Standing alone

Sometimes in business, you learn that when you need to make some harsh decisions, you often stand by yourself. It is good to listen to the advice of others; some of it is good, and some not so great. But in the final analysis, you are the boss, you make the final choice. That can be scary, because if it is a bad decision, you don't get to blame it on anyone but you!

I learned that today. I made a decision, albeit a quick one, but a choice nevertheless. Some are not happy with me and I don't blame them, but make a decision I did. I stand by my choice, but I stand alone. I can tell you that if you are tired and busy with work, it can seem like a momentous task to stand upright when everyone else around you is trying to knock you down.

Stand tall---stand alone.