Have you ever wondered why the fear of failure is often worse than failure itself? Well, I’ve pondered over this fact numerous times and have determined that this statement is true and relevant in life and business.
After talking to numerous female entrepreneurs about their journey to success, I realize that the main ingredient in their recipe to success is failure. That’s right – failure. Believe it or not, embracing failure brings you one step closer to achieving your goals.
Yes, it may be a challenge to wrap your arms around the “F-word”, but understand that accepting failure is not only liberating, but empowering, as well. You need to learn from your mistakes and have the will power to stand up and brush yourself off – failing is nothing more than an opportunity to thrive.
It’s also important to avoid using “failure” and “fear” in the same sentence and appreciate the meanings of both words. Simply put, failure is the result of trying something and not succeeding; whereas fear results from dreading the consequences of failure.
Accept the fact that you will make mistakes and you will fail along the way; however, you will persevere provided that you…try and try again.
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- Stay clear of negative people: They zap your energy.
- Be a perpetual student: Find a mentor and learn from the best.
- Instead of asking “Why?” ask “Why not?”: Have a positive outlook… the possibilities are endless.
- Set clear goals: Know where you want to go and proceed full speed ahead.
- Relax, release and unwind: Laugh a little; it’s not that serious!
Successful businesses are not created overnight. Women who triumph are those who face setbacks, obstacles and disappointments with courage and accept failure as an integral part of running a small business.
I believe that entrepreneurs are made; not born. I started my professional career in corporate America; not from the comforts of my home office. Like many women, I was inspired to start my own business out of a need to fulfill my passion. I learned how to run a successful copywriting business by way of trial and error - the best on the job training.
Before I go, I want to share advice that the Food Network's, Ina Garten ("The Barefoot Contessa") offers to women, “Be willing to jump off the cliff and figure out how to fly on the way down.” So go out and face your fears and let your dreams soar!
