BYS 08/06/23 🟨 Don't Become a Failed Actor
Two competing salespeople have an opportunity to present a sales proposal to their ideal client.
The first salesperson works hard on the proposal and gives the best sales pitch of their life, but the client says "no". The second salesperson procrastinates on producing the proposal and ends up skipping the appointment to present altogether.
Both sales people failed to make a sale, but the first one had a chance because they did the work and made the attempt -- they had a chance at getting a yes. The second salesperson failed to act entirely, so there was never a chance they would have gotten any sales at all.
The act of taking action brings about a host of other benefits and potential positive outcomes that inaction cannot provide. Embracing a mindset that acknowledges the value of action, even when it leads to failure, fosters personal growth, learning, and a more proactive approach to life's challenges.
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Failing and Failing To Act are two different things.
There is a distinction between actively failing to accomplish something and failing to take any action at all.
There can be consequences and implications associated with both doing something incorrectly or unsuccessfully, and not taking any action whatsoever.
Taking action demonstrates initiative and the willingness to take responsibility for your goals. It can lead to progress, even if the initial steps are imperfect. Inaction can lead to stagnation and hinder any potential advancement.
Active engagement with challenges encourages adaptability and flexibility. When you're in action mode, you're more likely to adjust your strategies and approaches based on real-time feedback. This adaptability is often lacking when you're simply avoiding action.
Taking action involves risks, but it also offers the potential for rewards. Even if you fail you may gain experience, build resilience, and increase your chances of success in the future. Not taking any action eliminates the possibility of achieving positive outcomes altogether.
Regret often arises from not taking opportunities when they presented themselves. If you fail after taking action you might feel disappointment, but you're less likely to wonder "what if." In contrast, regret from inaction can weigh more heavily on your mind because you're left wondering about the potential positive outcomes you missed.
Taking action (even if it leads to failure) is usually more productive or informative than not taking any action at all. Failing to take action typically results in missed opportunities and potentially negative outcomes.
It's acceptable (and inevitable!) that you'll sometimes fail at what you try to achieve. But it shouldn't be acceptable for you not to try at all.
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