Finding, Fighting, and Winning Key Battles in Your Business

Good afternoon, folks! Thanks for joining us here in the Business Discussion board. I hope you all are doing well. It's currently snowing where I'm at so I plan to stay in and stay warm. Anyways, today I'm stopping by to share an article with you from inc.com that offers some pointers on how to not only find key battles for your business but win them as well.

"Morgan, did you say finding the right battles?" Yes, certain battles in business are going to happen, that's a fact, however the writer mentions a lot of times people will spend their time on the wrong problems, and not on focusing on what actually matters. Here are some tips:

Set personal objectives and make your own decisions
"Listen to others and seek their input, but don't allow them to make your decision for you. Follow your own interests and business insights to increase satisfaction and long-term success."

Help others who have the potential for helping you
By helping others you can learn from their mistakes. In turn, your help will also be remembered if there comes a time when you need theirs.

Surround yourself with people who are smarter than you
Now I know this may be difficult, cause look at you, so smart, but we all can't be experts at everything. Network with others who have experience in the field rather than just friends and family.

Become an active listener, and ask more questions
"Pick your battles carefully, since real analysis requires focus, and this is required for good decisions and positive outcomes."

Budget your time carefully to work on the right problem
I know you come in contact with a lot being a small business owner but it's important to focus on the matters (or battles) that are important to your future as a whole. Time management is your very best friend.

Don't let fear of failure lead you to compromise your values
If you don't fail from time to time, it means you're not even trying. Just know that it's going to happen but you can't let the fear of failure allow you to compromise.

These are just a few ideas to help you stay on the path for success when sorting out issues and fighting battles as a business. Check out the full article linked above for even more advice. And feel free to share your own! We always love hearing your expertise and success stories!