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Fartesque

by DW Green — May 7, 2024

In business, you can plan, prepare, strategize, and execute, but trying to force or control an outcome often backfires.

Let’s face it, farts can be amusing…at least the audible portion. The sounds range from a soft whisper to an elaborate orchestral performance. Oddly enough, the accompanying smell, regardless of the volume, can be equally pungent! Farts, like life, just happen. But when you try to force, control or resist one, embarrassing situations tend to occur.

In business, you can plan, prepare, strategize, and execute, but trying to force or control an outcome often backfires. With this fart analogy, I may be pushing things too far. Allow me to move in a different direction…

Ultimately, being true to yourself, doing your best, providing meaningful solutions to customers, connecting with them emotionally, and differentiating your offerings are what matter most. Don’t get too hung up on forced metaphors or gimmicks. Focus on authentic value.