26. Keep it Weird but Be Nimble

We all want to be the inventor of the next great crazy idea, trend or movement, and sometimes the market tells you that they’re either not ready or not interested.

This week David and Vern have an interesting conversation with Jeff, a local entrepreneur who brings practical lessons from real life business development.  

Jeff is co-owner of a few local businesses:

• Vine Arts, a local boutique wine and spirits shop https://www.vinearts.ca/
• Proof, a great little cocktail lounge on 4th https://www.proofyyc.com/
• Donna Mac, a new restaurant that’s recently opened up in the beltline. http://www.donnamacyyc.ca/

It never ceases to amaze us how lessons in life and business are so transferable across the board. Jeff describes some insights from his experience in the hospitality industry and we both received value from what he shared.

Jeff shares what is possible when you have a vision and the courage to take action. However, he reminds us to stay humble and be willing to allow your vision to shift as you get feedback from those you aim to serve.

One of the founding principles of Donna Mac comes from a philosophy of resourcefulness and embraces the mantra that ‘ever-changing’ is the only constant and we could not agree more.

Our biggest takeaway is this:

It’s critical to do the foundational work that supports clarity around why you’re doing what you’re doing, but it is equally critical to understand that we’re always up against a moving target, so make sure you take the time to check-in that it’s still valid, and makes sense for you and for others.

 

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