Tips to overcome your Fears and Really Start Building your Business

"Start by doing what's necessary. Then do what's possible. And suddenly you are doing the impossible." ~ St. Francis of Assisi

This quotation reveals a powerful promise. Let's face it, at some point in time almost everyone dreams of independence and of having the lifestyle and financial freedom to call your own shots, make your own choices, do what you want, when you want, with whom you want; and enjoy the personal fulfillment of knowing that you're valued and contribute in a significant and meaningful way to others, without being limited or constrained by a lack of money or suffering in an unrewarding job or unsatisfying vocation.

Many people dream of the independence and freedom of business ownership but most fail to realize that dream because of the fear of failure or the uncertainties and doubts they have about what's really possible for them. These (often subconscious) beliefs paralyze them and keep them from enjoying the abundantly and rewarding life available to them.

But the truth is that people do not fail at what they try because of a lack of, subject-knowledge, desire, commitment or a scarcity of effort. They fail because they do not command the key inner resources and disciplined success skills necessary to achieve what they desire.

Here are 5 simple things you can do right now that will automatically advance you significantly toward achieving all that is truly possible for you in life and business.

Begin with the end in mind -

Actor Ben Stein says "the indispensible first step to getting what you want, is knowing what it is." And he's right! In order for you to achieve the success you seek, you will need a clear and unambiguous mental image of exactly what success means to you in 7 different areas of life: Business or vocation, Money and finance, Personal Relationship, Health and fitness, Recreation and fun, Personal growth and Community contribution. Whatever business you decide to build must serve your heart's desire in all 7 of these areas. If not, no matter how much money you make, you will not experience it as success.

Take the time to create a list of the success accomplishments you intend for each of these important aspects of life. Record them on paper in declarative affirmations. Review them at least once every day.

Focus your most powerful mental energy on your strengths -

Each of us has strengths, talents and skills of a particular kind or in particular areas. None of us are good at everything. It is clear that when you are in a position to focus your energy where you are most talented and capable, the likelihood of increases dramatically. Failing to do this has disastrous consequences. Because you would be focused in areas you are less skillful, the quality of the work will not be what it must be, the results will suffer and your business will falter.

Take the time to identify your individual strengths. Confirm your perspective with others who know you. And organize the majority of your focus and activities around them.

Do the RIGHT research before you begin -

One of the principle reasons business ventures fail is because the founder failed to do the right research before they began. Some-one had a brilliant sounding idea, got a few others excited about it and went to work investing in and building a product. Most of these end up as solutions looking for a problem. I can tell you from personal experience, there is nothing more difficult than creating demand for a product that does not solve a problem or dissatisfaction people care about solving.

If you have an idea for a product, invest the time necessary to clearly identify and articulate the problem your product is intended to address. Is it a mild annoyance, a problem of some importance or something that needs and urgent solution? Then thoroughly characterize who has the problem and how important it is for them to solve. Then verify with a representative sample of prospects to learn how they would go about making the decision to invest in your product.

This will allow you to quantify the time, money and effort involved and accurately calibrate your expectations of a return, BEFORE you sink some or all of your life savings in the idea. If an idea doesn't pan out during the research phase, no problem. You'll still have plenty of time and money left to try another.

Plan your work and work your plan -

Having an action plan is one of the easiest ways to overcome fear and uncertainty. Start simple. Read through the list of intentions you created for all 7 of the success categories you defined previously. For each, list 3 simple 1-step actions or activities you can complete immediately to advance you in the accomplishment of that goal. Estimate the amount of time it will take to complete the task and dedicate a corresponding block of time on your calendar.

Now all you have to do is what your calendar instructions you to do and you'll be making steady progress to enjoying the accomplishment and success you desire. Then repeat the process each and every day and you'll have everything you expect and deserve in no time at all.

GO FOR IT - What are you waiting for?

The right time to come along to start a business? I am here to tell you, the right time is now. Follow these simple steps, trust yourself and your vision, develop the skills necessary to make the right decisions and take the right actions, overcome your fear and uncertainty about starting the business you have always dreamed of and suddenly you will be doing (what today seems like) the impossible. You can start now by visiting one of our business group coaching sessions on relevant business building techniques in an area near you. Drop us an email ockert@icon.co.za and we’ll send you the detail

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