Don't cry over spilled ketchup!

"Most people have never learned that one of the main aims in life is to enjoy it."

                - Samuel Butler

This quote by Samuel Butler holds an important message for us all. It really does not matter how we live our lives, what we do for a living, or how successful we are at what we do. The important thing is that we find joy and meaning in what we do.

Whenever you find yourself in an undesirable position, rather that be a lack of motivation, a time of financial hardship, or simply an inconvenient ketchup spill that occurred at the end of a rough day, think back to what originally drove you to be where you are. There is a purpose to everything that you do. You have to persevere through the trials and tribulations of running a business in order to get through to the greener side of the grass! 
 

Today, towards the end of my work day, I discovered that 10 gallons of ketchup had spilled under a cabinet and on to the floor. It was the quote by Butler that helped me turn this undesirable cleanup task into something enjoyable! It seems pointless to spend my day complaining about the little (and sometimes big) messes that I find myself cleaning up! It is much easier to take a step back and look at an obstacle with a new perspective. 

When you find yourself in a tricky situation, just remember to treat it as a learning experience. Doing so is much more professional. Besides, who wants to cry over spilled ketchup?