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BY GLEN J. DALAKIAN, SR.
Opposition is Opportunity
At the gym, my trainer gives me exercises where opposition strengthens
and grows muscle. The same happens in business or personal
matters, where obstacles appear that we must overcome. When we
rise above and move beyond, we are usually all the better for it. Without
opposition, we would not grow or gain the experience to face the inevitable.
In every life, some rain must fall. We all face challenges, and it is
far more important how we handle them than what actually happens to
us. This push-back against the struggles is what builds us up and moves
us toward success. Studies have shown that people who push through the
and assume they had it easy, but I can assure you in most cases the costs
were high and the work was arduous in order for that individual to have the
rewards we may envy.
So if we are bound to face opposition in our work, and we want to
move forward toward the goals we see as important, why not be prepared
in advance? Those with wisdom will train to be stronger, perhaps by reading,
seminars, mentorships, etc. Some may set aside cash reserves in case
that inevitable “blip on the radar” unexpectedly pops up. In realty, we cannot
prepare for everything that may come, but there is much we can do to
be ready for the face-off that may threaten our position.
Here are six ways to work through opposition, which could allow you
to better traverse obstacles:
1. Respond. Don’t react: When something happens (as long as the need
is not emergent), it’s usually best to step back, wait patiently, evaluate
and then respond appropriately. A quick knee-jerk reaction is usually
the wrong path.
2.
map on how to proceed.
3. Recognize alternative options: Look for other routes to solve the dilemma.
Sometime there are paths that are hidden, but with an open
mind (or some outside help), they may emerge.
4. Seek wisdom: Look to others who have been through this before. See
what worked or didn’t work for them.
5. Identify resources: What do you have at hand to work with? Money,
manpower, time? Carefully consider all the tools at hand before pulling
the wrong one out.
6. Leave emotions out: Don’t be offended. Avoid the “why me?” syndrome.
It can only cloud your mind and lead to poor solutions.
“Success is not measured by what you accomplish, but by the opposition
you have encountered, and the courage with which you have maintained
the struggle against overwhelming odds.” –Orison Swett Marden
Glen J. Dalakian is the immediate past president of the Colts Neck
Business Association and host of Tandem Radio, a business talk show.
A writer and consummate entrepreneur, he is also the president
of CSAV Systems. Contact him at glenjd@tandemradio.com.
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