutur]

Amazing.

[@IbbiAhmed]

Damn! GGs man. Just checked out your channel as well, good stuff :)

[@roody_io]

interesting, where do you think the big paradigm shifts originated from? idea-wise just curious if there are any key sections or chapters you might point to? def going to check the book recs out, ty.

[@MariaMeliora]

N00b here : what books are you referencing? Working on my daily supportive reading list ❤

[@Joehirst]

@@roody_io for me it was a mindset shift. Listen to Blair and David, and reading their books essentially helped me make that shift. I'd say that the largest part was my own perception and belief had to change before I could start changing my actions around that

[@LeeJeres]

👏 The ending quote 💪 “If you think I’m expensive, wait till you get the bill from someone who doesn’t know what he is doing.”

[@diana_design_co]

My professor made us all watch this video for our design class and pretty much told us, you can be the best designer in the room and it will mean NOTHING if your mindset is not geared towards success...thank you for spreading the message on this!

[@thefutur]

That is awesome! Say hi to your teacher

[@HowtoRestoreHeadlights]

Sounds like you have an amazing professor who is not only aware of what it takes to be successful BUT also knows that MINDSET MATTERS!

[@diana_design_co]

@@thefutur will do!

[@Chrisia-Queens]

When i started designing clothes 2 years ago, people told me to be affordable, otherwise not many people will buy it. I didn't listen. I started at £250 and i had some customers who told me to raise my prices. Customers travel for 2hours to come to me. Now my prices starts from £700.

[@thefutur]

Great job!

[@yahkeefdavis9265]

That is so encouraging. I’ve felt the same pressure as a jewelry designer.

[@Chrisia-Queens]

@@yahkeefdavis9265 where are you based?? If you know you're product is unique and good quality, the sky is the limit.

[@tbmadeitt]

There you go! I’m going to screenshot this and send it to my clients 👏🏾

[@angelooooooo]

so great ! may I know the name of your clothing brand ?

[@AndreasBodin]

"When the student is ready; the teacher will appear".

[@SandroCostaRomero]

I will be forever grateful with The Futur and Chris Do. I went from not believing in anything and living in a dirt roaded neighbourhood to being the head of UX of Disney LATAM Ecommerce. I read those books, asked more questions, and believed that I was more than I thought. I know, I know, I owe you my 10% for this education. I will repay you someday I swear!

[@thefutur]

Thank you and congrats Sandro!

[@julianhunger2721]

Hey Sandro, what books do you recommend for a beginner?

[@Eureka.Alphonso]

It's like the algorithm wants me to succeed, showing me random videos with the same message. Crazy! Thanks Chris for being so candid.

[@thefutur]

My pleasure

[@vcat417]

I went up on my price several times because of what I learned from you. Same kind of curiosity , how high can I go. First raises didn’t affect my clients number, showing I wasn’t charging enough. I learned about that time that in my one man crew the worker was getting paid well but the business owner , advertiser, accountant, driver/estimator was getting paid NONE. I finally got to the point where my customers often tell me that my job bids are higher than others . So now(!) I can proudly tell them back that “I’m worth it”. Not to my surprise people reply “that’s what I heard” to that . And then we make the deal. People wanna be sure before they sign up.. and willing to pay extra for that. That’s how I feel about it now. I used to feel sorry for charging “too much”.

[@kevji]

perfectionism is the attachment to an old identity stuck in the belief of "I'm not good-enough." True creative freedom happens when you shift your operating system perfect ---> a masterpiece and a work in progress. This way you climb the first and second mountains of 'success' simultaneously.

[@Andrew_Lewis01]

Chris, I am not even in your industry and yet the more I listen to you the less it is about the industry. You speak truth and I appreciate you sharing.

[@thefutur]

Thank you. I think some of what I say transcends industry.

