Too many people leak energy on small reactions and petty battles. That waste keeps them from serving others and from asking for what they want. My view is simple: protect your energy, direct it to service, and make bigger asks. That is how you invite more into your life and business.
“Nothing good is gonna happen when you’re acting like ‘Hey.’ You’re just wasting energy, and you need that energy. You need that energy productive and accessible to be of service so that you can ask Big of the Universe to bring everything to you.” — David Meltzer
Why Energy Matters More Than Tactics
I have coached thousands of athletes, founders, and leaders. The winners are not just skilled. They are wise with energy. They avoid drama. They avoid defensiveness. They avoid the passive “whatever” attitude that drains momentum.
Energy is the only currency we control every day. Time is fixed, but energy can expand or collapse. When it is scattered, performance drops. When it is focused, outcomes multiply.
Make Your Energy Productive and Accessible
Two words guide my day: productive and accessible. Productive means I create value. Accessible means I am available to receive and to give. Both require intention.
- Productive energy drives results that help others.
- Accessible energy keeps you open to ideas, people, and opportunities.
- Together they build trust, which brings compounding returns.
That combination makes service more than a slogan. It turns goodwill into real outcomes.
Service First, Then Ask Big
Service is not martyrdom. It is a strategy. When I help others with no hidden agenda, I grow my capacity. People feel it. They respond with access, information, and referrals.
Then I ask. I ask for introductions. I ask for feedback. I ask for business. I ask bigger than feels comfortable. Not from entitlement, but with clear value and clear intent.
Some call this “asking the Universe.” I see it as alignment. Get your mind, heart, and actions on the same signal. Broadcast service. Broadcast confidence. Broadcast clarity. Requests meet results when the signal is strong.
But Isn’t This Too Woo?
Skeptics hear “Universe” and roll their eyes. Fair. Replace the word if you want. The principle stands. Clear asks beat vague hopes. Generous actions beat empty slogans.
Energy management is not magic. It is practical. It means fewer distractions, cleaner calendars, and better follow-up. It turns gratitude into focus, and focus into consistent action.
How I Put This Into Practice
I keep a daily formula. It is simple and repeatable. It keeps me honest when emotions spike or when opportunities flood in.
- Start with five minutes of gratitude to set the signal.
- List two ways to help someone today. Then do them.
- Write three specific asks. Who, what, and why now.
- Block time for follow-ups. Energy without follow-up leaks.
- End the day with reflection. What fed my energy? What drained it?
This rhythm turns hope into practice. It reduces friction. It raises my floor when the ceiling feels out of reach.
The Point You Cannot Ignore
Small reactions steal big futures. That shrug, that snark, that defensive email—those are quiet thieves. Guard your energy like you guard your capital. Spend it on service. Spend it on clear asks. Let others keep the noise.
Here is my challenge to you. For the next seven days, stop the small reactions. Choose one person to help each day with no strings. Then make one bold, specific ask. Track what changes. You will feel the shift before you see it. Then you will see it everywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What do you mean by “wasting energy”?
I mean the habits that drain focus—petty fights, passive responses, and distractions that add nothing to your goals or to serving others.
Q: How does service lead to better results?
Serving first builds trust and access. People open doors for those who help them. That access speeds learning, deal flow, and referrals.
Q: What is a “big ask” in practice?
A big ask is clear, specific, and slightly uncomfortable. For example, request a warm intro to a decision-maker with a precise reason and outcome.
Q: How can I keep my energy “productive and accessible” daily?
Set a short morning routine, batch tasks, protect focus blocks, and schedule time to give and receive help. Review what drains you and cut it.
Q: What if people say no to my asks?
Great. A “no” clarifies the path. Thank them, learn why, refine your value, and ask someone else. Consistency beats perfection.
