The 3 most dangerous words in business!!!

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These words propagate the status quo, suppress change and create a whole world of “can’t do” so should be avoided whenever possible.

If

• If I could just get that job/lose weight/pass that exam/win that client my life would be so much better.
• If I can find some time I am going to get on top of my Inbox and keep it that way.
• If you want me to do that I will have to have this, that and the other in place first.

When

• When I get time that’s the next thing I’m going to do
• When I have read up on social media I will join LinkedIn and get connected.
• When you’re as old as me you don’t need to follow the rules.

But

• I hear what you’re saying BUT that does not apply to me.
• That is a great idea BUT……
• I can see what you’re suggesting is right for most places BUT it just won’t work here.

When you feel the need to use any of these cop-out words think again: is what you’re saying true or could it be down to the threat of losing control, laziness, fear of change or just because it wasn’t your idea in the first place. Instead why not try a different answer like “how could we”, “why don’t we” or “what if we did this”.

Answers are everything. It’s better work towards them than stand in the way of their discovery.