Feeling Stuck? Just BEGIN.
One of the reasons I have not made more progress with my previous attempts at online businesses was very simple. I got stuck in the cycle of perfectionism. For me, it looked like this:
A sincere desire to do everything the "right way" ----> Dig into research
Lots of research ----> Conflicting opinions ----> Confusion and Overwhelm
Being Overwhelmed ----> Inaction ----> Lost momentum = STUCK
One of the big reasons I love Wealthy Affiliate so far is that it has a step-by-step roadmap. Still, with all the excellent training, blog posts, webinars, and new friends, I can easily see getting sidetracked, pulled into "research" and not taking action!
That's why I love this quote from Brendon Burchard.
Doubt increases with inaction.
Clarity reveals itself in momentum.
Growth comes from progress.
For all these reasons, BEGIN.
Let's leave our perfectionism behind and get to work, imperfectly, and let the clarity come as we move down the path and build our businesses!
And now, off to do some keyword research. Have a productive day, everyone!
Recent Comments
9
Hi Kim, yes doing something is better than nothing. A little bit here and there sure adds up. Thanks for this - it's something that is good for me to remember too.
So easy the sidetrack when the path forward seems the easiest. I find working to a plan with definite goals the most rewarding. Still I find excuses to stray... Larry
Getting sidetracked is easy no matter what! Easy here, too, when so many people are writing excellent blog posts! Let's keep ourselves focused and make progress on our goals.
Well, one of the reasons I didn't get ahead with so many other online opportunities is that they kept upselling and I couldn't afford to get out of the starting block. Thank goodness for WA. A free membership for a week and the first month is at a big discount. WA is very encouraging for beginners. Thanks for the quote.
I have also learned that it is personality and being personable that is important. NOT perfection. Despite all the techyness to building an online income and not meeting others in person, it is still a PEOPLE business. Take care.
YES! Absolutely, MyraBeth. You think you're getting everything you need -- and then the upsells start. It's SO frustrating. I tried out a LOT of systems. One even had a huge pitch to join as a VIP for $3k!!! Seriously? For people just starting out? It's ridiculous.
And you're so right about personality. This is all a people business, meeting people's needs, developing real relationships, offering real value. Thanks so much for reading my post! Have a fantastic week!
You are completely right. I use to do the same and that is not the way! Thanks for sharing your words.
You're so welcome, Silvia! It's so easy to get stuck when you love to research, and then you doubt yourself on top of it! Thanks so much for taking the time to stop by and read today.
See more comments
Hi Kim, I love your post. It's what I've been reading lately when I feel stuck. Thank you!