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One of the biggest challenges I see entrepreneurs struggle with is analysis paralysis. Even the most seasoned entrepreneur can get caught in a decision trap, not knowing which way to go. <\/p>\nOne of the biggest challenges I see entrepreneurs struggle with is analysis paralysis. Even the most seasoned entrepreneur can get caught in a decision trap, not knowing which way to go. <\/p>\n
Obsessing over which path to take kills time and creativity and keeps you from making progress toward success. Most of my friends and colleagues know me as the woman who “gets things done fast,” but even I have struggled with bouts of indecision \u2013 where I have so many options I’m unsure which one to pursue. After all, I’m only one person, and I can\u2019t possibly take every path.<\/p>\n
What do I do in such circumstances? Here\u2019s the rule I keep in mind that helps me when I hit one of these perplexing crossroads.<\/p>\n
Remember Any Decision Is Usually Better Than No Decision<\/b><\/p>\n
Many times we get into the mindset that there is only one right decision, or one best option. In matters that have no clear moral right or wrong, I\u2019ve found that movement trumps waiting around for the perfect answer.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re not sure which path is right, use your best judgement, pick one, and commit to it fast. If it\u2019s the wrong path, you\u2019ll know it soon enough. Something will show up to let you know it\u2019s a dead end or you\u2019ll get a strong sense that you\u2019re off path. Many times even a “less-than-ideal-path” still takes you where you need to go.<\/p>\n
But if you stand there bewildered at the crossroad, you may never know the right road to take, and you lose important momentum. Sometimes taking the wrong road eliminates it from your choices and you have a better idea which is the best road.<\/p>\n
This video perfectly illustrates this principle:<\/p>\n