Don't look at complaints as a problem Today's Scripture:
Wise men and women are always learning, always listening for fresh insights.
Proverbs 18:15
Have you ever wondered how household products can seemingly be ever-new and improved? It is as if they are constantly adding new fragrances, uses, and features to products that have been around for years. We do this in food items at the pickle company as well. If the product itself has not changed, then the packaging is at least redesigned frequently. The idea of something being new and fresh is appealing to most people. It intrigues and compels people to try it out, whether it is a product, a theme park ride, or a new menu or item at a favorite restaurant.
Wise leaders are always seeking new ideas and innovations. You can find them all around if you are curious enough. Focus groups are often used to test new products, from detergent to toys. But you can use focus groups in many other leadership situations, too. For instance, if you are ready to revamp a policy at work, call together a focus group to discuss a better way of doing it. You can include a variety of stakeholders, from leadership representatives to end users. The collective creative pool may reveal more than you could on your own.
Often just listening to people's opinions in general conversation can spark new ideas for you. If you are open-minded and willing to probe for insight, you can find new ideas that raise the standard beyond average.
Many times innovations are born out of complaints or problems and the desire to do well.
Selah people' and friends choose a complaint that you hear often. Think of several creative ways to solve the problem. You will challenge your creative thinking, and you may find an innovation.
Your pastor,
Rev Patrick Muston (Via mobile ~ Mount Olive, NC)
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