Opportunity: You Must See It To Seize It!

In order to succeed, we must stay positive and truly believe that even in a tough market, great opportunities exist. We need to embrace the fact that optimism is non-negotiable in our quest for success! For some, optimism comes naturally. If you're not one of those, optimism can be learned and practiced.

Case in point...
It was early in the 2nd quarter in Monday Night's game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Miami Dolphins. The Colts were trailing and the count was 3rd and 8. Quarterback Peyton Manning calls for a no-huddle, hurry up offense and as soon as the ball is snapped, the penalty flags fly! Miami had 12 men on the field, costing them a 5 yard penalty. Now on 3rd and 3, Manning passes the ball to Reggie Wayne for a 1st down. That drive resulted in a 3 point field goal to tie the game. Manning, paying close attention to his opponents, saw confusion on Miami's sidelines, hurried the play call and caught his opponent off guard....opportunity seized!

The stats at the end of the game told an even better story. The Colts only had possession of the football for 15 of the 60 minutes played and yet, they won the game. The sideline announcer asked Manning how they won with so few scoring opportunities. Manning replied, "We believe that when we get the ball, we have to do everything we can to be effective." Bottom line, every time they saw an opportunity, they seized it!

Are you hoping or are you actively looking for a great opportunity? In order to see them, you must expect them. More importantly, you must believe you are ready to take full advantage of every opportunity that presents itself.

Is this a scary economy? An unstable marketplace? Heck yes, it is! But you have a choice. Would you prefer to keep your head down and mope about how tough things are or would you rather hold your head up high, looking for every opportunity out there?

Over the years, Peyton Manning trained himself to look for any and all opportunities. His enthusiasm and love for the game is what drives him each and every play. That brand of enthusiasm cannot co-exist with doubt, failure, greed, jealousy, procrastination, fear or hatred. It only thrives on positive thought and action.

Choose to see the opportunities...then seize them!