Five Ways to Advise a Good Friend
With a
Harebrained Idea by Cathy GoodwinQ. "My friend is
really excited about her new business
venture. She assures me her coach and boyfriend think it's a
winner. Personally, I think it's a harebrained scheme with
zero potential. How can I be supportive but also realistic?"
A. You're a good friend. It's easy to send lots of empty
cheer - but that won't help. And you're also wise to offer
support. Sometimes the most harebrained schemers become
multi-millionaires
.
Here are some suggestions to offer even the most sensitive
friend. And save them for the future, when it's your turn to
get excited about your own Great Adventure.
1. Talk to at least six people who have walked the trail you
want to follow. Recently a newcomer to my town shared her
new business concept. I honestly thought it was a terrific
idea, but urged her to talk to others who have started
businesses here. For example, she needs to talk to residents
who have worked with a supplier
she is evaluating.
2. Hire a second opinion. You'll get a whole new
perspective. He may have experience directly related to your
goal or ask the one question that will change your game
plan.
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3. Get a devil's advocate. Friends - and sometimes coaches -
may view themselves as your cheering section. "Whatever you
do - I'll support you" leads
to good friendship, but
challenging questions lead to great business decisions.
4. Move fast on information-gathering but slow on
commitment. Great business people make lightning-quick
decisions - -when they've spent years learning their market.
And they usually write an escape clause in case the world
hands them a surprise.
5. Celebrate action. You came up with an idea. You looked at
three locations or considered six versions of a website. You
talked to two consultants. And at the end of the day, you
said, "I think I'll pass. It's not right for me at this
time."
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Go ahead and celebrate - you got off the couch and moved!
You'll be in great shape to recognize the next opportunity
and you'll progress much faster to your ultimate goal.
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Cathy Goodwin, Ph.D., is an author, speaker and
career/business consultant, specializing in midlife moves
to new careers and lives.
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