4 key Takeaways
Listen to the story data has to tell
You had to swing with your gut before data changed the game. Today, data tells you where you are, where you’re going, and how to get there. But it’s up to you to leverage the data to decipher the decisions that will put you at an advantage.
Ignoring the elephant in the room can cause a big smell
Social issues like sexism and racism are something we see every day on the court and in the boardroom. Whether it’s the stark differences we see in the new normal or observations in our day to day, issues that exist must be addressed, not brushed under the rug.
Play what you’ve practiced
It’s not enough to know your strengths and lean into them, you need to watch and study your competition as well. Preparation, passion, and sometimes a little risk: the fundamentals don’t change for what it takes to win in tennis and business.
Ask why not before asking why
Asking why helps narrow the possibilities. And why not, does just the opposite. Before you make a call, it’s important to know the different choices available to you. Businesses are at the crossroads; better choices today result in better outcomes tomorrow.
The closing keynote address at Infosys Confluence 2020 was an engaging conversation with game-changers. Tennis icons Venus Williams and Andy Murray were interviewed by tennis strategy analyst Craig O'Shannessy. As the two players reflected on what matters on and off court, the session was proof that they aren’t just role models to young tennis players aspiring for greatness but also have a lot to teach the decision makers of now and the future.
A part of it is not worrying how you’re going to get through something, just having the confidence that you can. Don’t worry about the details, just know that you can do this.
