I’m always amazed at how much my son teaches me about life—that is, when I take the time to remark that what he’s doing can teach me something valuable... I watched him play on our porch one sunny day, and asked myself, “What can I learn about myself and the way I run my business?” This is what I observed:

Growth & Learning

• growth is gradual—you don’t grow up in one day, one week, one month, or even in one year
• learn new skills by watching the big kids
• be curious; explore everything
• just take one step at a time
• never refuse help if it’s offered
• don’t worry about getting your hands dirty

Success

• take risks
• if at first you don’t succeed, try, try again
• don’t be afraid to play with the big kids

Social Life, Relationships

• have those 1 or 2 people that will comfort you when you fall
• have your “cheering squad” who will celebrate your small accomplishments
• say ‘hi’ or smile to everyone you meet

Creativity, Self

• find creative ways to get around obstacles
• say "no"
• see how high/far you can reach/climb
• if you don’t like something the first time you try it, try it at least 2 more times before deciding you don’t like it
• have fun
• be in the moment

This is a reminder to take each opportunity you have to notice the simpler aspects of your surroundings, to learn something new about yourself, and to lean back and take a breath every once in a while. The success of your business could depend on it.

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