Thursday, April 2, 2009

Making Vision Stick 9: VSIs (Vision Slippage Indicators)

Andy warns us that there will be times when we feel the passion for our vision “slipping”. Here are some signs to look for…

VSIs (Vision Slippage Indicators): Projects, Products, & Programs

Beware of ANYTHING—no matter how new, popular, or powerful it may seem—that distracts from your vision! Let me be clear: new projects, products, & programs are fine (here’s the key) as long as they are vision-centric. Here’s a phrase that will help you look at new ideas through the vision lens: “Think steps, not programs.” It’s great to want to get people involved, but we’ve got to do it right… If it doesn’t help fulfill our vision, we’re contradicting ourselves.

So, keep your eyes on new things. While you’re watching, be listening, too… I’ll share 3 VSIs to listen for next time.

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