Everyone struggles from time to time with the little voice inside their head that says “what if…?” What if you fail? What if you really mess things up? What if you don’t?

 

Self-proclaimed people connector and owner of Detroit’s Firebird Tavern, Tony Piraino is no stranger to that little voice. But he has another question for you: Does a pylon stop traffic or do you drive around it? In this episode Tony talks about taking calculated risks and doing little things every day to evolve and stay connected to your customers.

 

Sponsored by: Detroit Experience Factory

 

QUOTE IT

“The act of going after it and failing and the act of not doing anything are two dramatically different things.” (2:44)

 

“You’ve gotta talk yourself into change a little bit, and it doesn’t come easy for me exactly, but when you look at the big picture you have to do it.” (7:20)

 

DIG IN

Tony offers up some unconventional advice about evolving your brand at the 7:50 mark.

 

Starting at 13:10 Tony tells a story about a simple business decision that led to attracting lifelong customers and why those customers stick around as Detroit evolves and grows.

 

TAKEAWAYS

A disruption in your normal routine can be a fortuitous bounce to your next big thing.

Bad circumstances can be transformed into a lucky break if you pause and look for opportunity in the commotion.

The right time to look for your next product or service is when your current offerings are doing well.

If you’re doing work you love, you’re more likely to figure out how to keep moving ahead in the face of adversity.

Direct download: 073_Tony_Piraino_Final__.mp3
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