What to do when things get tough
Building a company is really hard. Here’s some advice which has helped me.
Move
You can only play the hand that you are dealt.
You are where you are.
Accept your circumstances, don’t complain about how you got there.
Learn from your mistakes, but don’t dwell on them.
Talk
You are not an expert.
You don’t have all the answers.
It’s ok.
Share your problems with those around you.
Act
Play the hand– what decisions can you make right now.
Make decisions quickly.
What actions can you take right now.
Take actions immediately.
Don’t overthink
Don’t think about what if.
Don’t waste your time thinking about a scenario before it has occurred.
Play your hand, don’t think about the next card.
Focus
Commit 100% to your plan of action.
You can’t afford a Plan B.
Focus only on what is in front of you.
Fight
Be proud.
Don’t show weakness.
Don’t give up.