Stuck in Your Ways? Open-Mindedness Might Be Your Breakthrough

By: A Staff Writer

Updated on: Jul 09, 2024

Stuck in Your Ways? Open-Mindedness Might Be Your Breakthrough

Did you know that Blockbuster had the chance to buy Netflix for $50 million? But their CEO laughed it off. Ouch.

As entrepreneurs, we love our vision. But holding on too tightly can turn into tunnel vision. We miss new markets, better solutions, and game-changing ideas.

• Embrace feedback: Even the harsh stuff may yield a valuable insight.
• Challenge your own assumptions: Ask yourself, “What if I’m wrong about this?”
• Step outside your bubble: Talk to people in different industries or perspectives.
• Experiment with the unfamiliar: Try a new tool, approach, or market.
• Adopt a “beginner’s mindset”: Each day is a new chance to learn.
• “Yes, and…” instead of “No, but…”: Build on ideas, even unusual ones.

What’s one way you’ve pushed yourself to be more open-minded recently?

This week, pick one small habit to cultivate open-mindedness. Start small, be consistent.