Struggling to Find a Niche? Read This.
Yes, like many other Wealthy Affiliate-ers keyword research and deciding on a niche has me struggling. I found the more I researched the more uncertain I became. Oh, the possibilities! It should be a gift to have so many options, but I managed to turn it into a curse. If you're relatively new here you may be able to identify with this challenge.
Amazing Resources Aren't the Problem
My difficulty is not because of the tools we have access to. The WA keyword and Jaxxy are both awesome. They save a boat-load of time and really help you dig if you need to. The problem isn't with the tools.
What I Learned
The problem is me!!! The accountability seems daunting when you get to that place where you have to make a decision on your own, for yourself.
What-if's start swirling around and create distraction. They draw you away from meaningful action and slow you down or heaven forbid, stop you in your tracks.
Can you relate? If you can,
Here's My Advice to You
1. Stay Focused
The keyword tools have made me realize there are so many opportunities. Selecting a specific niche has been daunting. I've been torn between three possible niches.
If you're lacking confidence in yourself, borrow it from others in the community. They've been able to create momentum that has shifted the trajectory of their potential.
2. Reach Out
Communicate in this space and ask for help when you need it. Need so confidence? Ask for the sage advice of our leaders and members. They serve with integrity. This alone has the power to boost your confidence ten fold.
... Ah-ha Moment
I'm happy to say I've worked through the challenge while I continue moving forward. After deliberating over several possibilities, I finally have clarity.
The fog is now lifted. I feel like I have sun shining down on me.
The training has been highly effective. The actionable steps, priceless. The curriculum is second to none! Here's what changed...
I finally got out of my own way and I see the light!
... A Message of Hope
My message to anyone uncertain about whether or not their personal decisions will work is this...
3. Just Keep Going
Go through the trainings. Take action, and don't let uncertainty rob you of progress. Respect your professed goals - the ones you posted when you first started - seriously enough to keep moving forward.
You owe it to yourself!
The greatest clarity in your vision usually follows the haziness of uncertainty. Just trust the process because the training and guidance offered is the best there is.
I wish you productivity and prosperity in the new year and with WA you can make that a reality.
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Great post, and excellent points. I'd also don't be afraid to get it wrong. The internet can be a pretty forgiving place. On WA alone you can host 50 sites. Build one and stick with it, but if it doesn't work then take what you learn and build another one.
This is the new programming mindset, where they're trying to push software updates on a monthly, weekly, or even daily basis. The goal isn't to get it right the first time. The goal is rapid deployment and testing. This is a great post about how one WA member does that. New Niche Site Project I'm recommending it to everyone because the mindset behind it is so great. Thank again for the awesome post.
Your contribution was enlightening. Awesome info in the link you provided! "rapid deploy testing'... great mind-shift my friend! You words were very kind. Thanks for the brain food. :)
Always happy to offer a little brain food. :) You're doing awesome and I'm glad I could provide something to help you moving forward. Keep it up and happy holidays.
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