ARE YOU REALLY MAKING CHANGES? OR JUST THINKING ABOUT THEM?
SIMPLE PANCAKES FROM SCRATCH
It’s natural to put up boundaries to protect ourselves. However, sometimes you need to tear down those boundaries and step outside your comfort zone. This is especially necessary in the woodworking industry of today. Many woodworking executives deny the boundaries they’ve built for themselves, saying they embrace change, but their actions speak louder than words. The idea of change is certainly alluring, but the action of making change a reality is what counts. A business that doesn’t grow doesn’t accept the change in their industry. You need to first acknowledge the boundaries around yourself in order to step outside of them. The biggest drawback of progress is fear of the unknown. “What-ifs” can plague a business owner’s mind, fueling their tight boundaries and yanking them further away from growth and success. In the woodworking industry, bravery isn’t always the solution to overcome that fear; action is.
In a recent article, I wrote about my decision to leave my job cold turkey and start my own business before securing its viability. This mindset has followed me throughout my business career. I strive to push myself outside my comfort zone without a safety net to cushion my fall. This propels Kitply Industries forward and often results in great success. People love having a plan B, but inadvertently, that can make your business weaker. A safety net prevents you from pushing yourself to your limits. You may not give your all to your business if you are constantly relying on a crutch. Remove any alternate options you have stashed away to make the biggest and most impactful changes. Now is the time to take that leap of faith. Step outside the safety of the boundaries you’ve created and take your business to the next level. TAKE A BREAK
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 tbsp sugar, optional
2 eggs
1 3/4 cups milk
Unsalted butter or canola oil, to grease skillet
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat a griddle or skillet to medium-low. 2. In a mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients (including sugar if you like a sweeter pancake). In a separate bowl, beat eggs into milk. Gently stir the liquid ingredients into the dry ones. Mix only until flour is moistened. Clumps are fine. 3. Add some butter or oil to the skillet. If the butter foams or oil shimmers, the temperature is correct. Pour in a pancake of any size, cooking until bubbles form, about 2–4 minutes. 4. Flip and cook other side for 2–4 minutes. Serve warm.
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