Time, money, and energy. Three currencies we all utilize to some degree every single day.
You can gain more money.
You can increase your energy.
You can’t make more time.
The Time Money Energy (TME) Equation
There’s another variable to consider, however, which is value. Before diving into value, let's first understand the TME equation by calculating the Effective Hourly Rate (EHR).
EHR = Money/Time x Energy
This equation shows that your EHR is directly impacted by the time, money, and energy you invest. The goal is to optimize these three variables to increase your EHR.
Adding Value to the Equation
How do you optimize your energy, leverage your time, and make more money as a byproduct? I've added a 'V' into the equation for Value. The new equation becomes:
EHR= Money x Value/Time x Energy
The Direct Impact of Value on Your Effective Hourly Rate (EHR)
Let's consider a real-world example to illustrate the power of increasing your Personal Value.
Before Adding Value
Imagine you're a consultant charging $100 per hour. If you work 20 hours a week, that's 80 hours a month. Your monthly earnings would be:
$100/hr x 80 hrs = $8,000
After Adding Value
Now, let's say you invest in yourself—courses, mentors, mastermind groups, etc.—and as a result, you're able to charge $250 per hour. If you work the same 80 hours a month, your new monthly earnings would be:
$250/hr x 80 hrs = $20,000
The Impact
By increasing your Personal Value, you've effectively increased your monthly earnings from $8,000 to $20,000, all while working the same number of hours. That's a 150% increase in your Effective Hourly Rate (EHR)!
How to Increase Your Personal Value
Hire mentors and coaches
Attend workshops
Read books
Follow good creators on social media
Join mastermind groups
Network
Listen to podcasts
Get more education
Leverage your personal stories, both the good and the bad
Show proof of authority with testimonies of your product or service
By focusing on increasing your Personal Value you can significantly boost your EHR, thereby making your business more profitable while optimizing your personal life. My mission is to help business owners like you 10x your EHR so that you can grow your business while spending more time at home. Check out this EHR Calculator that helps you calculate your current rate.
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