Being successful is a double edged sword. You attract supporters, particularly if you have been able to make your projects or initiatives high profile ones. But you also draw in the detractors.
In fact, when you are the leader you tend to polarize the market space. John Moubray used to polarize the world relating to RCM (he still does) and SAP polarizes ERP markets where ever they enter.
When you are the leader people are either for you or against you. They are not for the opposition.
So if you are getting sniper shots from the sidelines do not panic! Not only is this normal but it is a sign that you are having an impact. A sign that your work is starting to cut into the worlds of others who feel they need voice their opinions on the matter.
Resistance and objections to your work is not a bad thing, so this is no time to lose heart or give up. To the contrary - now is the time to hit it harder than ever. Actions speak louder than words, and cashable benefits scream louder than a chorus of cynics ever will be able to.
No comments:
Post a Comment