It’s always good to come across advice from a true-blue business owner, whose name is not splashed across social media every 5 minutes. You can relate right away to their stories, and realize that they have faced real challenges, and their words don’t come a place of humble-bragging. I read just such an article the other day about Diane Hendricks, and these are the takeaways I had from her.
You Can Take Many Paths to Get to the Same Place
No two successful people are exactly alike, even if they are in the same field. Even if someone has not done things quite the way you envision does not mean it’s not possible. It means that, just maybe, you can be a pioneer.
Think Long and Hard Before you Start
This does not mean taking forever and procrastinating on your dreams. Rather it means taking stock of the consequences, both positive and negative before you get started.
Do your Homework
Some people fail because they did no planning whatsoever. Luck exists – more often than not, success is built on a lot of hard work.
Not Everyone will Believe in your Vision
A lot of people do themselves a disservice by believing that if their idea is worthwhile, other people will recognize it, as well. That could not be further from the truth. One person’s vision is for that individual – it does not need the stamp of approval of other people.
Juggle Family and Business the best Way you Know How
Sacrifices have to be made by a family, whether for a regular career or a business venture. Elsewhere in the world, there is not that much debate about making sacrifices. This notion that we are supposed to have a mythical balance is the epitome of “first-world problems.”
Grasp the Chances that Come your Way
Some of the best business opportunities that have come my way were not by design. There is certainly an element of serendipity, and you increase the likelihood of good things happening by surrounding yourself with the right people. Just today, I saw an inspiring video where the speaker challenged viewers to associate with people who strengthen them instead of stressing them.
Most importantly, don’t Quit
YMMV, but generally speaking, this is about giving things a good faith effort. If after that time results are not as expected, then it’s time to re-assess and recalibrate. Sucess has a learning curve.