The Southern Belle CEO

Sometimes the hardest part of anything is beginning. That first step. Forward motion from a state of inactivity takes great energy and motivation. It takes determination and a large dose of initiative.

One of my greatest faults is the feeling that I need to have everything perfect before I can begin a project. The plan has to be completely mapped, all the wrinkles ironed out. This frame of mind has stopped me from doing many things. If you are anything like me, get over yourself and get started.

I just read a quote from Napoleon Hill which fits this topic, “JUST WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR AND WHY ARE YOU WAITING?” (If you ever need a great read then pick up something, anything, by Napoleon Hill – he will get you focused, fast!!)

Now if you ask that question and have a legitimate answer, then by all means wait, get whatever needs done, done….then get started. But to often I hear excuses, not reasons.

So don’t let excuses stop you. Don’t wait for everything to fall into place. Get started and work out the kinks as you go. Remember, starting is the hardest part, not the planning, the initiating is… so, as the Nike slogan says so well, “Just Do It.”

I have heard it said that the hardest thing that needs doing in your business, will most likely be the next thing that needs doing. That is such a profound statement. For me it was starting this blog. I knew all the reasons why I should, and I knew the benefits of doing so….and I actually like to write.

So, what was stopping me?? Fear. The fear of failure is often the root cause of not getting started. I will write on this later, but, it often helps us to recognize our enemy. Once I realized what was causing me to hold back on starting, I could take action.

Once you are started, the motion will create more motion, science proves this everyday. And I am sure you know this also.

So, do something today. Whether it be in your business, something personal, or an odd job that needs your attention at home. Take control and take action. Just Do It… Today.

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