Big People

“Big things require big people!”

I heard these words from a BP IT executive at a “town hall” meeting, and it started me thinking.

The statement is true, and when a company like BP needs to accomplish something big, it can go out and hire people who are as big as the challenge requires.

What happens, though, when an individual has to accomplish something big? We can’t just go out and hire all the talent in the world. Most times we have two choices: Get big enough for the challenge or give up without trying. How many dreams have gone unfulfilled or how many achievements have gone unrealized because someone shrunk away from a challenge instead of rising to the occasion? How many times in your personal life have you either let something go or pushed yourself to get big enough for the situation?

Right now – right this minute before you read more or do anything else – stop and make a list of the challenges you’re facing or the dreams you want to fulfill. Now list the ways in which you must “get bigger” to get where you want or need to be.

Now ask yourself what ONE THING you can do TODAY to move yourself in the right direction. Do this one thing TODAY, and do one or two more tomorrow. By taking small steps you can build momentum, and before you know it, you’ll be much closer to your goal.
Here’s some good news: You’re not alone. You don’t have to do this on your own. Other people are willing to help you and support you. Ask your network for ideas, information or to help you be accountable. Draw upon others to give you a hand, and offer yours to them.