Are you over-commiting or stepping up?
Speaking from experience, entrepreneurs struggle to get known and then suddenly they are asked to undertake amazing projects of which they only previously dreamed. The same could be said for agreeing to a new career several steps over your head. I once interviewed for such a job, and with diligence, it became the best position in my corporate career.
The problem arises when we commit to something for which we do not have all of the time to throw ourselves into full learning mode so that we can rise and execute to our fullest capability. Such an example was set recently. Anne said yes to coordinating a huge event but she did not have the time to fully commit to making it a fruitful experience for all concerned. Unfortunately, Anne’s underlying marketing-communication message was, “You can’t count on me.” This is not the message any of us can afford to broadcast.
So the next issue is what if some details are blurred when you cautiously ask the requirements and time commitment – what do you do in this case? I approached the challenge analytically. The good news is I know many people with incredible expertise and networks who are in a far better position to execute what is evidently required. My offer of help will be to introduce all of these dynamic people to the organizer. My marketing message will be, “I now understand what you need and know precisely who you need – let me help you in this manner.” My goal is to further build our relationship to foster further opportunity.
When you are trying to attract more prospects, clients and sales, it’s not about working 18 hours a day. Instead, it is about combining forces or collaborating to help one another. WhisperingEnergy taught me competition no longer works but instead, the helping hand and working together is what makes the difference.
Take the leadership stance and be of the mindset to freely offer a helping hand and become the go-to expert in your field. This makes business development a breeze enabling you to enjoy a very Smooth Sale!
