Portland is known for their street friendliness. Whether on a bike or on foot, the pedestrian can be confident that motorists are watching out for them.  While traveling recently, I was almost surprised that this isn’t always the case in other places throughout the country.  In other places the pedestrian must have confidence to take charge of the moment and just use the crosswalk, trusting the vehicles will stop.  If they don’t take their confidence seriously, vehicles just won’t stop.  They don’t wait for you, you have to make them wait.

This lesson reminds me that the same often applies to businesses and business owners. Whether buying, selling, or networking, businesspeople must take the reigns and take the steps to further their business efforts.  Be aggressive.  Be confident.  Create a goal, go after it and be unyielding to any obstacles. Don’t let others or circumstances determine your destiny, but rather, take solid action towards your future and the future of your business.

Jamie Teasdale – www.jjtsolutions.com