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Always Forge Ahead In Business

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Instead of assuming that the future will bring success, ask yourself how you can repeat your success, and what steps you should take to ensure that next season, next quarter or next year is even better.

Once you know what needs to be bigger, better and badder next year, identify the obstacles on your path to success and address the variables in your environment. If you require the assistance of a supervisor to do so, then by all means seek it out.

look ahead

Even if you have a sound game plan to improve your future, bear in mind that past performance is not necessarily a precursor to future performance. Not only will you have to grow linearly, you'll have to grow exponentially, by reaching new heights and breaking through new frontiers.

Again, if all you want in life is a paycheck, this column is not for you. This advice is for those who see opportunities and will go to any fair, ethical and honest lengths to capitalize on them in order to shock and awe those around them and those who've never even heard of them.

believe it

It's not enough to want more, you have to believe in your vision and believe that, come hell or high water, you will get what you want. The "how" part is what's left to be determined. In other words, while planning and an analytical approach is required, it is sheer will, tenacity and determination that'll get you there in the end.

self or team?

If the victory is a personal one, you can celebrate for as long or little as you want, since it's the result of the fruits of your labor that count. When you win — or lose — as a team, however, you need to be aware of the team's dynamics.

After all, you might get over the loss of someone quickly, but if others are still in mourning, you can't shout out, "What's the big deal? The man was old!"

time is where it's at

In the end, time is the ultimate resource. Money is easy to find if you have the time. But once you free up your time, the sky's the limit. Conversely, if you procrastinate, opportunities will pass you by.

So whatever you want, go for it, push the envelope and pull up a chair at the big boys' table to raise the stakes. Believe in your abilities. Make sure that people are always anticipating what rabbit you'll pull out of your hat next. Shock and awe baby, shock and awe.


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