Unlocking Success: Lessons from Skating and Business

As a business owner, I've always wondered what separates those who thrive from those who face continual challenges. Why do some folks with all the skills and ambition in the world seem to get nowhere, while others with less experience skyrocket to success?

As a Mum with a skateboard mad 8-year-old, I spend a good chunk of my time at skate parks. And recently, in an effort to spice up my workouts I dusted off my old roller skates. As I stumbled my way back into skating, I realised firstly, it was going to be harder than I thought! And secondly that there were some real-life lessons about success to be found in a skatepark.

Last weekend, I played the role of designated driver to our skateboarding crew. During the drive our conversation naturally turned to skateboards, skate parks, and the skateable landmarks that we passed. I happened to mention that relearning roller skating after a more than ten-year hiatus was more challenging that I thought, and I hated to admit it, but I was struggling.

In the backseat was Sav, a 14-year-old skateboarder wise beyond her years, who after my admission was silent for a bit. Finally, she said "It's all about commitment. That's it. It's that simple.”

Her words really got me thinking. No matter what you're aiming for, success in business, nailing a trick or just staying upright, commitment is the common thread that binds it all.

Mastering the Craft Takes Grit

Succeeding in skating and in business means going all in. Dabbling won't cut it. You have to go all the way and commit to the journey. It means giving it your all, staying focused, and chasing your dreams with determination.

Pushing Through the Hard Times

It's not a matter of if you'll face setbacks but when. Your commitment is what drives you to push through the tough times, whether you're trying to nail a trick on your skateboard, stay upright on roller skates, or navigate the unpredictable world of entrepreneurship.

Building Resilience

Commitment is the foundation of resilience. Just like a skater dusts themselves off after a fall and gets up again, business owners have to bounce back from their mistakes and failures. The ability to keep going, adapt, and forge ahead is a hallmark of those who find success in both worlds.

So, the key takeaway here is pretty straightforward. Whether you're chasing your dreams on wheels or chasing your entrepreneurial dreams, commitment is the secret sauce that can make all the difference. In business, success doesn't always favor the most skilled or prepared; it often leans toward those who are fully committed to their goals.

Sav got it right when she said it's simple, really. Commitment is the superpower that can transform your potential into success. So, whether you're chasing your dreams on wheels or in the business world, remember that commitment is the invisible force that can propel you toward greatness. Embrace it, nurture it, and let it guide you on your journey to success, wherever that journey may lead you.