Almost everyone faces tough times throughout their careers and businesses. While it’s common to feel sorry for oneself plus have concerns about paying the bills; during the day, it is critical to find a unique solution for oneself.

Adding a more open solution for potentially better outcomes is to consider unique ideas that may surprisingly complement what is already in place. Our blog offers insights to ‘embrace the open strategy for business growth’. It applies well to career growth as well.

Open-Door Policy

Typically, when an annoyance occurs, many are likely to put the brakes on, stopping all efforts to sort out the issue. It is wise to come to an understanding about ‘what just happened,’ but it isn’t smart to let it drain much time. Time management is a critical aspect for growth.

What is the open-door policy? It’s about opening one’s mind to the reasons why the issue occurred. Next, it is an inviting mindset to inquire of others if they experienced something similar and how they resolved it. Other steps are reading online about how to fix the problem or even using Google Search for a solution!

The opposite of an open-door policy is to be closed-minded. How many times have we heard, ‘He or she doesn’t know enough to bother asking!’ Often, the ask and answer depend upon a respectful inquiry and a willingness to listen, no matter how ‘absurd’ the answer may sound. Underneath the words are typically sound reasoning to consider. The solution may not be within our framework, but the professional response is to be respectful and thank the person for their time and insight.

Open Reasoning

Alone time allows us to replay all the words we heard and read from all vantage points, in addition to what we see and experience. Generally, there is more than one solution that will work well, and we must sift through every possibility to realize the better approach for what we have in mind.

Open Communications

A significant error that I experienced in the corporate sales arena is that people boasted that only their way would work, but that was hardly the case. Each person has a unique personality and process for handling information to proceed forward. We must recognize what will and won’t be beneficial for our endeavors. The critical piece is for all efforts to be consistent in all regards and not to waver. It’s the only way trust develops as people listen to and observe us in action.

Open to Sharing Results

Many people are reluctant to share with trusted others about their experiences, the attempts to resolve issues, and the results of their efforts due to embarrassment for not being ‘brilliant upfront’. However, by finding a trustworthy group to share all the above, the results will not only improve but also multiply upon careful listening to responses after the sharing completes.

Open Testing

Testing ideas and new approaches for old methods is never-ending. The ongoing effort won’t only improve current methods but also introduce us to more modern techniques. It’s particularly critical now that AI is making significant advances in all areas of life. Of course, cybersecurity is a major risk factor, more than ever. It’s wise to consider all aspects for improving business strategies.

Conclusion: Embrace the Open Strategy for Business Growth

Those who believe that there is only one solution to a question or issue often fail in the end. But those who are open to possibilities typically are the ones who excel in their endeavors. The question is, will we open the doors of opportunity?

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Sales Tips: Embrace the Open Strategy for Business Growth

1. Commit to your long-term vision for accomplishment(s). 
2. Always keep long-term goals in mind, including the type of people and business with which you prefer to work.
3. Upon feeling a connection with another, it’s wise to test a heart-to-heart and mind-to-mind conversation to see where it may lead.
4. Ask your prospects, clients, and peers how they are incorporating recent innovations and potentially exchange insights.
5. Never underestimate anyone’s novel ideas; remember that each person and country operate differently.
6. Share favorite learning moments with peers and current clients to improve client engagement.
7. Habitually seek out new ways to improve engagement for business growth.
8. At the end of all communications, ask team members involved if they have questions to ensure clarification.
9. ‘Don’t give up – find a better way!’
10. Celebrate Success!

Today’s insights are provided to help you achieve the Smooth Sale!