It's critical to put smart people around me because I realize that the same thinking that got me "here" is not going to be the same thinking that get's me "there". By "there", I mean the place where I see my business in the future...my "vision" if you will. Profound? Simplistic? and TRUE!
Maybe you catch yourself saying things like this too, "if I just had the right person to...", "if I could only clone myself...", "if I could just figure out...", yeah well guess what? The answer is as simple as asking the question.
Let's break this down.
1. Awareness: Be consciously aware of what talent you want. C'mon, if you can't admit what is going on, then how are you ever going to solve it? You've heard this one before. You have to know what you want to get what you want--at least a start. Now, I modified that slightly, since I feel if I knew exactly what talent I wanted on my team, then there would be no room for someone that solved the problem better than I could have imagined, so I quickly go to #2.
2. Say What You Want. Even if you're just telling the problem you believe you have and who or what you "think" would be the solution. Example: I understand the importance of sharing knowledge and resources via writing, however I don't thoroughly enjoy writing on a schedule. How do I build trust and credibility via writing without writing?
3. Receive & Act. When you get some input, ACT on it! Don't just sit there thinking "ummmm. I wonder if that will work?". Remember the saying "if I was going to figure it out alone, I already would have". This is where "smart" people around you are important. By smart, I mean they see possibility where you may not. They're not emotionally invested in the outcome, thus aren't as swayed by the outcome. This is another play on "the same mind that created the problem, isn't the one to solve it" saying. Make a move! In the example above, if it was suggested to get a writer to start or create lots of articles, then actually entertainn offers. What I've found is, no matter what I believe is an onerous task, there is someone out there that can't believe they get paid to do it, because to them it is their natural and unique ability. Much like, each of us have those things that we do so effortlessly and enjoy so immensely that we have to pinch ourselves because it's so fun and we're rewarded for it.
"oh but Thomas, what if I find someone and it doesn't work out?" Yup, it's bound to happen, so keep going; keep sifting for those gems. Isn't it WORTH the process of finding extraordinary people that help you manifest your vision? If you don't, then get real comfortable with what you have.
What's this worth in your life? How can this get you booked solid on YOUR terms? Post a comment, I want to know.
