Success: The Choice is Yours
There are hundreds of thousands of business book titles in print. Why? How many possible takes can one have on running a business? Why do we keep buying these books?
Well, I’ll admit - I’m guilty as charged. I read a ton of business books and I’ll say, there are some great ones and at the same time, many (maybe even most) are just a regurgitation of those that came before them.
Yet — they just keep coming. Business titles continue being produced, and business owners continue buying them.?
The answer to way may lie in the fact that most business owners struggle with success and are searching for quick answers.
After working with 1,000+ small business owners, I can safely say that the answer to your struggles likely isn’t in a book. The answer always lies somewhere within.?
So, what does lead to success??
Self-awareness. Understanding yourself is key.?
You’ll start to experience success when you conquer your fears, focus on areas of strength and interest and assemble and lead reliable teams.?
You’ll start to experience success when you have built a business based on your own imagination; one that is rooted in purpose, vs. one that is built with a goal of just simply making money.
Having a successful business is a choice, not a right.
领英推荐
There are no magic pills, books, or consultants that can guarantee your success. You’re the only one who can do it, but you have to earn it.
You must take an active role in envisioning the business of your dreams. Then, you must do the hard work to methodically put the pieces into place that ensure success.?
The act of running a business isn’t all that complicated. You can learn all of the necessary pieces and parts, but no one except you can eliminate the many distractions that you’ll face on a daily basis.?
My best advice? >> Leave the books and shortcuts behind, and instead focus on the few things that will truly move your business forward.
You are in control; the choice is yours.
Now choose.?
Focus more on the actual “doing” of running a business, and less on getting ready, and you’ll see how easy it is to start to reap the benefits.
What do you think? What’s one key aspect you think goes into creating a successful business? I’d love to hear your thoughts!
Remember: Soar. Don’t settle.?
Spot on! Worth the read!
Founder & Celebrity Matchmaker of LUMA Luxury Matchmaking | INC. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies | Professional Matchmakers who Help Elite Singles Find "The One" and Make Happily Ever After A Reality??
5 个月So true!
Helping organizations improve productivity by leveraging strengths of leaders and their teams, resolving operational inefficiencies, and cultivating a culture of pride
5 个月Excellent article Thomas Ulbrich. I too am guilty of reading too many books! And it’s fantastic to keep learning. What is important is to cull what you can from books to advance your knowledge - AND apply that knowledge on ground. Like you brought out so clearly, action is where the focus should be - because that’s what will lead to the outcome. We won’t reach where we want to by wargaming it in our heads. We have got to MOVE!