Structure and Attributes : Some companies fail even though their goods and services are of good quality. A strong business model attracts customers as its popularity grows. For example, online gaming is popular until the size of the customer base becomes too large, causing problems. Conversely, a fitness club might become an issue as it expands beyond an appropriate level, resulting in a sudden increase in customers. High quality alone does not guarantee success. The main goal of a business is to increase profits through sales, and good quality and service are essential for this. Yet, some companies and brands lack these basics. Some CEOs complain about a lack of profit despite having these essentials. In any business, structure and attributes are most important. No matter how much you work, if the structure is wrong, your business can still fail, regardless of how many customers you have. Many entrepreneurs do not realize the risks of ignoring this core truth. - Joseph’s “just m...
Jesus taught, “If you got slapped your right cheek, turn the other cheek.” One of the actions that the Jewish Qumran community denied and forbade was “pointing with the left hand.” Violations of this rule brought sanctions from the community. To hit the right cheek means the opponent strikes with an unclean left or right backhand. This cheek slap is deliberately insulting and humiliating rather than merely a pain-inflicting action. Therefore, this teaching of Jesus, “turn the other cheek,” suggests not allowing oneself to be struck by the back of the hand and can signify not being helpless but being active in nonviolent resistance without seeking revenge or retaliation. Perhaps this teaching carries a frightening meaning. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”