When I feel stuck in the same routine and find it hard to know my next step, I often keep shooting in the dark without any meaningful results. The problem isn’t about capability, courage, or risk appetite. It’s that I keep trying to see a new picture through the same old frame.
The breakthrough comes when I manage to change my frame. Real transformation requires more than just effort—it demands a shift in how we view the world, giving us fresh perspective and vision.
For instance:
- Starting a new business while still thinking like an employee. The focus stays on following instructions rather than taking ownership.
- Adding value to customers with a cost-controller mindset. We tend to prioritise cutting expenses over investing in growth or innovation.
- Launching a for-profit venture within a not-for-profit framework. It becomes difficult to shift from a community-driven mission to a profit-oriented mindset.
Changing your frame isn’t a magical solution, but it’s a powerful first step. To make this shift, practical tools like adopting new mental models, consulting with diverse perspectives, or immersing yourself in different environments can help accelerate the change. The clearer your frame, the clearer your next steps will become.