Tips for Being Your Own Boss
If you have gone into business for yourself or are considering doing so, then you must be ready to face the rollercoaster experience of being an entrepreneur. The entrepreneurial life has its ups and downs. That much is a fact. But once we learn how to navigate the ride, we’ll get so much more out of it. So, how do we deal with the fluctuations in business and break through to success? How can we keep on keeping on during the stressful times? Here are five strategies help you stay focused and keep on track when everything else would push you off the pathway to success.
Know what you know: Know your goal
There’s something to be said for knowing your goal. Whether you’ve already started the journey or are putting the first foot on the path, you need to know where you’re going or you’ll soon be lost in the wilderness. Entrepreneur states that successful businesses have clearly defined goals. If you have a clear vision of where you want to be in five years, ten years, or even at retirement time then it’s easier to stay focused. Furthermore, you will have a better idea of what you’ll need to make it along the way. When difficulties challenge you, you’ll be better equipped to counteract them. Take time now to map out the long-range plan and plot the incremental steps you need to get there. What resources do you need each step? This is important to obtain your goal. Then when things get tough, pull out your map and see if you’re still on the right path.
Consider the alternative
Sometimes we need only think of the alternative and it’s enough motivation to get us up and scurrying again. Do you want to be working on the clock? Or do you prefer to set your own hours? Do you enjoy being your own boss? If so, then you must push through the down times and make things work by the power of your will.
Look straight ahead: Keep your eyes on the prize
When things get a bit wacky or challenging, maybe things aren’t hopping along at a fast clip, it may be tempting to stray from your goals. Some people even jump into some new endeavor, start a completely new business in addition to the original one. This is usually not a good plan. Entrepreneur advises that business owners stay focused on what they are good at. It rarely works to be an entrepreneur of all trades. Whatever your goal is, stick with it, keep your eyes on the goal and plug on.
Take a little step: Baby steps count
It’s human nature to think in terms of big leaps and great accomplishments, but those huge achievements usually don’t come all in one day. They’re accomplished one step at a time. We may not realize it, but every action that moves us forward is relevant and important. Whatever step it is, just move forward today. Don’t go backward. Don’t stand still. Take one baby step straight ahead and you’re good.
Give yourself five
Don’t forget to give yourself credit every step of the way. Not many people make it in business. The deck is stacked against most entrepreneurs, so you must celebrate the wins. You are to be commended for your accomplishments. The positivity from acknowledging your success will boost your confidence and give you the energy to accomplish even more. So, go ahead and give yourself a high five.
The next time you hit one of those snags just remember it’s only temporary. Soon you’ll be flying high again. Someday you may even get to the point where it’s mostly all smooth sailing. If you’re willing to stay focused during the rough roads, you’ll make it to the goals you’ve set.
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David Michael Gilbertson is the founder and president of 3 Elements Lifestyle, LLC., a Fitness and Weight Loss company that specializes in YOU!. With more than 15 years of experience owning, operating and managing clubs of all sizes, David lectures, delivers seminars and gives workshops on the practical skills required to successfully help you with your health and fitness goals. David also helps you build the teamwork, management, and training necessary to open your own fitness center. For more information on Licensing and Consulting Services Visit his Web site at: www.3elementslifestyle.com or email at daveg@3elementslifestyle.com or call (805) 499-3030.
