I wish that I could use the Magic 8 Ball to forecast what my results in business would yield.
"Is the project that I am kicking off today going to end up being impactful for the business?"
Shake..Shake..Shake..
Signs point to Yes
"Sweet!"
or
"That was a pretty good interview...will she end up being a strong performer for us?"
Shake..Shake..Shake.
Very Doubtful
"Whew...thanks Magic 8 Ball!"
The end result is that enigma which paralyses many businesses from truly achieving the greatness that they seek to accomplish. What normally begins as a fantastic idea with great potential ends up being analyzed to great lengths and as the fear of the unknown sets in....so begins the slow digging of the grave where the idea will end up lying.
The execution of an original idea is always scary and not knowing how it will manifest itself can be terrifying when it carries giant revenue/product implications for the company that is launching it. When companies embark on these ventures it is not uncommon for them to start seeing some "churn" within the structure as people start to make their own judgements on whether or not the risk is to much for their personal taste.
Everyone begins to shake their own internal "magic 8 ball" to get an understanding of what their mindset is and the accepting of that occurrence by the business is important. After all,when an idea is launched you want to make sure that you have the right people in place. Do you really want individuals who have the mindset of:
Don't count on it, My reply is no, My sources say no, Outlook not so good, Very doubtful
Or would you rather make your move with people who have the mental mindset of:
It is certain, It is decidedly so,Without a doubt, Yes definitely, You may rely on it, As I see it yes, Most likely, Outlook good, Yes, Signs point to yes
Risk is necessary and the end results are never truly known. How boring would life be without the occasional racing of the heart and gulping of your throat? Don't give into the fear of "new", but simply acknowledge that it is there and move ahead with those that believe in the direction you are going.
Shake..Shake..Shake
Outlook good
