The Step Before You Start

Are you thinking about starting your own business?  Ready to take on the challenges of solo-preneurship?
The first step is usually the hardest.  There are so many things to consider, even before you start a business plan.

Usually it starts with an idea.  You know you can solve a specific problem for a specific group of people.  The idea germinates from here and becomes a full blown business (ad)venture!

I took these steps.  My clients have taken these steps too, and sometimes many times over.
Here are some things to consider even before you think about taking that first step:

1. are you ready for the insecurity of no secure, steady pay cheque?
2. is your family ready for that?
3. do you have any idea where to start?
4. do you have a role-model?
5. what will it take for you to tackle all of this?  there is quite a lot to do

Have I attacked your passion enough?  You may really be sitting there saying "I'll show you EXACTLY what I can do!!!"

Awesome!
That's what I wanted to know.  Are you passionate enough to get this plan in motion and get it in motion NOW?

Here is a new tool I have developed.  It is called 'Get Started - 7 Steps to Get to the Heart of Your Business'.  This download will definitely make you think through all the heart-centred, passion-focused issues that you could be facing or need to consider as well as provide you with a go to list of other things that need to be addressed in your business planning sessions.

Let me know how I can help.  You can always use a complimentary 30 minute Clear Vision session to start talking about your new business (ad)venture with me, and get clear on how to start

Know Yourself

As creatures that think and walk and talk, we often think that we know ourselves.  Self-awareness is a key leadership competency.  Leaders though, know all about that - except do we take into consideration other aspects of ourselves, not just the 'work-leader' characteristics.

Ask yourself these questions:

1. Do I have a healthy body?  Exercise and eat properly?
2. Do I have a healthy mind?  Take time to focus on things other than work?
3. Do I have a peaceful soul?  Find time to meditate or relax and clear the mind?
4. Do I have healthy habits?  Enjoy time with family and friends, travel and explore?

Determine which area needs work and put a plan in place to help yourself move in a new direction.  You will find that you will have more energy, better focus and a clear mind.

Check out Wellness Coaching at Solution Linx Online Coaching to help get you started.