The success and failure for
entrepreneur is largely dictated by ability to gain access to resources, both personal as well as those of others.So big question is then 'how does one become more resourceful?' Like many of skills of entrepreneur, resourcefulness requires constant cultivation. However, if you can develop this one skill payoff will greatly exceed cost!
Below are 4 simple strategies you can put into practice to increase your resourcefulness;
1. Manage Your State.
The best way to gain access to an increased level of personal resources is by managing your state of mind and being. If you are feeling lousy, chances are internal resources that you are able to tap into are going to be pretty lousy as well. If you are in good physical condition, well rested, fed and hydrated, your ability to push yourself towards destiny you desire vastly increases.
Develop awareness around what pushes you into both productive and unproductive states. Then if you really want to be more resourceful, make simple decision to do more of things that inspire your productivity and less of things that don't. One of disciplines I personally follow, is exercising first thing in morning before I do anything else. If I miss a day, difference in my energy levels and consequently my resourcefulness is profound.
2. Seek Out Expert Resources.
Your ability to succeed in business is largely influenced by your ability to gain access to expert knowledge. The secret here is that you don't actually have to be one that has that knowledge! You just need to be able to know when and where to find it.
Make a habit out of leveraging experience and expertise of others. Meet with these people in person or access their knowledge through their books, CDs/DVDs, coaching programs and workshops if they offer them. You'll be amazed at transformational effect it can have on your business.
