The idea of man teaching an animal a lesson or two would hardly surprise any of us, I'm sure. In this series of articles we're going to reverse the roles. We're going to look closely at the traits and qualities of certain animals to see what we can learn from animals. Examining their characteristics should be a great aid in starting our home-based or a small business.
Our first animal is the Rhinoceros. What qualities does the Rhino possess? According to the Disney World of Knowledge encyclopedia pages 45 and 46, it has this to say about the Rhino, their skin is 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick. It can weigh from 2,000 to 5,000 lbs. Even though they may seem clumsy, their legs are strong and powerful. The Rhino can run 25-31 mph. If angered he will charge at whatever bothers it, horn first. Though not having keen eyesight, they have excellent hearing and smelling to sense danger. Their ears pinpoint the direction of the sound and their nose tells them if there is any need for worry. A Rhino's horn is hard enough that if he is charging, he can poke a hole in the door of a car. When frightened he can use his horn to toss his enemy into the air. His thick gray hide looks as tough and protected as an army tank. By the time it is fully grown it has very few enemies. his skin is so thick that the people of the region hunt them and use their hide for making shields. Rhino's are the only animal reportedly, not afraid of fire. Instead of running away if he is angered he has been known to go charging full speed ahead into the flames.
Now how does this tie in with a person trying to start a home business? Have you guessed already? In this article we will discuss just 2 of his many qualities. They are his thick skin and size. First we are going to discuss his size. Being one of the largest animals in the world, is it likely a Rhino would be intimidated by any other animal? Who would dare question or ridicule his idea to start his own business? And if someone were to dare what affect the opinion have on a Rhino? Do you think that Rhino would shrink under pressure? I think not! What about you? How do you stand up under pressure from those that may not see your vision as you see it? What if they tell you how foolish your idea sounds? They may even ask you "Why don't you go out and get yourself a real job?" Or they may be so helpful, they start telling you about this fantastic company in town that just happens to be hiring right now that has great benefits. Will all this negative talk bring you to a screeching halt in pursuit of your dream? Will you choose to stay in your comfort zone just a little while longer? Or will you charge off at warp speed like a Rhino after his prized prey? Let me warn you, this may call for an attitude adjustment on your part, your starting a home business that is, but it will be well worth the effort. What price are you willing to pay? Whatever the price, it must be paid in advance. Remember nothing "GOOD" comes without a price.
Next, we will consider the second characteristic of the Rhino, it's skin. Think of the many advantages of having skin as thick as a Rhino. The most important advantage of having thick skin as a person trying to start or work a home based business let alone a small business is that of having to deal with rejection. Most people have a real problem when it comes to dealing with rejection. Some seem to think that rejection will end all hopes for them. Think what is the worse thing that can happen to you if someone says no to you? Can you see it happening in your "mind's eye"? Well if you do not lie down and expire, what that says is that you can survive being told "NO". If your skin is thick as Rhino, we won't hear the no's or take rejection personally. Instead we will realize that success is a numbers game, we must go through the numbers, hear the no's to get to the yes's that will lead us to success. If you are determined to start your own business, then the only wise thing to do is to learn to deal with rejection. Again, don't take it personally, instead use your thick Rhino skin to charge full speed into the flames, so to speak in pursuit of a business of your own. After all it's your dream, if you don't fight for it no one else will. Until we meet again keep charging.
In our next post we will discuss an animal whose characteristic are the exact opposite of the Rhino. He is one of the smallest and slowest moving animals. See if you can guess our mystery before we come together again.
Our first animal is the Rhinoceros. What qualities does the Rhino possess? According to the Disney World of Knowledge encyclopedia pages 45 and 46, it has this to say about the Rhino, their skin is 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick. It can weigh from 2,000 to 5,000 lbs. Even though they may seem clumsy, their legs are strong and powerful. The Rhino can run 25-31 mph. If angered he will charge at whatever bothers it, horn first. Though not having keen eyesight, they have excellent hearing and smelling to sense danger. Their ears pinpoint the direction of the sound and their nose tells them if there is any need for worry. A Rhino's horn is hard enough that if he is charging, he can poke a hole in the door of a car. When frightened he can use his horn to toss his enemy into the air. His thick gray hide looks as tough and protected as an army tank. By the time it is fully grown it has very few enemies. his skin is so thick that the people of the region hunt them and use their hide for making shields. Rhino's are the only animal reportedly, not afraid of fire. Instead of running away if he is angered he has been known to go charging full speed ahead into the flames.
Now how does this tie in with a person trying to start a home business? Have you guessed already? In this article we will discuss just 2 of his many qualities. They are his thick skin and size. First we are going to discuss his size. Being one of the largest animals in the world, is it likely a Rhino would be intimidated by any other animal? Who would dare question or ridicule his idea to start his own business? And if someone were to dare what affect the opinion have on a Rhino? Do you think that Rhino would shrink under pressure? I think not! What about you? How do you stand up under pressure from those that may not see your vision as you see it? What if they tell you how foolish your idea sounds? They may even ask you "Why don't you go out and get yourself a real job?" Or they may be so helpful, they start telling you about this fantastic company in town that just happens to be hiring right now that has great benefits. Will all this negative talk bring you to a screeching halt in pursuit of your dream? Will you choose to stay in your comfort zone just a little while longer? Or will you charge off at warp speed like a Rhino after his prized prey? Let me warn you, this may call for an attitude adjustment on your part, your starting a home business that is, but it will be well worth the effort. What price are you willing to pay? Whatever the price, it must be paid in advance. Remember nothing "GOOD" comes without a price.
Next, we will consider the second characteristic of the Rhino, it's skin. Think of the many advantages of having skin as thick as a Rhino. The most important advantage of having thick skin as a person trying to start or work a home based business let alone a small business is that of having to deal with rejection. Most people have a real problem when it comes to dealing with rejection. Some seem to think that rejection will end all hopes for them. Think what is the worse thing that can happen to you if someone says no to you? Can you see it happening in your "mind's eye"? Well if you do not lie down and expire, what that says is that you can survive being told "NO". If your skin is thick as Rhino, we won't hear the no's or take rejection personally. Instead we will realize that success is a numbers game, we must go through the numbers, hear the no's to get to the yes's that will lead us to success. If you are determined to start your own business, then the only wise thing to do is to learn to deal with rejection. Again, don't take it personally, instead use your thick Rhino skin to charge full speed into the flames, so to speak in pursuit of a business of your own. After all it's your dream, if you don't fight for it no one else will. Until we meet again keep charging.
In our next post we will discuss an animal whose characteristic are the exact opposite of the Rhino. He is one of the smallest and slowest moving animals. See if you can guess our mystery before we come together again.