The Most Insightful Reader Comments

(so far)

Tracy WiesePartner at 3.2.1 LLC

“The mental image of a ‘pivot’ that popped into my head is of a person in a lunge position, with one foot in the current spot just long enough to establish the new direction well, then off she goes!”

Harley DellPresident/CEO at Results First

“The first step to Pivot failure is thinking I know how to solve someone else’s problem without considering what they think the problem is. Talk to everyone about your passion and listen.”

Marina HartManager - Recruiting & Business Development at Technosoft Corporation

“Remember that pivoting yourself only sets your sights on a new direction, you must still take the steps (or leaps) that are necessary to move from point A to point B. Pivoting is the first step, not the end result.”

Russell FaustIn permanent beta: learning, improving, evolving ...

“As technology, robotics, off-shoring, outsourcing, and crowd-sourcing continue to evolve, those who are ‘successful’ in this environment must be able to reinvent themselves constantly; to learn new skills; to expand their networks; to start ‘new careers’ ... to pivot.”

Theresa MerrillLinkedIn Marketing Trainer | LinkedIn Expert | Speaker LinkedIn Profile Writer | Social Media Coach | Social Selling

“To grow, and uncover new opportunities, you must connect with people outside your immediate circle of friends.”

David Williams, PMP, CSMVersatile Senior Leader - EHS and Operational Excellence

“You can't gather the information you need or conduct the necessary experiments in your own head - you need outside input.”

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