Have you ever noticed that the word “great” can have two meanings? When you ask someone how their business is doing, they will answer you “great” meaning –
1. Business is really good. Products are selling and the money is rolling in. I hope that’s the case for you. Or they say, “great” which means that -
2. Business really sucks. I’m not selling much product, I can’t continue like this and my employees are out of control. Many business owners have read in a business book that if you say “great” long enough, it will really come true.

As a business Coach and Consultant, my follow-up question whenever I hear the second “great” and interpret it as meaning “poor” I ask, would you like some help fixing the problems? As brilliant as we all think we are, everyone needs help at some point in their business. Have you ever got your car stuck in the mud or snow and tried to get it out yourself. It can be practically impossible until someone comes along and gives you that extra push.

The word “Coach” also has several meanings like “Brainstorming, tough questions, experience, knowledge, accountability, caring, systems for success and in some cases, a shoulder to cry on.”

If your “great” means the latter, maybe it’s time to look for help. If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got!