I recently experienced a failure to launch.

The ambitious goals and strategies of my new business required that I recruit like-minded, motivated, and competent partners.  When I found them, the fun and momentum of a new venture kicked in and we were soon off and running.  Well, sort of.

Something wasn’t quite clicking.  The idea and profit potential was there.  The skill sets.  The market need.

But just when you’d think things were ready to roll, another distraction would pop up.  Went on like this for about a year.

Our wheels were stuck in the mud.

Time to change the wheels.

Not only did partners change, I chose a different type of partner.

Now we’re cruising down the road at 65mph, driving towards a relaunch with business in the bank and a growing pipeline.

Hitting the skids along your planned route is like the pain you feel when you’re hurt.  It’s a warning system.

It means you’re faced with a decision of change – whether a mild adjustment or a major overhaul.

It’s important to maintain the perspective that almost every plan needs adjustments along the way to goal achievement.

Heed the warning and pause. Review your strategy, make corrections, and rededicate yourself to your vision.

Posted by: Steve Banis