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BUSINESS AND TRAINING
5. LEARN WITH A TEAM
Most leaders settle for learning by themselves. They
read a book or attend a conference by themselves. Good
leaders learn with the help of a mentor. A coach can
come alongside a leader and help the leader see things
from a different perspective. The best leaders learn with
a team. An old proverb teaches that where there are
many advisors, there is much success.
6. FOCUS ON WHAT MAKES YOU THRIVE
Be unapologetic and relentless with what makes you
thrive. Many times, we are influenced from the outside
world and cloud our own desires for the sake of those
around us. The sooner you are able to grasp this nugget,
the sooner it will drastically change your world.
7. PLAY THE LONG GAME
It is easy to get caught up in the day-to-day
challenges of running a business, but you must
carve out time at least once a week to take stock of
what you are doing for the long-term health of your
business. That includes marketing, training, employee
development, community engagement, and capital
development. Sound investments today will pay
dividends in the future.
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Part of setting up a long-term plan is
knowing where the problem spots are,
as well as which business philosophies
work better for which industries.
8. FOCUS ON THE REWARDS
This may sound cliché, but go for it when considering
new business ventures, despite the fear it may not work
out. One needs to adopt the mindset that the whole
journey is a big experiment and that failure is not an
option because ultimately, it is learning and growth that
we will get. Focusing on the rewards instead of the fear
is the real key to success.
9. NETWORK WITH EXPERIENCED EXECS
Take any opportunity to network and learn from more
experienced executives, as well as to be mentored and
coached by some of them. Further, exposure to specific
meetings, boardroom discussions, and strategic planning
would be utterly beneficial. PA
Source: Forbes Business
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