[@lukadoncic6159]

@@thefutur so do i, love it from Indonesia 😇

[@ffrnando4388]

Yes sir , I own a cleaning company and all of his advice I have been able to apply in one way or another

[@riyandreams]

Everyone starts from 0, but we don't see that on the internet. Most people don't share their sufferings.

[@thelifewithnate]

Reminds me of what Alex Hormzi said with his current popularity compared to five years ago. Mad lad was posting videos and podcasts for five years before everything took off for him. That concept is still what I am struggling with lol.

[@JoeySaada]

Maybe because it's hard, and sometimes it's useless because you may not understand or fathom the circumstances this personay be in. For me I may say and share what is standing between me and success because I'm not in a country that give you the opportunity to be successful, like the success we see online, or my dreams, I may be a successful person but there is a limit to my success, and it's geographic limit. Sorry if my words are not 100% detailed but this is a bit of my story.

[@PhoYourEyesOnly]

I feel like I’m starting from less then zero as I’m in the process of changing the direction of my channel. Ready to put in the time though✊🫡 🍜👀👌

[@SincerelyVIIProductions]

How could a person who just started photography and videography show you? Show you My crappy work?😂

[@digimuz01]

I share it on my IG but no one cares bro. People only care after you've made it

[@TokenArtist]

Deeply believe in yourself and others will begin to believe in you the same way. It's taken me 4 years of trying, wavering, doubting my art to let go of that attitude and ignore people's warnings about what I should or shouldn't do. I went full time this month. Now art pays my bills.

[@AskPiaAkashic]

Chris you're the proof that it's not about the money. Thank you for your creativity, intelligence and grace.

[@thefutur]

Thank you 🙏

[@GavinDavidson]

For those experiencing self limiting beliefs: for one week, write down every self limiting thought you have, at the end of the week, read it out loud to someone, not to yourself, this is important. You will be shocked.

[@benyawarath]

Love the mindsets and stories! Just like what Henry Ford said: "Whether you think you can or think you can't, you are right." Thank you, Chris, for sharing!

[@UnderThePinesPodcast]

I recently started with my podcast. 14 guests so far. 10episodes uploaded. Very few views on the long format. The shorts get more. If i wouldnt have the mindset to grow this to 100k views per episode, i most probably would have stopped recording already. So true what you say in this video: we have to build up a solid belief system and then push through, othewise we will not get out on top. Thank you for your content ❤️‍🔥

[@johntitor3237]

U got this bro u da next tiktok messiah tell them creators how it is 🙌🙏

[@adambowman6401]

Best 15min advice to replay weekly

[@MikelangeloPhoto]

a "mindset problem"... that's a new phrase I think through a lot now... Thanks.

[@kgeo753]

Chris, thank you for saying that your greatest advantage is living in the United States. No one appreciates the privileges and opportunities of this country like immigrants do. I hope people, especially young people, come to realize how they're being manipulated by all forms of media to think negatively about themselves and the nation. The U.S. is not without faults but among all of the nations of the world, it is unique in its diversity and level of opportunity. Thank you.

[@art4anj]

Reminds me of SELF-LIMITING BELIEFS that my dad told me and taught me about. Half of the battle is BELIEVING he reminds me when I experience self-doubt

[@pitchycastle]

absolutely!! and self doubt leads also to self sabotage

[@brightcommstrinidad5706]

This video is about to making me to overcome my toxic relationship ❤thanks

[@realtimfrancis]

I think about The 7 Pillars: 1. Skillset 2. Mindset 3. Coaching 4. Community 5. Tools 6. Strategy 7. Environment The 7 Pillars, by Tim Francis

[@thedesignergamer]

When entering the UPS Small Biz challenge, I had to answer the question: What makes you and your business unstoppable? Part of my answer was "Success is inevitable if you refuse to give up". I'm trying to change my situation. It's a slow but deliberate process. I think I'm ready to start getting clients. I feel the procrastination bug creeping up on me. I think it would be helpful to come up with a step by step process I can follow. I have to stay active.

