Hope Is Not A Strategy - Make A Plan And Take Action

I stepped in a verbal bear trap once presenting a project update to my boss: 

Me:   “…and then hopefully the material will show up by Tuesday and the contractor can start on Wednesday”

Boss:   “’Hope’ isn’t a strategy, Joe. What’s the actual plan to make that happen?”

I had no idea what the plan was, at the time I wasn’t taking full ownership of the problem and the boss was right, ‘hope’ doesn’t actually #makeithappen.

Nowadays I’m in his shoes listening to those same updates where I wince and smile when I hear the old “hope” method work its way into the update.

To me it’s all about being PASSIVE versus ACTIVE.

Hoping… is passive

Waiting… is passive

Wishing… is passive

This is an opportunity to turn those passive feelings into MOMENTS OF ACTION.

Instead of hoping for the solution – pick up the phone and see how you can apply momentum. Physically go to the problem and participate in the conversation for a solution.

For those entrepreneurs and business warriors out there – you are in control (even if you don’t feel like it).

• Need new clients and customers? – go get them!
• Need a new team member? – get on the phone, call your friends and get referrals!
• Wishing your life was better? – Take charge and make a plan!
• Want your Team to be better? – Develop goals and a training plan!
• Stuck and aren't sure what to do? - Get a Coach or a Mentor!

Point is – if you want something to happen you are encouraged, invited, and empowered to MAKE IT HAPPEN. 

I encourage you to take charge of whatever situation you have in front of you.

Go get it! ;)

 Thank you for your time today,

Joe

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