Most people are too busy running to stop and ask: Where am I actually going?

If you’re a CEO or business leader, you’re used to the hustle. There’s always another decision, another meeting, another fire to put out. But the people who truly scale—who make 10X leaps instead of grinding for incremental gains—do something different.

They pause. They take time to reflect on the moments that changed everything—the decisions, insights, and shifts that set them on a bigger trajectory.

Recently, I had the opportunity to do this exercise with other Metronomics Coaches, using insights from Dan Sullivan and Dr. Ben Hardy’s 10X Is Easier Than 2X framework.

It was powerful. It was humbling. And it reinforced a key truth:

What got you here won’t get you there.

You don’t need to work harder—you need to spot the patterns of success that already exist in your journey. That’s where your next 10X move comes from.

What Is a 10X Moment?

A 10X moment is any time you made a decision, took action, or had an insight that significantly elevated your trajectory—in your business, leadership, or life. It’s when you stepped up, leveled up, and things started moving in a way they hadn’t before.

Your 10X Moments Might Look Like:

• A tough decision you made that positioned your company for growth, even when it felt risky.
• A time you pivoted—and in hindsight, it was exactly the right call.
• The moment you realized a key hire (or fire) changed everything.
• When your team finally clicked—and execution became effortless.
• The shift from working in the business to working on the business.

When was the last time you stopped to recognize your 10X moments?

What 10X Reflection Teaches Us

Every time I do this exercise, a few key insights stand out:

• You’ve already played bigger than you give yourself credit for. Growth can feel slow, but when you look back, you see just how far you’ve come.
• Your biggest breakthroughs didn’t happen by accident. There’s a pattern to your success—your unique way of thinking, making decisions, and leading your team.
• Most 10X moments come from working on the business, not in it. You made your biggest jumps when you stepped back and gave yourself time to think strategically.

How to Make This Happen: 3 Simple Actions

1. Set Aside Time to Reflect

Block time in your calendar. Grab a notebook or a whiteboard and ask yourself:

• What were my biggest 10X moments in the last 12 months?
• What decisions, actions, or mindset shifts got me there?
• What did I learn from those moments that can help me drive my next 10X move?

📌 Listen to our podcast with Metronomics Coaches Ged Roberts and Stuart Wachs as they break down the 10X Is Easier Than 2X framework and how CEOs can apply it.

2. Share with Your Leadership Team

At your next meeting, challenge your team to do this same reflection.

• What were their 10X moments?
• What patterns emerge?

This not only builds confidence—it sharpens decision-making for the future.

3. Decide on Your Next 10X Move

Use your insights to answer one big question:

• Where is our next 10X growth opportunity?

Identify one bold move you can commit to now.

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The Few Big Moves

When you go big enough, there are only a few key ways to get there—and there are things you’ll have to let go of along the way. Identify what those few key moves are, and be clear on what no longer serves your growth.

 📌 Read: How to Set a Winning 3HAG to see how top CEOs create a clear, achievable strategy for long-term success.

Your Next 10X Move Is Waiting. Let’s Go.

The leaders who pause, reflect, and identify their biggest growth moments are the ones who keep achieving at the highest level. Don’t miss this opportunity to turn past success into future momentum.

At Tip Top 2024, Ben Hardy challenged everyone to take their BHAG and turn it into a 3HAG—bringing bold visions into actionable reality.

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