Next time a friend labels your idea as stupid, don’t be so quick to listen! Your “stupidest” idea might also be your most genius. If someone writes you off, remember these tips from Richie Norton’s new book.
Think back to that one time you had an amazing idea and couldn’t wait to spill the details to your friends. When you finally did it, their reactions were…not what you’d hoped for. Just as quickly as you formulated your brilliant plan, they shot it down and crushed it into a million tiny pieces.
Here’s the truth: you shouldn’t take their opinions to heart. Why? Because some of the world’s leading innovations and companies have begun from a seemingly stupid idea.
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