Forget the Economy; 7 Reasons to be Optimistic

Look around and you will quickly see the attitude of business reflected in their signage. One diner recently had this sign in their window: Recession Wrap - $3.99.

Such a sign reflects the attitude in many companies today. Their signs may read something like this: Sales recessed, were depressed and it shows. Fear and anxiety have saturated the culture of many companies and it is having a significant impact on their business processes, targets, results and expectations.

There’s a clear difference between delusion and reality so let’s not kid ourselves. Businesses are facing some of the most challenging global economic factors of the modern era. From a sales growth and business advancement perspective the fear is being oversold. Here are 7 reasons for businesses to be optimistic and focus on advancing their organizational performance and growth.

Great optimism still exists in companies where creativity and discipline are like hand and glove.
CEO’s in well-run publicly held companies don’t need to be micro-managed by a board of directors. They think and act in the best interest of their people and their company without board mandates. People are happy and contribute to company growth.
Key leaders in privately held companies reserve the right to make quick and expedient decisions independently. This allows their company to act quickly as needed.
Competition is the heartbeat of capitalism and CEO’s in well-run companies recognize that now is the time to maximize this position and advance.
Judgment and ego don’t cut it in the “new economy.” It’s all about how do I do what I do best and be of service to you.
A movement is afoot that shifts the value focus from “I did something, you pay me” to “I have a talent to offer because it will serve you.” The mutual exchange creates a synergy by which the focus becomes the integration of need and talent. Profit is important, but only as a result of commitment to help the customer achieve something greater.
Trust still exists as a cornerstone where people speak the truth out of a desire to create a positive impact rather than manipulating an outcome.

Brent Patmos
Principal and Chief Thought Leader