[@maxrainwater]

Keep preaching it, Chris. Here since the 2016 podcasting days; now on the "giving away value for 5 years" plan.

[@solusman8200]

For me it was after working for a fashion designer that charges prices I could never imagine charging myself, for quality lower than what I know I can make. He grew so much in 1 year of me working for him. Then I started to feel more confident (& justified) in charging more for my own clothes

[@onetruecalling]

Creating a change in belief is no small task because the problem habits or mindset is often invisible to us.

[@mannya_realtor]

We need to change from having a scarcity mindset to having an abundance mindset. 🙏🏾 Have a curious and open mind.

[@CarolinaDrake]

Whether you think you can or think you can’t. You’re right. Love this Chris. Immigrant here too. Blessed for the opportunity to manifest the opportunities to serve millions to make millions. Thank you 🙏

[@tedereTSSK]

Keep the repeat button turned on. It's worth another listen. And another. And another.

[@hollowedboi5937]

I’m not there. But I believe what you say is true. I have no idea what I am capable of. And I’ll never find out if I don’t try. And it can be scary, but just because there is a fear or phobia doesn’t mean I can’t try it out. Good notes 1. You can do it but I can’t 2. We can do it tmmr 3. I’m not prepared yet Failure and Bafoonery is the cost of entry to succeeding in life. “Ok I don’t understand it, I don’t have a perfect plan, but I think I’m capable of doing it, I’m not totally on it but I’m gonna do it.”

[@thefutur]

Just try.

[@marcus.isa.g]

so timely. so wise. so generous.

[@walking.phoenix]

Solid. Thank you Chris for continuing to share truth and remind us what it takes to push past our fear and step into our future.

[@leilanisoon]

Aloha e Chris Ge, thank you for sharing all of these diamonds! You are SO inspirational and giving each one of us hope! My dad is a graphic designer and so is my sister; you are sharing so much truth and we are so honored and blessed to learn from you 🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻🌺

[@kyu161]

Thank you, Chris! I've been following you for about 6 years and I can't fathom that people are calling you a scammer! I have taken a lot of your advice to heart and I have seen my creative career and financial position increase 6 fold. Seriously! You give so much to our community and I can't thank you enough for all that you share.

[@thefutur]

Appreciate you

[@will-la]

Thank you Chris. Great message. Keep the videos coming

[@williamjobson3092]

The most important message for me, and I think, so many of us. Thank you.

[@the.incubator.mastermind]

Well done Chris …. This is the strongest explanation to date … love the challenge and the stretch …

[@Nonshillnot]

3:35 is always a very humbling realization. A lot of us complain so much when we have everything at our fingertips here in America. I used to be homeless. Now, I don’t worry about the bill when we go out to eat. 😊

[@whyteryan]

Thanks, Chris and your team for sharing knowledge, wisdom and good vibes. ♾️🙌

[@alessandromedeirosclementi5422]

Chris, thank you so much for sharing this insightful video. Your advice on improving life and income through intentional daily habits is invaluable. Keep up the amazing work!

[@BlackBoxStudiosGh]

Every chapter is determined by you, wow that really broke my chains and removed my fears. Honest to God, your a King!

[@genielycruz485]

Truly grateful for you Chris

[@Widlomaa]

Absolutely LOVE this video!

[@abdul-UIUX]

Chris, your unwavering courage is a guiding light whenever I venture into new endeavors in life. Sending you lots of love and respect.

[@thefutur]

Thank you 🙏

[@soniavanhecke]

Chris, you are amazing. I discovered you recently, and I am so enlightened by what you say. You are so genuine and sincere. Thank you for speaking life into all that hear you. May God continue you to bless you abundantly ❤

[@lorenzobrandimarte1427]

Thank you for the video! I have many fixed beliefs, but I want to work on them 🙌

[@ruthlamich6640]

so true- design is something gold made from nothing just by creativity. You need to step out of your mindset for it, why not for simple calculation…

[@garyaugustin6993]

What you are saying could not be more true. Surely it is all about the mindset and confidence.

