Trouble in the curve
The only way to get perspective is to stand back. Sometimes with the added distance of time. But it doesn’t have to be six months or…
Straight lines are simple. More of the same, predictable, a little fog sometimes so go slow when you have to. A bit of congestion ahead, huh, no rush, we can handle it. All good.
The trouble is in the curves. Two extremes:
– The ones you’re forced to take fast – reacting quickly racks up risk and cost as you’re forced to manoeuvre, take sidesteps and divert down blind alleys. Customers hate emergency curves.
– The ones you’ve planned to take – new routes, new places, new skills, new people. Go slow before you go fast. Leaders love planned curves.
Both kinds: the earlier you see the curve, the more prepared, the faster and smoother the progress.
Shorter: Smooth + planned = good. Hard + emergency = bad.
With customers, shareholders, staff, managers, everyone … early warnings help.
Skippy strategy: As soon as you see the curve … get set.
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