Have you ever wondered what was better: Patience or Persistence?
The dictionary defines Persistence as "the firm obstinate continuance in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition..."
Now, if you're trying to build your business and become successful, that notion of "persistence" can be worn like a badge of honor. The romantic notion sets in of that rugged individual set out to conquer the world.
And in some cases, this is true.
However, the danger lies in embracing that persistence at the expense of refusing to listen to the signals around why something may not be working as smoothly as planned.
And in some cases, this is true.
Look at the word again: Persistence "...the firm or obstinate continuance..." What is obstinate? The words associated with someone who is obstinate are: stubborn, bullheaded; inflexible, unyielding and perverse.
Stick with me...I'm not talking about any crazy "woo-woo" stuff. Let me explain.
Look at that definition of Persistence again. Let's really see the words and interpret the language (and the energy behind that language). "...the firm or obstinate continuance..." What is obstinate? The words associated with someone who is obstinate are: stubborn, bullheaded; inflexible, unyielding and perverse.
Do those kind of limiting words describe a visionary leader? Or a tyrant?
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Now ask yourself: Does building a business really need to be this hard? Is being "persistent" the best way to get from where you are to where you want to be?
What if, there is a better way to get to your goals? And what if the only way you will be able to see that better way is to take a step back. Is it possible that you will be able to take stock of all the conditions and tools you have at your disposal and then proceed toward your goal on a better path?
Did you catch that? I didn't say that giving up was the only way.
And this is where Patience comes in. Yes, even in business, Patience is a virtue. (even though it may not win you any medals...)
That is the "capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset..."
Every time you are able to experience patience, you improve the energy (and results) in your business. You get where you want to go, and you can arrived less frazzled. Now some people may think that being patient is the same as being passive.
Not true. Patience isn't about being idle. It's not about avoiding action. It's not about avoiding a decision.
In fact, being patient as you build your business, even building your relationships, takes an enormous amount of confidence and faith. How can this be? Well, you have to know beyond all doubt that your product and your service are needed by the market. You have to know that what you have provides value and benefit to someone (hopefully many someone's) and that because of that, you will be successful.
It may take longer that you originally hoped; you may need to travel down different paths to get there; but because you are patient, confident, and have the ability to be flexible in your approach and adjust your sails as different and better opportunities present themselves, you can become successful.
I know; and I know that the confidence you think you have can be tested when things start to get rough. Especially when "life" pulls the rug out from under you.
I've been there!
But even when that happens; even when it seems to be taking FOREVER to get where you're going; if you go through the steps of the process with patience and an openness you will not only enjoy the journey, but get the most value from the challenges you face.
Now, I want to ask you a question. if you knew that whatever you did, you couldn't fail; that your success was inevitable...what would you do right now?
Would your daily priorities change? Would you embrace the tools and training you needed to get to the next level? Would you create that product, write that book, or reach out and call those potential clients that showed some interest in your services?
There are always a thousand reasons why we "can't" do something; reasons why it won't work. Rarely is it really about external factors.
Be patient...with yourself and with your business.
Set your goals; form good habits to get to those goals, and enjoy every step along your journey!
The dictionary defines Persistence as "the firm obstinate continuance in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition..."
Now, if you're trying to build your business and become successful, that notion of "persistence" can be worn like a badge of honor. The romantic notion sets in of that rugged individual set out to conquer the world.
And in some cases, this is true.
However, the danger lies in embracing that persistence at the expense of refusing to listen to the signals around why something may not be working as smoothly as planned.
And in some cases, this is true.
Look at the word again: Persistence "...the firm or obstinate continuance..." What is obstinate? The words associated with someone who is obstinate are: stubborn, bullheaded; inflexible, unyielding and perverse.
Stick with me...I'm not talking about any crazy "woo-woo" stuff. Let me explain.
Look at that definition of Persistence again. Let's really see the words and interpret the language (and the energy behind that language). "...the firm or obstinate continuance..." What is obstinate? The words associated with someone who is obstinate are: stubborn, bullheaded; inflexible, unyielding and perverse.
Do those kind of limiting words describe a visionary leader? Or a tyrant?
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Now ask yourself: Does building a business really need to be this hard? Is being "persistent" the best way to get from where you are to where you want to be?
What if, there is a better way to get to your goals? And what if the only way you will be able to see that better way is to take a step back. Is it possible that you will be able to take stock of all the conditions and tools you have at your disposal and then proceed toward your goal on a better path?
Did you catch that? I didn't say that giving up was the only way.
And this is where Patience comes in. Yes, even in business, Patience is a virtue. (even though it may not win you any medals...)
That is the "capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset..."
Every time you are able to experience patience, you improve the energy (and results) in your business. You get where you want to go, and you can arrived less frazzled. Now some people may think that being patient is the same as being passive.
Not true. Patience isn't about being idle. It's not about avoiding action. It's not about avoiding a decision.
In fact, being patient as you build your business, even building your relationships, takes an enormous amount of confidence and faith. How can this be? Well, you have to know beyond all doubt that your product and your service are needed by the market. You have to know that what you have provides value and benefit to someone (hopefully many someone's) and that because of that, you will be successful.
It may take longer that you originally hoped; you may need to travel down different paths to get there; but because you are patient, confident, and have the ability to be flexible in your approach and adjust your sails as different and better opportunities present themselves, you can become successful.
I know; and I know that the confidence you think you have can be tested when things start to get rough. Especially when "life" pulls the rug out from under you.
I've been there!
But even when that happens; even when it seems to be taking FOREVER to get where you're going; if you go through the steps of the process with patience and an openness you will not only enjoy the journey, but get the most value from the challenges you face.
Now, I want to ask you a question. if you knew that whatever you did, you couldn't fail; that your success was inevitable...what would you do right now?
Would your daily priorities change? Would you embrace the tools and training you needed to get to the next level? Would you create that product, write that book, or reach out and call those potential clients that showed some interest in your services?
There are always a thousand reasons why we "can't" do something; reasons why it won't work. Rarely is it really about external factors.
Be patient...with yourself and with your business.
Set your goals; form good habits to get to those goals, and enjoy every step along your journey!
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