History is replete with the amazing accomplishments of teams: Apollo 13, the survival and rescue of Captain Edwards, sequencing the human genome, and building the atomic bomb, all required near superhuman effort by remarkably focused teams. The ability to work in a team environment is crucial for success in any important endeavor. But, competition is human nature. There is a thrill that comes from working harder, excelling faster, surpassing your peers and becoming the best. Because of this competitive nature, it can be difficult for some people to become a true team … [Read more...]
Risk Taking: When to Dismount a Dead Horse
Taking risks is no doubt scary, there is no definite outcome, and there is no guarantee for success. But risk-takers are the people who make history. People who take calculated risks are often the ones who reap extraordinary benefits. Taking risks and failure go hand in hand and you shouldn’t be afraid to do either if you want to set your goals high. When it comes to entrepreneurial ventures, Dr. Shufeldt is the first to admit he has made mistakes, and some ideas have never come to fruition. But trying, and taking that leap of faith is what creates innovation and breakthroughs in … [Read more...]
Wouldn’t it be nice to LOVE your job?
The mantra of entrepreneurship is to find something that you love to do and create a profession out of it. This is the basis of the Outlier Series and what fuels author Dr. John Shufeldt’s endeavors. However, sometimes a passion that was once ignited inside dwindles, you no longer love your job or running your business and are unsure why. Maybe this is a situation that you can relate to. Have you ever have a hobby that you loved and as soon as you stepped out and tried to make it into a profession it became a daunting monotonous task? The mind is a powerful tool and you would be surprised … [Read more...]