The status quo inherently trends to mediocre. Excellence requires pushing past the status quo.
This is deeply uncomfortable. We like being comfortable and safe. Most of the time we prefer reading about adventures rather than tackling them on our own. These factors are what give the status quo its weight, it’s gravitational pull.
Understanding this is the first step in conquering the status quo. This is the below-the-waterline enemy you’ll fight when leading change.
