This Is What An Operator Should Do
Summary
- When opposing an idea, I always start by complimenting it. If Alex shares an idea, I would say it's amazing to show I value his creativity.
- My role is to inform the visionary person, like Alex, what it takes to make the idea happen. This involves providing specific details, costs, and steps needed.
- For example, if Alex wants to host 5,000 people at a resort, I would research the needed insurance, costs, and booking times.
- Presenting detailed evidence of what it would take often makes people reconsider their ideas. Sharing the practical aspects helps the visionary see the broader picture.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest implementing a strategy to always start by complimenting someone's idea. For example, if someone shares a new concept, begin by saying it’s amazing. This helps build a positive atmosphere and shows you value their creativity. It's a no-cost way to improve communication.
After complimenting the idea, explain the steps needed to make it happen. For instance, if someone wants to hold a big event, research the costs, like insurance and booking times. Gather all the practical details and present them clearly. This helps everyone see the broader picture.
A good way of doing this is by breaking down the tasks. If a business idea requires certain permits, show the time and money needed to get them. By laying out these details, people can better understand the effort involved and might rethink their ideas.
Keep the detailed evidence ready. It’s a simple but powerful step. You don’t need to say it's impossible. Just present what it would actually take to execute the plan. This way, the person can make an informed decision.
These steps are quick and cost very little. Mainly, it’s about doing some research and having clear communication. This will help anyone in a business role or personal growth journey to make smarter, more thoughtful decisions. Remember, the goal is to support the idea's feasibility, not to shoot it down.
By applying these strategies, you'll find you can manage new ideas more effectively, making sure everyone understands what’s required without feeling discouraged. This approach helps in making better decisions, saving time and resources in the long run.
Full Transcript
so if you're going to oppose an idea first I would say you complement the idea so if he gives me an idea and he's like I have this idea wow that's an amazing idea that's so good that would be amazing then the next piece is like if somebody's coming to you for it it's because you are the one that's supposed to know what it takes to make it happen the job of anybody who's in operator role or somebody head of execution is to inform somebody who's in a more Visionary seat of what the cost is oh you want to get a resort and have 5,000 people stay at that Resort that bought your new book okay I'm going to look into that and I'm going to tell you the kind of insurance we would need how much it would cost how far ahead we would have to cook and then I will present the evidence and say we can do that this is what it would take literally 9 times out of 100 that's enough for someone to be like I don't even like this idea anymore
