Be a “Creative” Problem Solver
If you’ve been around the Abundance Bound community for a little while you probably know that in addition to being an entrepreneur I am also an actor. I’ve shared my story about how I came to start Abundance Bound – so I won’t do that again here. But one of the biggest things I’ve come to understand over the years is that in order to be a successful artist, one must develop and apply the business skills of an entrepreneur. AND, in order to thrive as an entrepreneur, one must develop and apply the creative skills of an artist.
Owners who have experienced success in their small business are often masters of being creative. Thinking outside the box creates endless opportunities. Entrepreneurs who cannot force themselves to be inventive and to become “creative problem solvers,” have a long, tough road ahead of them.
While it may come easier to some more than others, creativity is possible and attainable for all of us and in fact can be the key to solving problems, moving forward and growing in every way. When it comes to marketing your products and services, are you just following the pack (boring!) or do you constantly brainstorm ways to stand out from the crowd? What makes you unique? How can you use your imagination to capture the attention of your target audience?
Financial objectives and financial organization can also be greatly influenced by the use of creativity. Now don’t get me wrong, the last thing you should do is stretch the truth in your reports. Using fair and honest accounting principles is essential. But what about finding creative ways to cut costs? Use non-name brand office equipment. Take a late flight instead of paying for a hotel. Find a talented and motivated student to create your website rather than paying top dollar for an established designer. These are just a few examples where creativity with your finances can really pay off in the long run.
Creativity is the starting point for innovation, which is the force that drives small businesses to the top. As I work to meet the needs of my clients, I strive to find new ways to make the information engaging. Let’s face it – just the words “financial education” can make people’s eyes glaze over as they fight back an enormous yawn. So I’m faced with a choice. I can just try to hammer home the point that understanding money is important OR I can take risks – try new things and be open to outside input, constantly seeking creative ways to make the learning accessible and even fun.
Throughout the sea of constant change, endless road blocks and the curious unknown, being open to creative solutions will likely provide all of the answers any entrepreneur will need. Learn more tips to bringing creativity to every aspect of your business operations at http://www.abundanceboundsystem.com.
