Many have experienced draw down over the last couple of years with the economic recession. Choosing one’s attitude in the midst of a crisis is important.

Most choose to react, some to respond. But the minority choose to take action and initiate.  For them it’s critical to adjust and initiate changes necessary to overcome the obstacles and even profit during a crisis.

Merely reacting emotionally as the victim of circumstance does not change anything.  Responding is better –it’s important cope with the situation and make adjustments. But effective leaders don’t just let things happen to them, they anticipate change even when things are going great.

Anticipation and initiation are important ingredients for ongoing success in any business or venture.  Leaders access the situation and take action immediately.   Leaders view challenges as opportunities — the glass half empty or half full scenario.

Be different than the majority, embrace change and make something happen!  I’ll leave you with a quote. “A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.”

- Winston Churchill