The Definitive Guide to Understanding Proactivity and Becoming a Proactive Entrepreneur

December 17, 2018 0 Comments

Here we go again: Another article on proactivity, right? Hold on: This one’s different and it may just be the last you need to read.

But I get it: I’m not the first person to stress the importance of being proactive.

In fact, it’s become so common it’s almost a buzzword among founders and entrepreneurs; something people say to sound impressive or “in touch,” but not something they necessarily act upon or even understand.

Sure, they’re happy to tout its importance … But can they tell you what proactivity means? Can they actually tell you how to be proactive? In my experience, no.

And that’s a huge problem.

By turning proactivity into a buzzword, we’ve cheapened it. It’s become like white noise; something you hear but tune out.

It’s time to add clarity and turn up the volume, because here’s the truth: Proactivity is a vital part of creating massive success, and it’s the only way to reach your full potential.

So let’s get to the heart of it: What is proactivity, and how can you become a more proactive person?
What is Proactivity, Anyway?

Let’s start off simple: What does it mean to be proactive? According to Merriam-Webster, it means, “acting in anticipation of future problems, needs, or changes.”

Put differently, being proactive means completing carefully-planned actions to achieve the goals that move the needle most for your business.It means focusing on what’s important, not just what’s urgent.

Sounds like a good idea, right? The problem is, our world is becoming increasingly reactive, not proactive. According to Merriam-Webster, a reactive person is someone who is, “readily responsive to a stimulus.”