Stuck on the Hamster Wheel? Time to Think Bigger
By: A Staff Writer
Updated on: Sep 02, 2024
Stuck on the Hamster Wheel? Time to Think Bigger
So many entrepreneurs are exhausted by endless tasks, but feel guilty about stepping back to strategize. This trap keeps you small.
We equate being busy with being successful. Urgency is prioritized over important-but-not-urgent strategic work.
- Strategy prevents burnout: Working IN your business all the time is unsustainable. Working ON it makes growth easier.
- Identifies blind spots: In the weeds, you miss threats AND opportunities. Zoom out view is essential.
- Better decision-making: Rushing from one fire to the next leads to bad calls. Strategy gives you a framework.
- Attracts the RIGHT stuff: When you have a clear plan, ideal clients, projects, etc., are more likely to magically appear.
- Maximizes your investment: Throwing time or money at a problem without a strategy is how resources get wasted.
- It’s a muscle, not a magic skill: Some people are naturally “big picture”, but everyone can improve with practice.
What percentage of your time is reactive vs. proactive? Be honest!
Block 30 minutes, NO distractions. Free-write answers to: What’s my vision for this business a year from now?