Overcome procrastination in business

One simple step to develop as an entrepreneur

Author

Rudy Banks
August 06, 2023

“You don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great”. This quote is often used as inspiration for students. It means that it's okay to make mistakes when learning something new, but you can't succeed if you don't get started”

― Les Brown

Overcoming Procrastination in Business?

Like many people starting in business, I used to think I needed every "I" dotted and all T's crossed. Little did I know there was one simple thing I needed to do...

How much time have you spent just thinking about non-revenue generating tasks?

Now Don't get me wrong — planning and preparation is part of the process.

But — spending months thinking about: business cards, websites, business names, LLC's and more? ( a bit much)

Here’s the thing…

When I left corporate, I applied for a DBA and starting doing freelance work. Starting out? I really didn't need the DBA.

Why?

This hands on approached allowed me to learn my target market fast!

It's important to gather market research (data) on your customer base. Why create or start a business that no one will patronize?

I know people who sell their services in DM's (direct messages).

That's right! No fancy website, business cards or business name required!

Think about this — people do business with those they know, like, and trust.

So, I realized I needed to spend less time thinking and planning out every single detail.

All I needed to do was - TAKE ACTION!

It's about talking to more people. Being the analytical person I am — I had to learn how to process information quicker in order to make decisions faster.

Now — I can move faster towards measurable results.

Remember: you don't have to be great to start but you have to start to be great.

I challenge you to starve your fears and procrastination by TAKING ACTION.

Start NOW!


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Thank you for taking the time to read today's TechPreneur Newsletter. I hope the information was helpful and inspiring. As always, I'm here to support you in your business journey, so please don't hesitate to reach out to me on Twitter at @rudybanx Keep striving for success!

Until next time!

~Rudy

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