Sometimes, however, we need to repair and reinforce our foundations. That may involve taking a big step backwards. We might feel this means moving in the wrong direction; nevertheless, taking a backward step could be one of the most effective ways of moving forwards, according to the addicted2success.com website.
No time for false pride
At the beginning, we are always excited about our big plans. Everything is amazing and everything can be dealt with. Then there arise some problems: our smile fades and there may even appear some tears. We missed something at the beginning and now we have to deal with it.
In such situations our ego can be our own worst enemy. So we need to put that ego on hold for a while. If we can do that, we will grow massively and improve. By taking a few steps backwards in order to reinforce our foundations, we can begin reasoning and questioning the situation really honestly.
Start asking yourself
What do you really need to do to solve your situation? Think about the core issues that need fixing. It may be the lack of a system or proper procedures. It may be insufficient academic knowledge or not enough experience. These are the foundations you need to check, ponder over and maybe do something to improve.
Don’t complicate things
Aim for simple solutions. Don’t lose sight of your end goal. Simple solutions means basic solutions. Taking backward steps may be difficult as it evokes unpleasant feelings of failure. However, if you find the simple solution and see clearly what you need to do, you are on the right track and the steps you take – even if initially backwards – will ultimately prove to be the biggest steps towards your goal.
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