There is more than one kind of skeptic when it comes to ideas about business, organizations and (as Seth Godin would say) art. I would say there are lots of kinds. Some of not that well-intentioned. These are the folks that will tell you all the reasons why your idea won't work because they have never had an idea that worked...or had the moxy to actually try.
But that kind is obvious and easy to ignore.
The other two both believe they have your best interest at heart. The first is afraid you will fail and doesn't want you too. The other has experience in what you are doing...and might see something you don't see.
Here Seth Godin talks about both and which one to listen too.
Not only do I think you should listen to the "Generous Skeptic," I think you should seek them out. Create a group of people you genuinely respect and ask them "why won't this work?" Get another perspective.
As Godin says, you can choose to ignore this advice later if you want. But get the input. Most of the time, you will be glad you did!
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