Founders' Fire: A Three-Step Guide for Reigniting Passion in Your Growing Business
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By Steve Klinetobe, ScalePassion Inspiration Catalyst
Hey, Founders, remember that mad-monkey energy you had when you started your venture? It was top-shelf inspiration that shook you awake in the middle of the night and compelled you to order way too many whiteboards. However, as your business grows, sustaining that level of inspiration is a challenge. What happened to the passion? Suddenly everything feels flat.
Don't worry!
It's still there, just buried. Here are three ways to dig down and rekindle the fire.
1. Craft a Founder's Anthem
A Founder's Anthem, is a profound, emotionally charged testament to the 'Why' behind your entrepreneurial quest. This anthem serves as a perpetual reminder, a passionate echo of your initial motivations, always within a hand's grasp, fueling your spirit.
At ScalePassion, we consider this an essential initial step. Crafting your anthem early in your journey ensures authenticity and raw passion.
2. Infuse Your 'WHY' Deep into Your Corporate Strategy
Next, let's talk strategy. But this isn't just about numbers and business models; it's about weaving your 'WHY' into the fabric of your business. This ensures your initial goals and values aren't lost amidst spreadsheets and revenue targets but remain an active, pulsating part of your playbook. When your passion becomes so intertwined with your strategy, it will naturally affect everything you do: branding, product development, human resources, customer service, and so on. It's magic like that.
3. Incorporate It into Culture
The culture of your organization should resonate with your founding energy. Make your Founder's Anthem part of the daily conversation. Don't be afraid to be human. Get emotional. Baking your 'WHY' into the culture of your organization ensures the founding fire becomes an infectious resource, inspiring not just you but also your employees.
In short, don't hide your passion. Write it on those brand-new whiteboards! Let it surface and influence every aspect of your business. After all, the more you're inspired, the more inspirational you'll become.
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