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Chasing Dreams
Some folks call me “the reality check in the room” because I can be very focused on details.
That doesn’t mean that I don’t have dreams or that you shouldn’t have or chase your dreams.
It means, instead, that in reality, you need a plan in order to chase those dreams.
Coming up with and following a strategic plan that may stretch you a bit is key.
What I’ve learned is that when you take a minute to write ideas down and start thinking and reflecting on them, they become a bit more of a reality.
In one of my first businesses, I wanted to sell t-shirts to resorts. That was my dream because I’d been selling them mainly to non-profits. That was the dream — now how could I make it a reality? I started by:
Creating a list of organizations or places to which I wanted to sell.
Making phone calls, showing up for meetings, being ready to accept rejection.
I’ve been fortunate not only to do this myself, but have observed thousands of entrepreneurs and leaders of countries and organizations around the world do this. They are transforming, changing internally, externally, and globally.
Dreams — with some work and luck — can become reality as long as you chase them. I say “chase” because there are ups and downs, things you never…
