A couple of months ago, I wrote an article, “Dare to Follow Your Heart.“ In this similar topic of overcoming your fears and daring to be different, I think the following video illustrates the power of being first or among the first. There is a lot to be said about being the first in life and in business. I think this short video may inspire others to be the first. Who knows, maybe you can start a movement! See what happens near the end of the video.
Guy #1 reminds me of George Carlin’s quote: “those who dance are considered insane by those who cannot hear the music.”
- What did you first think about the dancing guy?
- What did you feel while watching the video?
- If you had been there, would you have been guy #1, guy #3, or #49?
- Perhaps you would have remained sitting down doing nothing, pointing fingers, laughing, and/or criticizing. Ask yourself: why?
I like Seth Godin’s take on this: “My favorite part happens…when guy #3 joins the group. Before him, it was just a crazy dancing guy and then maybe one other crazy guy. But it’s guy #3 who made it a movement. Initiators are rare indeed, but it’s scary to be the leader. Guy #3 is rare too, but it’s a lot less scary and just as important. Guy #49 is irrelevant. No bravery points for being part of the mob. We need more guy #3s.”
Take away: Dare to dance! Move forward. Being the first—in anything—is always scary. Some people may understand and support. Others may not. Some people may think you are nuts, irrational, or foolish. A few will support you if you experience success.
Don’t let limiting beliefs about yourself or fears stop you from following your heart. Don’t let myths hold you back. Go ahead and dare.
Dare to live the life you want!
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