Up Against The Wall

  • Keep your big picture in mind. A wall that looms large in the specific situation may be less troublesome in the context of your whole life.
  • Figure out what you do best and find a way to do more of it. That will point your thinking in a productive direction.
  • Don't focus on your company; focus on your skill set. That's what you are expanding, revitalizing, and ultimately marketing, whether inside your company or across the street.
  • The wall's the time to look sideways. Say yes to every opportunity. Raise your hand often. Build bridges across departments and across your profession.
  • When you're up against the wall, lean hard on your supports. We get through hard times by drawing strength from friends, family, sports, art, culture—all resources necessary to recharge your thinking.
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