When purpose and vision are not clear, the status quo becomes a warm, comfortable blanket to snuggle up in. It takes discipline to get to where you want to go. When you take a look around at the “successful” people in your life, I’d put all the money in my pocket on the bet that they all share the skill of discipline. 

If your people truly are your most valuable asset, it becomes a business imperative to ensure that the skill portfolios of your team members are maintained and nurtured in good times and in bad—especially when the seas get rough.