The Problem When You’re First Starting Your Business

Summary

• When starting a business, it's common to feel unsure because there's a lot you don't know.
• This uncertainty can cause a lot of stress as your mind constantly seeks answers.
• It's normal to question if you're taking the right steps and to seek guidance.
• Even after achieving success, like selling a business, you might still feel like it wasn't truly successful.
• The feeling of waiting for something to go wrong, like the "shoe going to drop," is a common worry.

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How To Take Action

I would suggest starting small and being okay with not having all the answers at first. When you feel unsure, it's a sign that you're learning and growing. Focus on just one thing that you can do today to move your business or personal growth forward. Maybe that means making your first sale or learning a new skill.

A good way of dealing with stress is to break big goals into smaller tasks. Write down three small things you can do this week. This could be as simple as sending emails to potential clients or setting aside 30 minutes to read a book in your field.

Remember, it's totally normal to worry about whether you're doing the right thing. But instead of waiting for problems, take action on what you can control. Keep a to-do list and check things off as you complete them. Seeing progress can help you feel more confident and less like something might go wrong.

If you've had a success, like selling a business, and still feel like it wasn't enough, try to celebrate your achievements. Make a list of what you've done well and keep it where you can see it. It's a reminder that you've done good things and can do more.

Lastly, talking to others who have been there can be really helpful. Maybe join a group of entrepreneurs or find a mentor. They can help answer your questions and support you on your journey.

By doing these steps, you can manage your stress and uncertainty, and keep moving forward, one small step at a time.

Quotes by Leila Hormozi

"When you first starting a business the biggest problem is that you don't know what you're doing"

– Leila Hormozi

"You're in this constant state of uncertainty and stress about the uncertainty"

– Leila Hormozi

"Just tell me what's going to happen next and you don't know"

– Leila Hormozi

"You don't know if you're doing it right"

– Leila Hormozi

"I don't even think that it was until we sold the business that I really felt like it was even a success"

– Leila Hormozi

Full Transcript

when you first starting a business the biggest problem is that you don't know what you're doing and so you're in this constant state of uncertainty and stress about the uncertainty I don't I know what I'm doing who's going to help me like where do I find the answers how do I do this and so your brain's like just tell me what's going to happen next and you don't know and you don't know if you're doing it right I don't even think that it was until we sold the business that I really felt like it was even a success like I think I was just always feeling like when's the shoe going to drop when's it going to explode when's it going to just die