Propensity to TAKE RISKS

by Dave Kahle

The pace of change has increased, the growth in complexity has multiplied, and information has proliferated at an unprecedented pace.  We are in extraordinary times.  And unprecedented times call for unique and disciplined approaches if we are to survive and thrive.

     In this sixth of a series, I unpack a set of recommendations for strategies, processes, attitudes, habits and disciplines to build into your lives and businesses in order to help us survive and thrive in these unprecedented times.

     We need to make sure that we are building into our lives and businesses the proper infrastructure to help us survive and thrive – both personally as well as organizationally.

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     It’s like building a sailboat designed for treacherous seas – we need to create the proper sails that propel us forward, and, at the same time, build in the proper keels that keep us on track.  This dynamic tension between the forces that propel us forward and those that hold us back is what allows us to live a life of balance and fulfillment and guides our businesses to realize the potential they have.

     So far, we’ve identified these sails – those disciplines, attitudes, and habits that propel us forward — and keels – those that hold us down to unchangeable principles:

Keel: An articulated purpose or vision

Keel: The discipline of regular planning and reviewing

Sail: An acceptance of personal responsibility

Sail: An attitude of openness

It’s time for our next sail:  A propensity to take risks. 

Now, don’t get the wrong idea.  We’re not talking about skydiving here.  Nor are we talking about sinking your life savings in the new  ... CLICK HERE TO READ FULL ARTICLE