Being an entrepreneur is fun, but that does not mean that there are days where you feel that everything is against you. Days when you feel that Mother Nature got in touch with Father Time and the entire human race and together they are finding ways to create obstacles to all your goals and dreams. Such days do exist, but there are things which can help.
To get you through these times just remember these 3 truths:
1. Everything, good or bad, cannot last forever.
Then it is not a matter of if, but when your misfortune will end. Believing that it will end will allow your subconscious to start figuring out how to get to that point quicker. You might not find a solution immediately, but your brain is probably already working on it and will show you in due course. You must believe this.
2. Sometimes, it's just how you look at things.
Very often, a problem you are directly involved with for which you cannot find an immediate solution keeps growing bigger in your head. Eventually you can see this problem as taking over all your life. Take a step back and re-evaluate the problem. It might help you to list the negatives of this problem. Then also list the possible positives, yes, that's right, positives.
One time we were very close to finalising a considerably large order with a client. This order would have gone a long way for us to reach the turnover target. At the last minute the client lost funding for the project and the order vanished, overnight. At that time seeing the positive was difficult. We were intending on getting a short term facility from the bank, incurring fees and interests. This was no longer needed - a small consolation. This loss eventually led to a change in policy within the company which required the client to pay a deposit up front with sizeable orders. When the time came soon after for another large order we didn't require the bank's assistance and saved a bundle in fees.
3. You are probably not a Superhero, speak out,
though I could be wrong...you might actually be a superhero, in which case please get in contact with me!
For the rest of us, problems immediately seem smaller when we speak to other people about it. Choosing the right people to speak to is important. In business, your friends or partner can listen to a problem, but might not be able to offer any guidance. An experienced accountant or mentor might be a better solution. However it is better to speak to someone than to keep the problem inside of you. If nothing else is available speak to your pet or your plants as this has been proven to help.
You are also most welcome to speak to me, if you would like to discuss any problems you may be facing. Just comment on the blog below.
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