[@maurocerino5600]

OMG Chris. I've deal with fixed mindset for a looong time (perfectionism mode) and a couple more of years acknowledging it but being unable to change. It was one of the things to work this year and you have just unlocked my fixed mindset with this video. It just clicked in my mind Still have a long work to do, but the click of the closed padlock it's done Thank you so much

[@thefutur]

Glad to hear

[@beverlyvega561]

Downloaded this video to keep me reminded.

[@Jo-AnnaMorris]

Fantastic video 🎉🎉 thank you Chris Do!!! 🤩

[@thefutur]

My pleasure!!

[@sirenblog2583]

Thank for sharing your story and basis of mindset ❤ Eye opening!

[@khoile4477]

Love the wisdom Chris, so bless to grow up in America

[@suzywilson]

Yes, Sir! Loud and clear 🎉❤

[@dirgaprimadian9762]

Thank you Chris!

[@ryananderson1887]

Man I have loved your videos so far. I'm on my journey creating a fragrance brand and have some great mentors. But these videos on in the background while I've been doing my creative work has been enjoyable to soak in.

[@pierre-julienpeyroux26]

so positive thank you for this , many of us keep on doing self sabotage and / or keep stuck in a limited mindset. 'just be opened to it' is so positive and lightweight / low pressure. try and see. push forward

[@shrenik13]

Do you know the beauty of listening to you gives me the same vibe as i get when I pray to God. It may sound spiritual to others but yes with your honesty and clarity, chris you have always been loyal towards truth.

[@guillermovillarreal2311]

You hit the nail right in the coffin. This is my problem now, I been feeling stuck but I do knowledge myself doing everything you mentioned. but IM READY! Thanks Chris

[@mimbarwisnu1195]

Thank you, Chris. For great motivate.

[@Allthebest1010]

Much love to ya, Chris. Keep up the ever-great work.

[@MortgagesandMoneyMatters]

Thank you Chris I needed to hear this today. Enough is enough I'm getting out of my comfort zone and getting out of my own way TODAY so I can grow. Thank you :).

[@swarupkbagul4177]

Simply thanks 🙏🏻⭐️🙌🏼

[@fiore_adriano]

Currently reading the book Psycho-Cybernetics and working on my self image and self belief. This is the route of it all!

[@jt-ru8yb]

Chris summed up everything so well at the end.

[@DiegoRodriguez-mj1gb]

Thank you for sharing this

[@RodrigoKormann]

Great "talk" as usual! Thank you for sharing the story about your life, your experiences. I've been struggling with burnout, poster syndrome, anxiety, procrastination, you name it! And it's hard to break the chain...this cycle. So good people appeared on my feed and you too..... so it helps me to hear different opinions and personal experiences about these topics. I've already known you for ages and it's nice to see you doing this great and free content. Have a great PS.: What headphone do you use? I started to use glasses the last couple of years and it hurts a lot wearing them while using a headphone.

[@StevenDiLeo]

I’m completely open, I’ve put a lot of time into dissolving my ego. I don’t need perfectionism, I don’t have self doubt, I’ve been going at this for 20 years and still haven’t seen the success I know I deserve, and I’ll go another 20 if that’s what it takes ❤

[@drazapatos]

Chris!!! I thank you so much. Because of you, I started to love sales and marketing.. It is obvious you are an educator and a very good one if not the best out there. Thanks for everything. I've read all the books you suggested and it helped me tremendously. I am now saving to attend one of your workshops and and gladly pay you for it.

[@thefutur]

I appreciate that!

[@The_Logo_Chief_Priest]

Thank you for sharing this Chris. Everything You said actually works.🖤🧡

[@DonGiannatti]

Dude, you are a breath of fresh air. This is what young people need so much more of.

