We look around to see what others are doing. We may occasionally look for the slight edge we can get to compete more effectively – but without straying too far from the fold. We’re often all too ready to respond to pressures to do things the way others want us to do them. We follow our job description at work; and if out of work, we take the prescribed path to find a new position. We’re ready to go to Princeton, or another destination chosen by someone else, without ever experiencing the opportunity to pursue more “risky business.”

Unfortunately, the world increasingly holds less rewards for folks who memorize the policies and procedures or who follow the template. Yet, if you always follow the rules, how do you know what you can truly achieve? So, if you sense you may be playing it just a little too safe, go ahead and say it… Open the door to the freedom that brings opportunity, because opportunity makes your future.

If you can’t say it, you can’t do it!