We are in the age of the “BOSS”. Many are using the term to describe a person who not only leads people or has people reporting to them, but also to describe a person demonstrating the ability to make great strides in entrepreneurship. I believe individuals have the opportunity to be a “BOSS” in any aspect of life. The key to this is: Build on Something Solid. Solid foundations enable us to be wise builders. What do I mean when I say have a solid foundation? There was a story given by a wise teacher who instructed his followers that if they heeded his words and put his words to practice, they would be like a wise man who built his house on the rock. Afterwards the rain came, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against the house but the house did not fall because it had its foundation on the rock. The teacher understood that he offered principles that were sound and were sturdy and if his followers adhered to his principles, they would be able to face obstacles but not fail.
In the excitement of our times, most of us desire greatness and some level of accomplishment with the work of our hands. This is possible but how many stop to consider the foundation first? Have you assessed what values, beliefs, habits, and processes you adhere to that will allow you to be successful? Have you assessed if there are areas that need strengthening? Are you aware of the time commitment necessary to have a solid foundation? Most foundations must be allowed to ‘settle’.
Considering these questions, my thought today is if you desire to be a “BOSS”, then Build on Something Solid.
Seek a solid spiritual foundation. Seek a solid foundation in knowledge and wisdom that is enhanced by curiosity. Seek a solid foundation in technical expertise and agility. Seek a solid business plan with a solid product or service. Seek a solid foundation with great processes. Seek a solid value system. Seek solid communication. All of these produce for a great foundation and will undergird whatever you seek to accomplish. Then as you move forward, when the unexpected trials and storms approach, whatever has been built can be sustained because in the end, you know the foundation is sure. Brilliant ones, let’s go build, but build on something solid!