Become the ‘Thinker’/’Doer’ you want to be

There are two types of people in the world – thinkers and doers. 
Which one are you?

The Thinker

Thinkers are open to new ideas and concepts and are constantly thinking outside of the box trying to improve or change the way things are done.
Thinkers are sometime seen as not always having balls.
The fear robs them from converting to action and reality. 

The Doer

Doers get things done.
The doer takes chances and moves forward no matter what.
They don’t like change – stability with a clear strategy have you ace your actions. 

Teamwork

If a business only had thinkers, it would be a research-lab or think-tank.
With doers only, the business eventually would run itself, efficiently and out of business as it never changed or created new offerings.
Businesses need both “thinkers” and “doers” and anything in-between to succeed.

“Visual thinkers and reflective doers”

To really be ahead of your game be a “visual thinker” and a “reflective doer” at the same time.

Make your thinking visible, to be more concrete and real and possible to learn from and talk about for others.

Be reflective in doing as it brings wisdom, saves time and develops your sense of introspection that goes beyond merely thinking or talking or understanding.

This reflection links your performance to your true potential.

Take action

Great success equals the mind of a thinker with the balls of a doer (clever ideas with strategy back-up).

How do you now, get balls and think at the same time?

Step 1 – do your own SWOT analysis
Step 2 – identify from the results your “thinking” and “doing” realities
Step 3 – decide on specific goals where your “thinking” and “doing” need to be by when
Step 4 – develop a strategy and plan to get to your goals
Step 5 – get an accountable person (maybe a coach) to assist you in mastering your goals
Step 6 – challenge yourself along the way
Step 7 – celebrate your win!

Ideas to be a better thinker and doer

Some ideas to become better at thinking and doing: 
– ask ‘why’ and ‘when’ a lot
– consider alternative points of view and challenge your preferences
– take long showers and walks for moments of insight and daydream for more creativity
– think about thinking
– engage in introspection (the most important tool of all)
– grow balls and as the Nike slogan says JUST DO IT!
– surround yourself with great doers, copy their actions and successes and learn from their failings.

Your challenge 

Be the best thinker and the best doer because the result is the difference between an average and an exceptional success.

As published in leading business journal ASA.