Many would say that simply deciding to launch your own business is risky enough. While that is true, in order for your business to continue to thrive, you must continue to take risks. If you choose to stand on the side line and just watch, your business will likely become stagnant and you will see little to no growth or increase in sales.
When I talk about taking risks, I don’t mean totally changing your business plan. What I mean is taking calculated risks that are designed to move you closer towards your goal.
6 Step Process for taking Sensible Sales Risks:
- Define clearly what you believe the risk is
- What could be the results from this risk
- Outline a plan to succeed and include metrics
- Adapt current methodologies
- Set a timetable to review
- Go forward with Confidence
If you are hesitant about taking any type of risk related to your business, you will soon discover that it is not going anywhere. In order for any type of growth or progress to occur, you need to overcome your fear of taking risks and act “as if” you are already succeeding. If you don’t, you will only end up regretting the chances that you did not take. So, get up and get in the “risk” game the future of your business depends on it!
Benjamin Franklin said, “Do not fear mistakes. You will know failure. Continue to reach out.”
Reach out! Reach high! Reach your wildest dreams! Reach for that glass of champagne to celebrate!