"Elon Musk Sacks 80% Of Staff"
What's the Lesson?
…by moving crucial pieces on your chessboard… life becomes a breeze!
A breeze that'll whisk you through life without, stress, worry, or fear.
But only...
when you throw away the ideals that have been constantly fed into your mind by "society."
Life becomes GREAT again.
Musk used the Pareto Principle on his business...
'cause he's in the know.
You might not be.
Because, guess what?
I smell failure . . .
I smell it around me as I walk into local businesses.
I smell it through the telephone when talking to people.
I can smell it in the air… all around.
It’s everywhere.
And yet, it doesn't have to be like this.
You may not agree with me.
But if you do, you won’t regret it.
Because most people don't understand how this shiz works.
So, here's what you do to turn failure to fortune.
Take the list of business ideas you plan to do "someday".
Write each of these ideas onto it's own yellow Post-it note.
Now stick all your Post-it note ideas onto your office walls.
All four of them.
Then, ask a friend, colleague or partner to blindfold you.
Then to spin you around three times.
Now . . .
Take a dart or a knife or a screw driver with a sharp point and...
Stick it in your eye ? throw it hard at a wall.
JOKE! it WAS a joke (DON'T stick anything in your eye)
And whatever Post-it note idea your dart hits, that's the idea you do.
That's the project you get started on.
The one you've been putting off for years.
And I'm serious about this.
The problem is, you're waiting for something that's never gonna happen.
You're waiting for the right moment.
The right project.
The right set of conditions.
But, that's not the way life works.
You’ll move further and faster by doing something rather than nothing.
Answers come from taking action (Not "faking" action)
The most difficult block to overcome is...
it's never going to be the right time to get started.
The time is never right.
It's never going to be the right time to quite your job.
It's never going to be the right time to create your own economy.
So whatever your project is.
Whatever you want to do.
Or don't want to do any longer.
No matter how high on your list.
Get it started today.
Smash down those “failure” hurdles.
‘Cause for every success there’s a shit ton of failures to punch
through.
Here's your chance to go from flab to fab, quickly and easily with NO risk.
(You risk much more by NOT doin' shit)
There's a saying we have here at dedoharrison.com...
"Set your focus on the road ahead, not what’s directly in front of you."
Also, remember what Walt Disney once said…
his only Bad Days At The Office were the rare occasions, everybody thought his latest idea was a good one.
So, break outta the status quo
It's YOUR chance, right NOW.
Walk the path less trodden - it’s gonna shock the life into you,
And yah never know... there might be some gold in those thar hills!
Hey there!
This article is a refreshing reminder to break free from societal ideals and take control of our destinies.
The Post-it note strategy for choosing projects is clever, and the call to take action now, even if the timing isn’t perfect, is exactly what I needed.
Here’s to smashing those “failure” hurdles and walking the path less trodden.
Cheers to finding gold in those thar hills!
Hey Destiny! (what a lovely name)
Thanks for takin’ the time to poke your head inside my domain.
(I’m honoured!)
And I love that you’ve squeezed some value from what you’ve read.
As that’s the first step to takin’ action.
Read, absorb… implement.
Also…
I haven’t seen you here before, so don’t be a stranger.
Stop by whenever you’re in the area.
Because we love NEW faces, ideas and contributions.
Have a great day Destiny.
Always in your corner.
Dedo (Chief MEME Officer)
Dedo,
This post certainly presents a bold perspective on success and failure in business!
The analogy of using the Pareto Principle, like Elon Musk, to streamline operations and focus on what truly matters is thought-provoking.
While the approach of throwing darts blindfolded at Post-it notes full of business ideas is humorous, it underscores an important point about taking action rather than waiting for the perfect moment.
It’s a reminder that innovation and progress often require stepping out of our comfort zones and embracing risk. However, I’m curious about how we can balance this boldness with thoughtful planning and consideration, especially in today’s complex business environment.
How do you suggest we strike that balance between action and strategic planning?
Sincerely,
Steve
Hey Steve, thanks for stoppin’ by my friend!
And I’m glad you liked the Pareto Principle, ’cause (I don’t know about you), but in my life I’ve witnessed it fully
in most things to do with business.
It’s why in interviews we’re always looking for the “right” 20% who are motivated to do the best they can.
Because (and I’ve witnessed this)
Most people just go through the motions, and once they’ve landed a position… treat it as a rite of passage to all the benefits the company provides, with NO payback on their part.
It’s most probably why Musk did what he did… he’s in the know, and doesn’t take any shit!
And my take on strategic planning…
Of course it’s important, but it’s also important to take action.
Bit like riding a bike.
Who the fk sits all day planning what they’re gonna do.
Most kids just hop on and figure it out on the way.
Hope this help Steve.
Have a great day.
Always in your corner.
Dedo (Chief MEME Officer)
Wow, what a provocative blog post!
The idea of implementing Pareto’s Principle in life and business (as Elon Musk allegedly does) is certainly intriguing.
However, the approach suggested here, while bold, might not be for everyone. Blindly throwing darts at Post-it notes to decide your next project could be seen as reckless by some, but perhaps it speaks to the need for decisive action in a world where waiting for the perfect moment often leads to stagnation.
I appreciate the emphasis on taking action rather than waiting for the stars to align.
And it’s true that waiting for the “right time” can be a never-ending cycle, it’s sometimes better to dive in and adjust course as needed.
However, I wonder if there’s a balance to be struck between spontaneity and thoughtful planning. How do you reconcile the need for action with the importance of strategic decision-making?
Hey Cris!
Great to see you and thanks for such an in depth comment (I appreciate it)
And you’re bang on about the dart thing!
It’s about speakin’ to the peeps that don’t take action.
You know the ones?
Those that sit and plan for years, until all of a sudden, life’s passed them by, and fk all’s been accomplished!
And again you’re spot on about proper prep’ (frikin’ genius you are!)
The 6 P’s…
Prior Preparation & Planning Prevents Poor Performance.
But, the dart board method isn’t a about jumpin’ out of a plane without your parachute (of course it isn’t)
You’d be daft NOT to mitigate risks, although to NOT risk anything is to risk NOT living.
Because, as you’re aware.
There are those who talk a good talk…
And those who walk the walk.
Who would you rather be?
Have a great day Chris.
Always in your corner.
Dedo (Chief MEME Officer)