Solve more valuable problems

Larry Janesky: Think Daily

Leaders spend lots of time solving problems.

Solving some problems makes no difference to tomorrow. 

Some problems, if solved, will prevent thousands of others in the future, or will create much value for years.

Solve better problems.

Sean P Perry

Hi Larry, i live in Asheville, NC, in the historic district right outside downtown.
The catastrophic results of Helene are really unfathomable. This is the first day my cell phone is able to open a link. no power, no water and slowly improving cell from none for days.
It sounds like there was a catastrophic failure to our city water system that may require months to repair.
I’m pretty well prepared with water and fuel for the short term, but wondering how individual business owners/employers do our part to keep the economy going with no running water. What happens when tenants move out of rental houses due to lack of water. We’re renovating a new office space, carefully planning the finances to achieve.
I read about the dock workers strike this morning. How will that further effect supplies to our region that is already cut off from I-40 both east and west. (I-26 has reopened).
Schools are closed indefinitely.
Families are leaving town, mine included, to decrease resource strain, and to simply have running water.
I’ve kept a small footprint working on down trees in my neighborhood and properties. The community vibe is positivet, at least when avoiding gas and grocery store lines, which I’ve been able to do.
I’m a positive person creating my reality.
With so many external forces I’m worried about how this plays out. How I retain employees…trying to balance being thoughtful for solutions, seeing potential roadblocks (figuratively and literally), and staying present, because the future, while super bright just one week ago, is now a major concern. I appreciate you, your service through your blog, and your influence on me.
Sincerely, Sean Perry

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