Don't Play Safe!

This week on my flight to Bangalore, happen to meet one of my Ex Colleagues, who was sounding very frustrated with his Present Job, had not received appraisal as per his expectations. He took out his Business Plan on which he has been working for long and wanted my inputs whether he should quit his job and get into an Entrepreneurial role. He was among the many I had met in the last few years waiting until they have all the information they want before making a decision putting them at risk of waiting too long. Sure, we do need to do homework, run the numbers and assess the pros and cons. But sometimes we have to put our spreadsheet aside, trust our instinct and take a leap of faith, despite the uncertainty and don't play safe.

In a world where change is happening fast and the windows of opportunity are limited, indecision can be costly. Some of us equate playing it safe with being sensible and prudent. But most of the time, it’s something else altogether. The real problem isn’t safety or risk at all. The real problem is fear. As humans, we are hard-wired to allow fear into our decision making. Most of us simply don’t understand fear, where it comes from, or the role it plays in what we choose to do or not do.

Too often we assume that we have to feel brave before making changes or taking chances on what inspires us (even if it scares us at the same time). Not true! I strongly believe that the more we act with courage and face our fears, the more courageous we become. As we begin to step out of our comfort zone, we not only build confidence to handle risks but create opportunities we’re not able to see from where we are now. Whatever we do, don't play it safe. Don't do the things they've always been done. Don't try to fit the system. Take Chances. Chase the dreams. Don't Play Safe and Be Boring. Start Living!

Happy Sunday!! Keep Moving & Smiling!!🏃🏽😊