Are you a solopreneur who sometimes finds it challenging to run your business with confidence? Does doubt, worry, or fear creep in? Do you worry about not finding clients or meeting revenue goals? If you deal with self-doubt, then you are not alone. Starting a new business can be intimidating because the health and wealth of your business lie in your hands.

So how do you get rid of your fears and become that confident CEO you’ve always imagined?

Shift Your Mindset

Sometimes we can be our own worse critic. Stop being hard on yourself. When a negative thought or fear creeps in your mind, replace that thought with 3-5 positive thoughts. Keep a positive mindset and surround yourself with positive people. “Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.” – Proverbs 13:20

Give Yourself Some Love

Start a gratitude journal and write down the things you are grateful for when it comes to who you are as a person and a business owner. Write self-affirmations such as ‘I am smart, I am worthy, I am knowledgeable, I am kind.’ Believe in yourself and know that your voice and your purpose matters. There are many people out there who need your gifts.

Envision the Future

Close your eyes and imagine yourself as a confident CEO. How will you act and talk? What good habits will you have? What will your lifestyle look like? Don’t wait to start practicing good habits. Start with one and be consistent. 

Breathe

Whenever you feel anxiety or stress start to kick in, take 3 deeps breaths. It’s going to be OK. No one was born out of the womb knowing how to be a CEO. It’s a learned skill. You won’t get everything right, and I’m pretty sure you won’t get everything wrong either. With experience and time, you will sharpen your knowledge and skill set. Stay consistent with sowing good seeds in your business and your hard work will reap a reward.

Take Action

Write down your top 3 fears in business. Next, write down 1 action item you will take to address each fear. For example, if you worry that you won’t enough money each month, start with writing down your monthly income goal. Write down how many clients or projects it will take to meet this goal. Next, start connecting with potential clients through friends and acquaintances, or online, social media, and virtual meetings. Don’t wait for clients to find you.

Remember to believe in yourself and your gifts. Know that there are people out there who need your services. Don’t give up so quickly. Stay consistent and faithful and before you know it you’ll be running your business like a boss CEO.

Until Next Time…

Melanie Latrelle Grandoit

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