What is Success?
Success is the consistent pursuit of goals with courage, focus, and adaptability. On the Maverick journey, it’s measured by growth, impact, and the ability to turn setbacks into opportunities.
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The 5 P’s Every Maverick Entrepreneur Must Master
Starting a business is not just theory—it’s lived experience. Over the past two decades, I’ve had both failures and successes while creating and growing enterprises. What I’ve learned is that success consistently ties back to five critical factors, commonly called the 5 P’s. Understand what you control and how to adapt to your environment, and you’ll progress faster toward your goals, becoming more productive on your journey of Becoming Maverick.
1. Product – Solve Real Problems
Your product or service must address a real need. It doesn’t matter how innovative it is—if it doesn’t solve a problem, it won’t sell. My failures often came from products that weren’t desired; my successes came when I truly understood customer needs. Always focus on value.
2. Place – Position for Visibility
Where you sell matters. Whether it’s an online store, a physical shop, or a hybrid model, the right place amplifies your chances of success. Choose locations or platforms where your target audience already spends time. Poor placement can kill a business quickly.
3. Price – Balance Value and Profit
Pricing is more than numbers; it communicates value. Too high and you risk losing customers; too low and you undermine your brand and profitability. Research, test, and adapt your pricing strategy. My lessons here came from both underpricing and overpricing mistakes—but adapting fast made all the difference.
4. Promotion – Communicate Value Authentically
Promotion isn’t about tricking customers—it’s about informing, educating, and building trust. Manipulative marketing may yield a quick sale, but loyal, long-term relationships drive sustainable growth. Customer retention beats one-time wins every time.
5. People – The Most Critical P
Without people, your business is dead. This includes customers, employees, partners, and even seemingly small connections. Some of my biggest opportunities came from unexpected relationships. Treat everyone with respect; nurture your network—it’s the lifeblood of your enterprise.
Key Takeaways from My Journey
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Experiment and Adapt: No two businesses are identical; the environment changes constantly.
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Learn from Failure: Every mistake teaches which P needs attention or adjustment.
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Control What You Can: Focus on what’s within your influence, and adapt to what you can’t control.
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Start Now: Delay gives competitors the chance to capture the opportunity.
Success in business isn’t a straight path—it’s a journey of learning, adapting, and applying the 5 P’s in every decision. Master them, and you’ll create enterprises that thrive while progressing in your personal journey of Becoming Maverick.
Final Thought: Your Maverick Moment
The 5 P’s are more than business principles—they are your map to freedom, growth, and impact. You have the power to shape your journey, learn from every setback, and turn every challenge into an opportunity.
So, don’t wait for the perfect moment or the “right conditions.” Start now. Test, adapt, and keep moving forward. Every small action compounds into progress.
Mavericks don’t just dream—they act. Take control of your product, your place, your price, your promotion, and most importantly, your people. Build something that matters. Leave a mark. And remember: the world needs your unique contribution—so step boldly, act wisely, and become the Maverick you were born to be.
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You can read more on these P's in an article by ALEXANDRA TWIN published on Investopia.
See the link below.
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