Fear is a terrible thing. It paralyzes us from taking action on beliefs. But, without action, our beliefs are basically worthless.
“It’s easier to act your way into good thinking than to think your way into good action.”
This was a quote used to wrap up “Plan Vs. Act – Rise To The Challenge.” In the context of this post, it is part of the formula below.
(intent + idea) x (belief + action) = creation
Beliefs or mindsets frame how we navigate life. They influence how we connect with people. As well, they enable or inhibit our creative pursuits.
Bold action on beliefs
In a team context, action is what achieves outcomes.
Action is also what serves as the “engine for creation.” In “177 Mental Toughness Secrets of the World Class”, Steve Siebold wrote,
“The goal of world-class performers is to solve problems fast and move on to solving
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bigger, more complex problems. After all, the great ones know business and enterprise
are based on problem solving. It’s the cornerstone of commerce.”
This is true for teams as well. Problem-solving is action.
Bigger problems take bolder action to solve. All written, this is where the rubber meets the road in the creative process.
