So do you like hearing the title entrepreneur?Or being labeled an entrepreneur? It does sound kinda cool, doesn’t it? But aside from just sounding cool. Would you not agree that being an entrepreneur (above) anything else, is a certain way of constantly thinking? It’s like you almost have some type of built in creative perspective shifter, that somehow let’s you see things in a whole different light (and or) perspective.
Have you noticed that as well? But here’s the thing, along with being an entrepreneur, there also comes a lot of other mental challenges, right? Which means, savvy entrepreneurs (such as yourself), have to always be mindful of the fact that, you need to be constantly doing certain things, that help you stay focused in (both) your business and or personal relationships!
Otherwise, like so many other aspiring entrepreneurs before you. You will most definitely crash and burn (way) before it’s truly your time! And it’s so easy to do! You get so caught (and or) wrapped up in what you’re doing.
Especially in the (all important) initial start up phase, and before you know and or totally realize it. You utterly get consumed and (if you’re not careful), you develop this sort of (potentially destructive) mini tunnel vision thing! So much so, that far too often,you tend to block out the things and people that are truly the most important in your life!
And that’s not good! On the other hand, there are at least three incredibly simple things, that all aspiring entrepreneurs, such as yourself, definitely need to be doing more of!
So What Are These Three Incredibly Simple Things That Newbie Entrepreneurs Definitely Need To Do More Of?
You know, the real main point here is. Ladies & gentlemen, you gotta strike a reasonable balance (you personally define that one by the way!), between work, personal and play! And believe it or not, all three work best in congruence with each other!
And contrary to what you may have been led to believe, no one component, is either more important and or less important than the other! You definitely need all three components working in unison with one another! In order for you to consistently achieve maximum performance.
So try (whenever) you can, to put all three components to work for you!
1.) What aspiring entrepreneurs definitely need to more of: Okay, so before you officially decided to take the plunge and become an entrepreneur/business owner. What (pray tell) did you like to do to have fun?
How did you systematically un whine? Or where did you like to go (physically) or mentally, in order to just cool out for a moment or two? Because you definitely need to always just back away periodically and go do something completely unrelated to business!
And if you’ve got a spouse, significant other and or kids etc. You need to go do it with them! Seriously! You’ll be so much more focused and re-energized once you get back!
2.) What aspiring entrepreneurs definitely need to more of: Entrepreneur, the next thing you definitely need to do more of is to; let more of your own genuine personality show through in (either) your on or offline writing, blog posts, sales letters and or sales pages etc; your on or off screen videos and or your podcasts etc.
Because your subscribers joined your list because of “you’ not some pre-written script! So let them get to really know the real you! The wort’s and all!
Temporary Failure And Or Set Backs Is Often One Of Your Best Teachers!
3.) What aspiring entrepreneurs definitely need to more of: And finally… (this one is potentially huge!) Stop fearing and trying to avoid making inevitable mistakes! Because that’s (so) part of the deal!
And it’s where and when your most significant creative and survival growth consistently takes place! Look at it from this perspective. You/we often tend to do our most dramatic learning, when things go bad! Right?
Or we experience that inevitable bump in the proverbial entrepreneurs journey! Being knocked down (helps you and I ) discover that we can and must get up! Of course it can be temporarily painful and (at times) downright embarrassing!
But don’t fear mistakes and or back away challenges! Instead learn to embrace and be propelled to higher levels of success understanding! Because of and or in spite of them!
Yea, it’s a bit of a challenge for sure! But those are three incredibly simple (although) not necessarily easy things, that all newbie entrepreneurs, definitely need to do more of! Don’t you agree?
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Hi, Mark,
Your title piqued my interest, that’s for sure, because I teach many folks who are beginners, so I wanted to listen in. 🙂
Great video example, Mark – I enjoyed watching that. Inspiring to say the least.
Love your phrase about ‘let your own genuine personality show through.’ That’s gold.
In the beginning of my online business it took me quite a while to understand and implement the fact that I am a unique individual, and certain people will want to connect with me who won’t necessarily want to connect with someone else.
Getting balance in the different facets of our life will always be challenging because of the noise we surround ourselves with.
Setbacks and failures are positive, I agree with you. It’s a learning process and one from which we can gain much insight.
Very thought provoking article, thanks for sharing.
I hope you have a lovely evening.
˜Carol
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Thanks for your extremely kind words Carol!
Greatly appreciated! Thanks for your comments on my video.
Isn’t that an incredibly inspiring story! Talk about turning defeat into victory!
And like you said, if we learn to view them in the right way,temporary setbacks and setbacks,
are in many ways some of our best teachers!
And don’t even get me started about learning all this online stuff!LOL!
Because I’m going through this challenge right now, trying unsuccessfully to
get this animated gif to line up inside my home pages right sidebar’s outer border.
At least you’ve figured it out!
I’m pretty much still in the “see spot run” phase of learning WP!LOL!
Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing you extremely valuable real world insights!
They’re greatly appreciated and always welcome!
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I don’t like making mistakes — it can be painful! So #3 is an important one for me. But you’re right — making mistakes is inevitable! How else will we master a new skill?
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Exactly Willena!
We can’t really grow, until we experience a few major and minor setbacks! Then we re-group
and hopefully emerge, wiser for the experience(s!)
Thanks for stopping by and sharing your extremely valuable thoughts!
I greatly appreciate it!
BTW, every time I try & leave a comment at your blog, I’m directed to login into some type of
WP site. But since I’m not sure which one, I haven’t been able to leave any messages, for quite some time now..
That’s the reason,just in case you may be wondering why I didn’t leave a comment on your blog
this week!
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On target as always Mark. I think #2 and #3 overlap somewhat because a big part of the reason newbies copy what “successful” entrepreneurs are doing is that they fear making mistakes – or worse – appearing foolish.
I went through that when I first began blogging, I think most people do. But when I finally got to the point of letting go and focused on what I had to say rather than what others told me to say it was the most empowering shift! A big part of that is coming to terms with the fact there is no such target audience (or customer base) as “everybody.” 🙂
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Your last point is really powerful M!
And sadly, when most of us start out (myself included) we attempt invain to be all things
to all prospects!
But sagging sales and ever increasing costs, quickly helps us get over that approach!LOL!
Thank goodness you finally decided to let go and start trusting your heart and gut writing instincts!
Because your messages are always so spot on and highly informative and extremely entertaining as well!
Definitely our gain M!LOL!
Thanks so much for your continuous support! I do so appreciate it!
BTW, did you happen to notice that I finally added my “Top commentluv commenters” widget to my sidebar!
And look who just happens to part of the top five!LOL!
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Mark, just opened more of my imagination. One of the key elements more of us need to release.
We may want to learn more and neglect or social life. That is why so many are feeling to much pressure to continue their forward course of action. To grow personally as in your business. Yes, balance is essential.
I have found getting away from the gadgets. Will force us to interact the natural way. That goes well with our loved ones. Works well with returning refreshed.
Mark, I feel confident to gain clarity. Each time I visit. Thank you.
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I’m definitely with you William!
Practically everywhere you look these days, peoples heads (especially young peoples are buried in their various gadgets!
And you’re so right, less and less personal interaction! Entrepreneurs have more than enough pressure
to deal with on a daily basis!
That’s why it’s imperative that they have some relaxing creative outlets to take their
minds off the constant pressure of trying to run a successful business, on or offline.
Great points as usual my friend! Thanks so much for your continuous support
and for sharing you extremely valuable feedback!
Both are so greatly appreciated!
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