99 Deadly Business Mistakes

How Much Is Stubbornness Costing You In Your Business Every Day?

September 20, 2023 Eric Edmeades Season 1 Episode 5
How Much Is Stubbornness Costing You In Your Business Every Day?
99 Deadly Business Mistakes
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99 Deadly Business Mistakes
How Much Is Stubbornness Costing You In Your Business Every Day?
Sep 20, 2023 Season 1 Episode 5
Eric Edmeades

In this podcast episode, Eric shares a personal story of choosing the wrong location for a business venture, driven by personal reasons and a refusal to budge despite opposition. This inflexibility cost him valuable time and learning opportunities. 

Key Takeaways:

  • Intransigence and stubbornness can hinder personal and business growth.
  • Personal biases and refusal to adapt can lead to costly mistakes and missed opportunities.
  • Recognize the importance of flexibility and openness to new ideas and perspectives.
  • Learn from examples like choosing the wrong location for a business venture and Blockbuster's rejection of Netflix.
  • Pause and reflect when faced with important decisions, considering what truly matters and seeking guidance from mentors or advisors.
  • Embracing the right level of flexibility in business can lead to freedom and increased chances of success.

Let Eric Edmeades inspire you to break free from the shackles of stubbornness and embrace the power of flexibility. Learn from his personal experiences and the cautionary tales of well-known companies. Remember, every decision holds the potential to shape your future. Don't let arrogance or intransigence be your downfall. Tune into this episode and discover the path to entrepreneurial freedom and growth.




Ask Eric Now: www.99deadlybusinessmistakes.com/ask

Show Notes

In this podcast episode, Eric shares a personal story of choosing the wrong location for a business venture, driven by personal reasons and a refusal to budge despite opposition. This inflexibility cost him valuable time and learning opportunities. 

Key Takeaways:

  • Intransigence and stubbornness can hinder personal and business growth.
  • Personal biases and refusal to adapt can lead to costly mistakes and missed opportunities.
  • Recognize the importance of flexibility and openness to new ideas and perspectives.
  • Learn from examples like choosing the wrong location for a business venture and Blockbuster's rejection of Netflix.
  • Pause and reflect when faced with important decisions, considering what truly matters and seeking guidance from mentors or advisors.
  • Embracing the right level of flexibility in business can lead to freedom and increased chances of success.

Let Eric Edmeades inspire you to break free from the shackles of stubbornness and embrace the power of flexibility. Learn from his personal experiences and the cautionary tales of well-known companies. Remember, every decision holds the potential to shape your future. Don't let arrogance or intransigence be your downfall. Tune into this episode and discover the path to entrepreneurial freedom and growth.




Ask Eric Now: www.99deadlybusinessmistakes.com/ask