Jasz
VIP Contributor
1. You don't know what to do
You're not an expert when it comes to business. You may have a good idea of where the industry is going, but you're still learning how to navigate the landscape.
2. You don't know who you are
A lot of us start out as consultants or freelancers, and we work on projects that are outside of our comfort zone. When things go well, we pretend they're happening at work and push ourselves to do more projects that are similar. But if those projects start failing, it can be hard for us to get up again.
3. You don't have time for other things
If there's one thing I've learned from starting my own business, it's that there's no room for me to take on any other responsibilities besides my own business (unless they're fun). If I have time for something else, then I'm not spending enough time on my own business — which means that I'm not getting paid enough money (which means less balance with my family).
4. You're afraid of failure
This might seem obvious, but most people don't even consider failure in their plans — because they want everything now! But failing isn't always bad — it can help you learn.
You're not an expert when it comes to business. You may have a good idea of where the industry is going, but you're still learning how to navigate the landscape.
2. You don't know who you are
A lot of us start out as consultants or freelancers, and we work on projects that are outside of our comfort zone. When things go well, we pretend they're happening at work and push ourselves to do more projects that are similar. But if those projects start failing, it can be hard for us to get up again.
3. You don't have time for other things
If there's one thing I've learned from starting my own business, it's that there's no room for me to take on any other responsibilities besides my own business (unless they're fun). If I have time for something else, then I'm not spending enough time on my own business — which means that I'm not getting paid enough money (which means less balance with my family).
4. You're afraid of failure
This might seem obvious, but most people don't even consider failure in their plans — because they want everything now! But failing isn't always bad — it can help you learn.