[@thefutur]

Thank you

[@jafrasar1]

Definitely, especially in the fast-changing economy and how technology is changing the landscape.

[@ScottEllisDigitalMacGyver]

Chis love your content as always. I can concur I grew up in a small rural town in Montana to now run my own successful agency and have had a long career that I have enjoyed. I feel that your mindset and your willingness to learn from adversity can shape you into a very successful person. Both in business and personally, it is all about what you take away and what you let push you down. In my signature line I have used "Keep Moving Forward" for now 15 years, something I took away from Walt Disney.

[@muazmdhassan3487]

Terima kasih Chris! from Malaysia 🙏🏻

[@design_with_dana]

Incredibly inspirational! 🥺

[@propertyfinancemodels]

love you, thank you for this!

[@JustPerfectDesigns]

Thank you Chris 🙇‍♂️🙇

[@bridgetteswenson52]

Thanks for sharing Chris!! Great video!!

[@deksonedmund6641]

Thank You

[@MuhammadHammad-vv8uz]

When i see chris video, i thought: Nothing is better than that video❤

[@thefutur]

Thank you

[@Skycers]

The statement at 12:49 is incredibly impactful, hits hard!

[@melissaloh4863]

You're so awesome, Chris! Thank you

[@thefutur]

Thank you 🙏

[@erickjoneschaos]

Ok, I will try 👍

[@shreyashrestha186]

Having a mentor like you that would be the biggest privilege for me.

[@agustina0110]

thanks! 🤝

[@haydenwilsonx]

Yes brother!

[@orangetreeapril7050]

Love your content as usual. THANK YOU for being YOU. By the way, whoever made this video is really killing it!

[@thefutur]

That’s Mo & Team

[@exciteexcellence]

Great information. Thanks for sharing.

[@rohandesigner]

Ah! This video came just in the right time :) WOW

[@Lifes1BeautifulRide]

So good!

[@andrew-lt3lg]

those bumps in the road is what we need to hear to help us get through our bumps and to solved them. for me anyway. thanks for your insight. im in the beginning steps of my journey to becoming successful. a little late start but better late than never

[@LeslieNicole]

While I know these ideas, it was great to hear it today. I’m about to make a huge life change and this morning I was feeling fear. I wrote in my journal that this change hinges on if I can be the person I need to be to make it work. I am still struggling with wanting to hold on to what is not working but feels safe. Thanks for helping me reconnect with my higher self this morning.

[@thefutur]

Ask your manager. What would be the most valuable contribution to the company that I could work on? And if by achieving this, would you consider giving me a salary increase?

[@ufarmvideo]

Just Thank You

[@user-np3zw2rl8y]

Thank you Chris.

[@thefutur]

Very welcome

[@zeitakulobusta9708]

Do sensei leading the horses to water haha....don't worry, some of us are drinking! Not all of us are here because we haven't started taking the steps...it's good to re-hear, reflect, refocus....a bit like journaling maybe, the chance to reflect and internalize. Anyway, huge respect and gratitude sir!

[@spencore]

one of your best videos! Thank you!!

[@thefutur]

Wow, thank you!

[@matttanner3562]

One of the most inspiational, truthful and transformational videos I have ever watched

[@thefutur]

Thank you 🙏

[@Opulence64]

Is it true thay Chris is 52 years old. I cannot believe it. He looks like late 20s, early 30s

[@thefutur]

I am 52. Thank you.

[@chubacabra88]

But he wise like he's 100 😅

[@user-ll6jx1ks2u]

Great video! Reminds me of some of the Tony Robins teachings.

[@user-fk2tf6pg3r]

Fuc…. Fantastic, I love every video! Thank you for being so candid and sharing your experience. You and your team are doing amazing work. Keep it up😁

[@thefutur]

Our pleasure!

[@sniitzel]

"Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." is one of my favorite quotes. I know I want to be a successful designer, but am I behaving like one? Am I behaving like the person I want to become?