Think Big and Play Bigger

You can learn how to play bigger. Choose experiences that will make you think of new possibilities and immediately create changes in your leadership, your business, and your life. 

Same-same training programs are around you. Some can help you increase your knowledge. A few can help you improve your skills. And it is very rare that you can find a training provider that will make your play bigger.

That’s because most training programs are designed to meet the minimum requirements of a job. The insecure trainer will overwhelm you with facts. Something akin to drinking from a firefighter’s hose.

In reality, you don’t need to consume enormous data to play bigger. You only need principles and actions that will really make you play bigger.

It is not your fault. That’s just how it is.

And this is not only in the Philippines. I’ve been to other countries. I can declare that many of our trainers in the Philippines are world-class. But they don’t play bigger. They tend to play the same-same. 

I know because, for most of my life, I had been swimming in play small, safe, and same-same too. I am not more special than you.

I continue to challenge the status quo so I can deliver life-changing experiences to those who join my seminars, workshops, boot camps, and other events.

Think about it. There is no Alibaba if Jack Ma played the same-same. No Apple, Facebook, or Google if their founders played the same-same.

Find out which experience you can join to help you play bigger.

10 Ways to Think Big and Play Bigger

Encouraging a “Think Big, Play Bigger” mindset can lead to innovative ideas, creative problem-solving, and a more positive work environment.

Here are ten ways leaders can encourage this at work:

Foster a Safe Environment for Brainstorming. Establish an open-door policy for sharing ideas. No suggestion is too “out there” or ambitious. A safe space for creativity and innovative thinking can lead to big ideas.

Promote Cross-Functional Collaboration. Encourage different departments to work together on projects. This can lead to more diverse thinking and bigger, more innovative solutions.

Set Big Goals. Show your team that you’re serious about thinking big by setting large, ambitious goals. This will encourage them to think on a grander scale and strive for major accomplishments.

Encourage Continuous Learning. Promote a culture of learning and improvement. This can include workshops, seminars, and online courses related to your industry. A well-informed team is more likely to come up with big ideas.

Acknowledge and Reward Innovation. When team members come up with big, bold ideas, recognize their efforts. This not only motivates the individual but also shows others that thinking big is valued.

Lead by Example. Leaders should model the behavior they want to see in their team. Show them that you’re willing to take risks and push boundaries.

Provide Resources. Make sure your team has the tools and resources necessary to execute big ideas. This could include investing in new technology, hiring additional staff, or providing training on new methodologies.

Communicate Vision and Purpose. Keep the team aligned on the company’s vision and purpose. Remind them of the big picture and how their work contributes to it. This can inspire them to think big and aim high.

Challenge the Status Quo. Encourage your team to question existing processes and ways of thinking. Just because something has always been done a certain way, doesn’t mean it’s the best way.

Encourage Reflection and Idea Sharing. Regularly organize meetings where employees can reflect on what’s working and what’s not, share their insights, and propose big ideas. This not only promotes big thinking but also creates a sense of shared ownership and engagement in the company’s future.