It may seem counterintuitive to have any trust when it comes to business ventures during this time of crisis. This may be especially true if you have suffered setbacks that are related to somebody that you trust who is not coping well with current circumstances. The importance of patience and trust during this time of crisis is paramount.
However, understanding that everybody is capable of being untrustworthy is probably a good first step to take. This type of acceptance will help you to be realistic about your expectations of working with people. Sometimes, things happen, and we ultimately end up being unreliable, whether we like it or not. The current crisis is one we have not ventured through before.
This does not mean that you should stop trusting people. If you are hoping to succeed in the business world, during the quarantine, you are going to have to try to make allies one way or another.
Most successful businesses do not succeed on their own. They take a strong network of people and a good support network, on top of a great clientele, before they are able to be defined as a success. And during a shifting paradigm people and pieces will land in places they did not choose.
But how do you build trust with somebody after you have been disappointed by humanity in general in the past?
It may be difficult, but it comes with a simple answer. You give them the benefit of the doubt. You trust them until they give you a reason not to. Everybody is different, and even sometimes, people who make mistakes are still trustworthy. You just have to know when to give them a second chance.
However, if you see that somebody is misusing your forgiveness, and you begin to sense a pattern there, it is best to cut yourself away from this toxic relationship and provide yourself with a new opportunity to grow that will not be hindered by the people that are making it difficult for you to succeed.
“Exhibiting patience means that you can be persistent and stay in something for the long run. You don’t try to cut corners or do things in an unethical way; instead, you patiently work things out, do what needs to be done, and make things happen, and the commitment is a testament to your ability to stay with what is right and what will bring you the results you want. This message is clear, not only to yourself but to everyone around you who watches you exhibit the patience needed to make things turn out successful.”
9 Reasons Why Patience is a Virtue
Another critical aspect of success is patience.
The importance of patience and trust during a crisis is essential!
The importance of patience during times of crisis can define how we weather the storm. Patience and trust during a time of crisis will serve us and our fellow travelers well.
Without patience, everything can become overwhelming and agitating. When you are impatient, it isn’t very easy to see things objectively. Not only that, but it can cause you to put unnecessary stress on the people that you are trying to work with.
Sometimes, it is better to let others do what they have to do at the pace that they are able to do it so that it is done well. Becoming impatient and rushing a creative process is sometimes the easiest way to ruin it.
Would you rather have a great product or a bad one? Would you rather have success or no success at all?
Most of the time, we become a little bit cynical as we go through a time of crisis. People break our trust or see things from their own unique perspective. We become impatient because we realize that our time is limited – and we want to move forward and make lemonade!
However, if you can develop your ability to trust others and be patient with the process of adapting to changes during this crisis, then you are well on your way to being successful with creativity during this crisis.
It will not be very easy, but it is possible. Trusting and choosing patience with other people, and yourself, especially in family life and business matters, can sometimes be the fastest way out of a sinking ship.
Make sure that you are open-minded and willing to explore different things that may help you to rise from the ashes and pick yourself up to thrive during this time. Hold tight to the importance of patience and trust during a time of crisis. Make lemonade!
Cate Leach is over at BlessedReject.com blogging about:
The path to overcoming and thriving is neither quick or easy.
But it is life-changing!
When you walk the road you have many stops. From shock and bewilderment to grieving and processing. From there you move into forgiveness and acceptance. Eventually moving on through self-care, introspection, self-acceptance, and confidence arrive. And your new life awaits you because you did the work, and arrived at better than ever!