Keep Moving Forward
Why is making decisions quickly such a rarity!
Decision-making can be really, really hard!
Should I, shan’t I, what if this, what if that, but x could happen or y could happen, sound familiar?
This goes on when you are “thinking” of starting a business and can be daunting, and it's not always easy to make decisions that will impact your success.
However, I’d like to share with you some advice that I've learned through my own experiences and the teachings of some of my go-to coaches.
One of the most important things to remember is to
“never stand still, keep moving forward”, one of our core values at Blam.
Grant Cardone says, "Success is your duty, obligation and responsibility." This means that you have a responsibility to yourself to succeed, and the only way to do that is to keep pushing forward, even when things get tough.
This is a mindset that I've adopted throughout my own entrepreneurial journey. Whenever I've been faced with a tough decision, I remind myself that I have a responsibility to keep moving forward.
Another coach who has had a big impact on me is Tony Robbins. He says, "Identify your problems but give your power and energy to solutions." This quote is particularly relevant when it comes to decision-making. It's important to acknowledge the problems or challenges that you're facing, but it's equally important to focus on finding solutions. When I'm struggling to make a decision, I try to focus on the potential solutions and how they could benefit my business, team and family, and I aim to do this with speed.
Of course, there have been times in my life when I've struggled with decision-making. One example that comes to mind is when I was deciding whether or not to expand my business into a new market. On one hand, it was a great opportunity to grow my business, but on the other hand, it was a risky move that could have had negative financial consequences. I found myself going back and forth on the decision, and it was costing me time, my most valuable resource.
In situations like this, it's important to take a step back and gather as much information as possible. This is where diligence comes in. You need to be diligent in researching the market, the competition, and any potential risks or challenges. As Tony Robbins said, "The only limit to your impact is your imagination and commitment." By committing to gathering as much data as possible, you'll be able to make a more informed decision and have a greater impact on your business.
This means you have to trust that you will make the right decision with the information that you have access to. And if that decision turns out to have been a bad one, you don’t spend time worrying about what you should have done instead because you know you made the right decision with the information you had at the time.
Make no mistake, making decisions efficiently is a key factor in successful entrepreneurs. You can't afford to waste time going back and forth on a decision. As Grant Cardone says, "Be obsessed or be average." This means that you need to be passionate about your business and committed to making it succeed. If you're not willing to put in the effort and make difficult decisions, then you're not going to achieve the level of success that you desire.
In conclusion, I want to encourage you to keep moving forward, even when the decisions you're facing seem daunting. Remember to focus on finding solutions rather than dwelling on problems, and to be diligent in gathering as much data as possible before making a decision, but do this as quickly as you can. Making informed decisions efficiently is a key factor in successful entrepreneurs. As I always say, "keep moving forward" and you'll be well on your way to achieving your goals.
Remember, success is not a destination, but a journey. Embrace the challenges that come your way and keep pushing forward, enjoy every day but keep making decisions!
To your success,
Grant Stain
CEO, Blam
