Dreaming is an essential part of progress in society.
It comes from a rejection of the status quo and a desire for something better.
However, dreaming alone is not enough.
The real difference between dreamers and doers lies in action.
According to Peter Drucker, “Plans are only good intentions unless they immediately degenerate into hard work.” Doers understand this and embrace the tough and tedious work that needs to ensue from the dream.
They have great reserves of resilience and don’t give up at the first sign of trouble.
Moreover, doers know how to get things done through others.
Leaders who lead great execution can motivate their people to want the result, communicate what matters at every stage in the journey, evaluate early results, and use them to learn and adjust.
Celebrating achievements is also crucial as it keeps the troops going even when the next phase is uncertain.
In Africa, there are many dreams about the next 100 years.
Some need to grab those dreams by the collar and turn them into tangibles.
Aspire to be both a dreamer and a doer because dreaming without doing is both futile and dispiriting.
