You know, it’s always enough to know the first step to get started. Might sound like a cliché but then I think it is a cliché for a reason 😉 I was reminded of this yesterday when working on my business and what I intend to do this year. I have some really exciting changes I will make. But I don’t have a clue exactly how it will be done. Though, what I do know is the first step. So: all I have to do is take it. And the rest will follow.

 

The same goes for you and the changes you would like to make this year.

 

What would you attempt this year if you knew you couldn’t fail? Fear of failure is one of the most common reasons for not taking action. Ironically, the cure of fear is…action. No matter if it’s fear of failure or fear of something else. So what if we decide that today, we’ll all do something to get one step closer to that dream in spite of fear. Could be a great way to start the year, right?

 

Being creative, pushing the world forward isn’t something reserved for a few. It’s something we all can do. Creativity, and entrepreneurship, is in our DNA. Everything around us is the result of creativity and someone’s courage to push opportunities and dare to see things as they can be rather than as they are. It can just as well be you. Free your inner entrepreneur.

Brilliant Simon Sinek has written ”So much of starting a business or affecting change is the confidence and courage to simply try.” Couldn’t agree more! And I would say it’s not just true when starting but also when running a business or a career. If we don’t give it a try we will never know if it works or not. I think having the courage to try is one of the keys to success in today’s ever-changing world. It’s also one of the building blocks in an entrepreneurial mindset. Which I will do my very best to spread in business and work-life.

 

Free Your Inner Entrepreneur!

 

 

Today, it’s time for the awarded researchers to receive their Nobel Prizes. I use to listen to some of the winner interviews and one thing that strikes me every year is that to win the Nobel Prize, you have to love what you do. Because then you have the energy to continue also when things aren’t going your way. Then you have full access to your creativity. Then you have the courage to explore the opportunities around you. I would say it’s an entrepreneurial mindset. And I believe that loving what you do is the fuel your entrepreneurial mind needs.

 

It’s uncomfortable when we take that leap of faith and throw ourselves out in the unknown. It’s uncomfortable when we leave the safe harbor setting off for the blue oceans. Nevertheless we need to go there in order to grow and develop. The solution? Make yourself comfortable being uncomfortable. This week, I’m working on leaving the well known behind as I set off for the next level in my business. Uncomfortable indeed 😉 But I know that when I widen my comfort zone more and more will be comfortable. Here we go 🙂

 

Of course it is interesting to listen to others’ experiences. But in my opinion, hearing what you will do in the future, based on what you’ve learned so far, is way more interesting. Still we tend to spend so much time thinking and talking about the past when we’re about to take the next step in our professional lives. Where’s the logic in that? Our next step is supposed to take us into the future, so maybe smart to focus on the future… Remember: your past doesn’t dictate your future. Your future does. What’s your next big thing?

 

I’m super fascinated by heroes. Think it started when I read Lord of the Rings for the first time. Lately I’ve been thinking about why, what’s so special with these heroes? To me, it’s about courage. It’s about stepping up on your path even though you don’t know exactly where to go or if you do have what it takes… I think we need more heroes in work life too – those who decide to follow their own path and create the professional life they want instead of struggling at some pre-defined career path.

 

Ready to free the hero inside?

 

 

One of my major reasons for running my own business is to be able to work where I want, when I want and with whom I want. This gives me freedom to explore and develop and constantly reinvent myself, my concepts, my company and the way I do business. I continuously learn from my amazing clients and partners who help me launch an updated beta version of myself every day. I become more and more me, and more and more unique. So does my business. My firm belief is that that’s what makes people wanna work with me. The same goes for you.

 

 

When you feel inspired you will inspire others. And there’s nothing you cannot do. Make sure your work inspires you. If not, you’ll waste your potential.

 

What will you do today to get inspired?