Qualifying Questions
Is it Strategic or Operational?
Before leaping into action, it is important to ask yourself some qualifying questions and make better decisions about both the immediate and the long-term action required.
Entrepreneurs are inclined to act instinctively and “just do it” when they are presented with a new challenge, opportunity or problem. No time wasted. Let’s not make it complicated. Generally, that’s an important trait for making progress quickly. But often, a quick assessment of the strategic and operational issues will lead you to better long-term results.
Think about it. Your wagon was rolling smoothly down the track, but on the last curve it suddenly flew off the rails. It happens, right? Well, before you yank it out of the ditch, set it back on the rails and push it down the track, ask yourself some qualifying questions. First operational, then strategic.
Is there a flaw in the track or something broken on the wagon? Does it need to be fixed now? How can we prevent it happening again?
Then, are we on the right track? With the right wagon? Do we need to change direction? And most importantly, what have we learned that we can apply to the future.
Keep learning, to be better and do better.
Your Uncle Ralph, Del Chatterson
My first business novel, No Easy Money, is coming soon. Learn more at my Writing Blog.
Comments