Got a Light?
What do we turn to when we can’t find something in the dark? A flashlight helps, doesn’t it! I recently heard a comment about light and darkness. It went something like this – light simply punches holes in darkness. Never quite looked at it that way, but it makes sense. So what does that have to do with my job or my business?
In many businesses, key managers often make decisions while they are in the dark. Sometimes, not knowing all of the key information can be compared to trying to find your lost keys in the pitch black. Not having the right information available, when you need it, to make an informed decision is the same very thing.
Here are a few observations that may give you a new perspective on this very subject:
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Light dispels dark – more info will often lead to better decisions
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Your flashlight provides focus for your company’s direction
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It’s hard to see where you’re going if you don’t have the right tools, like a flashlight
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Make sure your flashlight is in good working order – last thing you want is for your light to grow dim or burn out when you need it most
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Lastly, your flashlight needs to be working – guiding you along the path to profitability
Next time your power goes out and you reach for that flashlight, remember these few simplistic perspectives. If you find it challenging to even find your flashlight or not even sure if you have one, seek help right away to lighten your path!