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Episode 1174

Facing Business Drama? Here’s Our 3-Step Recovery Plan: Episode 1174

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Episode 1174 – Facing Business Drama? Here’s Our 3-Step Recovery Plan

Embracing Business Challenges: A Guide to Thriving Through Adversity Hey Cleaning Nation! Today, we’re diving into how to handle those tricky moments in business when things don’t go as planned. Spoiler alert: It’s all about how you respond.

The Power of a Positive Perspective

In business, it’s easy to get caught up in celebrating our successes, but real growth often comes from dealing with challenges. Suzanne and Mike discuss the idea that our true character—and our business success—is revealed not when everything is going smoothly, but when things go sideways. Success isn’t just about profits; it’s about how we handle those rough patches and how we choose to experience our business.

The Three-Step Recovery Plan

Suzanne shares a three-step approach to dealing with business setbacks, inspired by her mentor Bob Proctor. The steps are straightforward:

  1. It Is What It Is: Accept that the past is beyond our control. You can’t change what’s already happened, so don’t waste energy on what can’t be undone.
  2. Harvest the Good: Look for the lessons in the situation. What can you learn from it to prevent similar issues in the future? This is your chance to grow.
  3. Let It Go: Decide to release what doesn’t serve you. Holding onto negativity only drags you down. Instead, focus on moving forward.

Mike and Suzanne illustrate these steps with examples like handling negative reviews and mistakes made by employees. Whether it’s a bad review or a broken item, how you handle these moments can define your business’s trajectory.

Extreme Ownership: Taking Responsibility

Mike emphasizes the importance of extreme ownership in business. It’s tempting to blame others or external factors when things go wrong, but true growth comes from examining what you could have done differently. For instance, if you get a negative review, instead of pointing fingers, reflect on what you could have done better. This mindset helps you improve and adapt rather than getting stuck in blame.

Shaping Your Vision and Actions

Suzanne suggests that we should align our actions with your business vision. If you envision a team that’s cohesive and high-performing, use setbacks as opportunities to refine your team and processes. Make decisions based on this vision and act swiftly to address issues. Delaying tough conversations or actions only prolongs the problem.

The Call to Action: Make a Change

Mike wraps things up with a powerful call to action. He encourages listeners to take charge of their responses and make proactive changes. Don’t just repeat the same actions and expect different results. Embrace the lessons learned from challenges and use them to drive improvement in your business. Whether it’s dealing with a client complaint or managing a team issue, taking control and making thoughtful decisions will lead to a better business and a more fulfilling experience.

Remember, it’s not about what happens to you but how you respond that truly shapes your success. So next time you face a setback, follow Suzanne’s three steps, take extreme ownership, and act with your vision in mind. Your business and your energy will thank you for it.

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