Are you truly committed to becoming a “professional” business owner or simply treading water and surviving?
Are you actively embracing the tools of leadership and strategic hiring to assemble a winning team that propels your business forward, or just making do with what you know?
The game of business offers various levels of engagement.
It’s like a group of five-year-old kids playing soccer, chasing the ball aimlessly on the field under the supervision of a well-meaning but overwhelmed parent, finding joy in the experience but achieving little.
Then there are recreational leagues with coaches who were once accomplished high school or club athletes, sharing their expertise part-time.
Moving up, we have high school and club levels, where dedicated coaches invest their passion and time, but still on a part-time basis.
College takes it further, with full-time coaches who focus on developing student-athletes. The best athletes at this level may receive compensation through NIL deals or full scholarships.
And finally, the professional level, where the elite athletes, the cream of the crop, compete for league, national, or even global championships. Both the coaches and players are highly valued and generously rewarded.
In the realm of business, the distinction is the same. Only those who strive for a professional level of performance enjoy exceptional rewards, while the rest receive minimal compensation, if any.
Ask yourself: Do you run your business for the sheer love of the game, or are you determined to become a professional in your field?
Make your choice wisely, for it will shape your future.