Numb, closed, apathetic, complacent – these terms represent the majority of souls out there just getting by. That zone where today is similar to tomorrow; this year to next; and one decade shuffles into another. Hopes and dreams fade and courage to take the next step are stifled by realities.
On the other hand, a truly growth oriented person will seek the education, support and guidance needed to make unfathomable changes. What seems risky to most – is in fact seen by a grower that not to take that risk might be even riskier.
According to Wikipedia failure is “… the state or condition of not meeting a desirable or intended objective, and may be viewed as the opposite of success.” Thereby, not taking the risk ensures the failure. Failure becomes defined as a missed opportunity.
Likewise, a true growth company feels everything and chooses to morph from every good and bad experience. Opening itself up to learn from every customer and employee experience is seen as the only sure way toward success. Systems are put in place to catch new information and create scheduled flexibility to change.
And carefully calculated risks allow it to remain vibrantly alive.