Slow and steady wins the race

They say that patience is a virtue, but as entrepreneurs it is not a trait that is familiar to many. We tend to be passionate, overly enthusiastic, business warriors who dash in where others fear to tread, often regretting the speed at which take the leap without having spent the time to really reflect on our decisions. Patience is a highly underrated skill for entrepreneurs, and it is one we need to pay closer attention to, as there are times when patience can pay real dividends. For example, think about how important it is to bring the right people with the right skills and personality into your business, and how taking your time to make the right decision on those people is critical. Exercising patience, doing the research, getting referrals, scanning the marketplace for that people talent, is a necessity.  Remember the old fable, ’The Tortoise and the Hare’ - slow and steady wins the race - it’s all about being patient.