Comments on: Why Taking Action is Like Hoisting the Game Winner

By: Ryan Stephens Marketing » What I Learned from Free Consulting Sessions

Ryan Stephens Marketing » What I Learned from Free Consulting Sessions — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:57:11 +0000

[...] Taking action is imperative. Last week I discussed the importance of taking action, but honestly it’s always been something I’ve struggled with. I worry entirely too much about [...]

By: Ricardo Bueno

Ricardo Bueno — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:15:47 +0000

Ryan: there’s a youtube video of that quote referenced above (Michael Jordan)…I love that quote and I love that video; it’s inspiring!

Amazing things can be accomplished when you’re unafraid to take risks…
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By: Elisa

Elisa — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 03:50:25 +0000

Creepy…is my living room bugged? I was JUST having this conversation with my sister as I’m getting ready for so many big changes next summer its overwhelming and crazy and foolish and I will probably fail but dammit it’s gonna be one hell of a ride!

No one else wants me to do it, no one else thinks it is a good move, everyone else suggests to take the safe route rather than the balls out shot that I’m dying to attempt.

I will say, in addition to being able to take advantage of the moment to go for the glory, there is some preparation and practice and technique that must go into it. As you noted, MJ didn’t just become one of the greatest athletes of all time, he worked his ass off to get there.

By: admin

admin — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:17:10 +0000

I think, (rather know) you’re right. But then I wonder. What’s the primary thing that keeps us from taking chances. Is it our own self-confidence? Is it fear of scrutiny for friends? Family? Co-workers? If someone told you that’d you fail big time 4 times throughout the course of 6 years, but in the 7th you’d strike it rich and be ridiculously successful — everyone would go through those failures, right?

Well that formula happens much more often than someone getting it right the first time, yet we all tip toe around waiting for the ‘perfect’ opportunity, business model, etc. What if we just said, screw it, and shot the rock?

By: admin

admin — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 23:25:00 +0000

Akirah – You and Queen Latifah let’em know what’s up! I didn’t remember that quote (Wait, did I just admit I watched that film?), but you certainly enticed a laugh from me.

As for the other, I couldn’t agree more. It’s so easy to listen to all the hearsay and doubt (from yourself and others), and then convince yourself to hold off until you’re more prepared. As a runner I’ve been guilty of skipping races I’d circled months in advance, and not because I doubted my preparation, but because I doubted the results.

In reality the more races I run, the more experience I acquire, the better I get. The more like-minded people I meet, the stronger my community/support system becomes. Great analogy!

By: admin

admin — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 23:21:19 +0000

I think we’re more or less on the same page Jamie. I’d also say that you can (and will) likely learn from mistakes, but you can also learn from others mistakes as well. The more well-read and knowledgeable you are about your pursuits, the more prepared you will be to take action. Thanks for contributing to the conversation!

By: admin

admin — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 23:18:27 +0000

@Lewis – It’s probably the only similarity you two share.

I respect the fact that you decided this is what you were going to do, were certain you’d succeed, and took action. And it’s certainly paying dividends. You’ve helped demonstrate to me, and others that it’s okay to take a chance even when everything doesn’t necessarily ‘feel right.’ I wish you all the best in your continued success.

By: Elisa

Elisa — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 13:40:36 +0000

To be ready to succeed you must be prepared to fail.

I think MJ is probably one of the best examples of perseverance and drive getting you to where you want to be. The man is an athlete, no doubt, but couldn’t even keep a spot on his HS varsity team!

I think the most important part of any success from failure is learning from the failure and having the gusto to come back twice as strong and armed with new knowledge. I’d venture the 22/25 game winners were all made from adjusting the 26 game losers.
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By: Akirah

Akirah — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 21:02:09 +0000

As one of my favorite lines in Hairspray says: “You’ve got to run the race to win the prize.” For some reason, it’s often the first step that’s the hardest.

My other favorite line in Hairspray is: “They say that white has might and thin is in, but that’s just bull cause baby big is back and as for black? It’s beautiful!” But I’m not sure how relevant that is to this post.
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By: Jamie Favreau

Jamie Favreau — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 19:23:25 +0000

I have learned you have to take action… With out action you will never get anywhere. Only you can better yourself, learn from your mistakes and become a better professional. Sure you need some help along the way but if you are trying then people will take notice.
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