I’ve been watching the 2024 Olympics with complete awe and admiration for the participants. Every athlete, in their own way, displays strength, courage, and perseverance. They set a goal and have the ability and support to devote massive time, energy, and money to something that may only last a minute or two. In those moments where there is a miss or a fall, they get up and keep going. The courage these men and women have is amazing – you won’t see me on a 10m diving platform, ever!
Business owners are Olympians in a different arena. You continually devote your time, talents, energy, and financial resources to your business. You train by learning new skills.
Every day you have hurdles to jump over. You could quit, but you chose to go over the hurdles and keep going.
You rely on strategy to achieve your goals yet exhibit flexibility and resilience when the plan does not go as expected.
There are days when you are frustrated or exhausted and realize that you are only on event 6 of the Decathlon. This is when you dig deep, pull the team together and do what needs to be done.
You will not be awarded with a Gold Medal at the end of every day (maybe a 5-star review). What you will get is a loyal and supportive team, satisfied customers who not only stay with you but send you additional clients, and the financial rewards to give you the life you deserve.
Congratulations to all the Olympic athletes for their hard work and to YOU for the Gold Medal winning performance you give to your business every day!
Author: Sandy Merritt, Business Coach