Don’t Quit, You Haven’t Failed
Being an entrepreneur coach in Boston when I help startups enhance their performance, some of the most powerful tools at their disposal are those that are inspirational and tactical.
To help you be a better entrepreneur this week I focused on understanding the difference between failure and quitting. In 2021, having a peer group will vastly increase your odds of success which is why I’ve created founder’s circles just for entrepreneurs.
Send a message to check-in and learn about the entrepreneur groups I've created for 2021.
- Mark
1. Don’t Quit, You Haven’t Failed
We’re two weeks into 2021 and this week I found out most people fail to keep their New Year’s resolution by February.
I was disappointed to think of many entrepreneurs and startups giving up on their dreams.
When I started reflecting on entrepreneur’s journeys setting goals I realized the reporting has it wrong. We’re confusing two concepts when it comes to our goals: Quitting and Failing.
When you quit you give up, cease to do, move on.
When you fail you lose out, suffer defeat, take a beating.
If your goal this year is to write a blog, run a race, launch a business then judging its success or failure by week two is short-sighted. It’s understandable to feel disappointed or anxious if you've encountered challenges in the beginning, but it isn't a failure.
This is your year, continue on, and don't quit!
2. Remarkable Circle
Surrounding yourself with people who elevate you and push you outside your comfort zone is one of the fastest ways to accelerate growth.
Even those of us with the best intentions of surrounding ourselves with positive, inspiring people often make one critical mistake. We tend to wait for serendipity to bring these people into our lives instead of intentionally seeking them out.
As entrepreneurs intentionality is essential to our success. Being part of a group where you can learn from peers and build lasting relationships is the new world. You know the huge changes from last year present amazing opportunities for 2021 and aligning yourself with these opportunities now is vital to your success. Grow your peer group today and send me a message to join one of the founder’s circles I’m creating.
Are you part of a remarkable circle?