Stuff They Don't Tell You #2 (thanks Tony)

(BY TONY WOOD) original post on tonywood.tv

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A few more things they don’t tell you in “launch-school” about starting a new organization, church, initiative, or ministry. If you have more please share them to encourage us all!

1. There is no perfect decision. Prayer is important, wise counsel is mandatory, and patience is key but end of the day you’ll trek more ground by 100 revised imperfect decisions then nailing the perfect big daddy. So get incremental and advance the ball! The world of “new” has plenty of creatives but needs more creators. My discipline of late is learning how to limit my reactive work, (i.e. emails, facebook, Twitter, THIS BLOG) where I feel busy but didn’t produce one darn thing, and focus on proactive work where I move something or inspire someone.

2. Everything rises and falls on KIND leadership. Sorry to change this age old Maxwellism but dictatorial leadership is out and relationship is in. People no longer slave long hours out of fear or money but will follow someone anywhere for cause. Learn to be kind. I’m trying to truly talk and care more for flight attendants, call centers, front desks, assistants, grocery checkers, etc. Kindness is king so bind it around your neck!

3. Poo Poo on Popular. If you’re launching something new to be popular you got a train wreck coming! When critics come, learn to find the truth behind criticism, while also learning to ignore the assault that’s out front of it. I think it’s funny that even the most popular U.S. president’s had half the country despise them. Comes with the territory, be prepared.

4. Look for lasers. There’s an often used analogy that shares how light dispersed (like the sun) can be useful but not powerful compared to light focused (like a laser) which can cut steel. New things are certain to attract some bright lights, big talent, motivated promises, and influential people but be careful and be sure to invest mostly in the lasers. Those who show up daily are focused, available, giving, and ready to do their job. Bright lights rarely cut long term impact.

5. Don’t quit. One of my favorite leaders (as you may be able to tell) is Perry Noble and he always says that around every corner you’ll find a reason to quit. Don’t! Might as well quit because I’m broke. Don’t! Might as well quit because I’m tired. Don’t! Might as well quit because my board is upset. Don’t! If you’re doing this for God it’s not about you and YOU can’t quit HIS vision!