When our fears are our business blocks

How many of you have ever in your business said; "we have always done it this way!"? I can say that this and "if it ain't broke don't fix it" are 2 particularly lethal things to say for business success.

If you have said this in your business, then I invite you to be curious about what the fears and belief's are that drive this thinking and associated behaviour. Just like an explorer visiting the glorious medina in Fez, give yourself permission to explore your own inner world and be really honest with yourself. What is really going on?

"It takes courage...to endure the sharp pains of self discovery rather than choose to take the dull pain of unconsciousness that would last the rest of our lives." Marianne Williamson 

Why are saying and believing these things a blocks for business success? For the very reason that they put a lid on innovation, experimentation and growth through learning.

Be patient and gentle with yourself as you do this. I find that sometimes just chatting about it with a good friend can help you identify unpick some of the fears. And try things a little differently next time.