The Reward of Struggle
"What is worth savoring that isn't worth toil.
Is gain satisfying without cost?
Without darkness can we explain light?
Without darkness can we explain light?
Our teacher is pain, our brother the fight.
Our effort is gain but our pride the price.
No bliss in bereavement but strength through the test.
Reward through trial: That is wisdom expressed." - Unknown author
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Poetry? No this isn't Deep Thoughts by Jack Handy but I have a management philosophy supported with recent story to share that I hope inspires you in a way that might dramatically improve your business.
While the Napa quake was more than a bummer for many, it produced some really interesting positive results such as creeks that started flowing in the middle of a three year drought.
Another positive from the quake and the work I did talking to wineries to determine a damage estimate: I've now heard four separate stories about wineries who found something during the clean up - and one CEO in particular who found something he had lost for some time in the clutter and din of repetitive work. He found his well-intended efforts were to blame for the problems his winery faced.
