How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying Tip No. 2

Take big swings.

Every day, I see any number of business leaders unwilling to commit to anything for fear of not succeeding. It's a career limiter.

Can you name any CEOs who are afraid of risk or change? Both come with the job description.

If you take reasoned risks, odds are you'll make out just fine, and distinguish yourself from the risk-averse in the process. If you leverage the entire team, you'll both increase the chance of success and ensure accountability for any failures are dispersed.

Babe Ruth held records for greatest number of strikeouts and most home runs simultaneously. Funny how we don't tend to remember the former.