Perfection or the idea of something being perfect is simply an illusion. The concept of perfection can really limit you from making progress.
If you are always waiting to achieve perfection, you will never be happy. Rather strive for excellence, but not perfection.
2. Fear of failure
Fear of failure is basically a fear of shame. If you have a fear of failure, it means you are motivated to avoid failing not because you cannot manage the basic emotions of disappointment, anger, and frustration that often accompany such experiences, but because failing also makes you feel ashamed.
To overcome your fear of failure, you should;
Set approach and not avoidance goals.
Create a checklist of what you are afraid to do and what you fear will happen if you do it.
Focus on learning.
3. Time
Time management is the process of knowing how to plan and control how much time to spend on specific activities. Good time management will enable you to complete more tasks in a shorter period of time, lower your stress levels, and lead to career success.
With proper time management, you will get to use your time productively and efficiently. You could also think of it as the art of having time to do everything that you need.
Some of the most important time management skills include:
Prioritizing.
Delegation.
Decision-making.
Goal setting.
Multitasking.
Problem solving.
Strategic thinking.
Scheduling.
4. Money
You can start a business without money. It is important that you even work alone when you start a business. However, a time will come when you can no longer operate without money.
To start a business with no money upfront, you need to;
Stay true to the core purpose of the business.
Expand your social network.
Collaborate with already established business brands.
Make each and every customer or client feel special.
Monitor your competitors.
Build a great team.
Make the most of what you already have in the business.
When facing financial stress, you should identify what needs the most attention. You can do this by;
Writing down your most crucial money challenges so you know what you're up against.
Try and stay positive.
Always be realistic.
Try and make the most of your income.
Take small steps.
Try and be honest with yourself.
5. Ideas
The best way to determine whether your business idea will succeed is to run your ideas by your co-workers, colleagues, family or neighbors.
Don't be afraid of people stealing your idea. But instead, your decision on whether to pursue the idea further or not, should be based on a careful consideration of the following questions:
How unique is your idea?
What is the potential for impact?
Why are you uniquely qualified to turn your idea into a reality?
Even if you have an idea that is worth pursuing, you must also ask yourself whether you are the right person to pursue it. No more excuses, time to start building your life and business is now!
