Forget to Play
I think that playing games, rather than being a waste of time, can actually teach us valuable lessons in running our business. Business is a serious affair - yes? So many things to think about - sales, marketing, revenue, employees, taxes, legal issues - and the list goes on! We can get so immersed in the serious side of business that we lose sight of the time needed to play - the thing that creates balance in our lives. We can achieve this balance in many different ways - going for a walk, spending time with our families and friends, and a particular favourite of mine, playing online games. Whenever I find myself overloaded, I switch off and play a game. Now, I have to admit I'm not a serious gamer - if I was I doubt I'd ever get any work done because it can be extremely addictive. However, what I have found so enlightening is that, by playing these games, I have learned so much about myself and the ways I have of dealing with situations, and it has subtly changed my approac...