What is it about fear that immobilizes an individual or an organization? The fear of failure… The fear of not understanding how to use a specific tool.. The fear of being left behind.
The problem with fear is that it paralyzes and damages the great things your company or organization can do in the future. At Brandswag we come across many individuals, companies and organizations that are simply afraid of jumping into the world of “the social web.”
It could be the fear of open conversation. It could be the fear of not knowing what to do. What is driving your company? What is the driving factor for not changing? What is keeping you from not adapting to the changing world of communication?
The simple fact…
You cannot let fear rule the way you run your business. The world is changing. People are controlling conversations, brands, and causes. Your brand is built by people. Why not use the tool most associated with communication?
You may not want to change for a variety of reasons… but you don’t really have the choice. Remember the term Evolve or Die. It applies here.
Here is what I want you to do… Next time you are sitting down and reviewing methods and procedures for the marketing of your product or service and that fear starts to rise in the back of your mind… you have two choices…
Ignore it or Embrace it.
Which one do you think is going to revolutionize your company or organization in the years to come?
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Personally, I like kicking fear in the balls. That way I really take it down for the count. Being bold leads to big payoffs, success and awards. You can be a pedestrian marketer or one that actually takes a chance. It's your call.