Full Speed Ahead
Last night, I went to the Mass Technology Leadership Council's "Tech Tuesday: Gadgets & Gathering" event. There were 30-40 people there, and what struck me the most was everyone's optimism.
I had great conversations with a number of entrepreneurs who were starting their own companies or looking to expand. The VC I met from WilmerHale was very bullish, particularly when it came to clean tech potential in Massachusetts. The healthcare IT company founders were identifying new needs and are getting a solid reception from hospital networks.
The talk wasn't about "surviving the downturn," layoffs or how tough it is. It was about opportunity, possibility and what is needed to go to the next level.
That's what I believe people need to keep in mind. There are growth opportunities in every market. Let others retrench--if you maintain your optimism, seek out new opportunities and aren't afraid to take risks, opportunities abound. Tech companies know this better than anyone. Don't take counsel of your fears. Be aware of them. Then step past them and move full speed ahead.
Tags: Entrepreneur Journeys, MassTLC
Posted by Mark McClennan on November 19, 2008 at 11:15 AM
