This quote is gold:
“When fishermen cannot go to sea, they repair nets.”
It’s a quiet reminder that progress isn’t always loud.
And momentum doesn’t always look like action.
In business and leadership, there will be slow seasons.
Markets shift. Deals stall. Teams go through transitions.
You can’t always “go to sea”, but you can prepare.
Here’s what I’ve learned in those moments:
1. Use the downtime to strengthen your tools.
Review your strategy. Sharpen your pitch. Fix the weak links in your process. That’s how you stay ready.
2. Work on yourself, not just your business.
The quieter periods are perfect for reflection. How are you leading? What needs rewiring in your mindset?
3. Waiting is not wasting.
There’s a difference between being passive and being patient. Those who use the pause to reset, restart faster.
The best leaders don’t fear stillness. They use it to get stronger.
So if things feel “on hold” right now — good.
You’ve got time to repair the nets. – Ali Aydan
Ali Aydan; Stuck? You’re still not standing still.
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