Among a group of 8 – 10 palm trees, one stood out because its trunk took a sharp turn to the right about 2/3 of the way from the ground. Had it continued along the growth trajectory indicated by the bottom 2/3, the top third of the tree would have competed for space with the tree next to it – which was much larger. This visual illustrates an important concept in business – i.e., there are times when we need to take a metaphorical “sharp right” to continue to grow and thrive. For example, when the market for your products or services is very competitive, taking a sharp right can make you stand out from the crowd. Choosing this action may be especially important when your competitors are larger than you are. Alternatively, by taking a sharp right you may end up creating a niche in which you have no competition. Just be sure that where you end up after making the turn is aligned with your purpose.
Where might you end up by taking a sharp right?
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