And just like our muscles, once we stretch beyond our current capabilities, we don't ever go back to our original dimensions. As we try new things, we gain confidence. Confidence makes us feel powerful and good. And when we are confident that we can survive new ideas, we allow ourselves to try even more new things. Obviously, we need to be realistic in our risk management.
Successful people think through the possible outcomes of taking any risk.
Then they prepare for dealing with each. Successful people take risks, but they are not foolhardy or stupid. Here's my challenge to you. Make a list of 50 things that, if you were successful in accomplishing, would make you or your company better. Then, from your list, choose one or two that you are willing to do within the next 90 days.