Are you afraid to take risks always in fear that whatever you do will fail? Some of our greatest accomplishment are driven by our failures, but in order to do so you must shake away your fears and be willing to take risks. Courage plays an important role for the entrepreneur so don’t let fear discourage you from going after your dreams. I came across this amazing article on INC.com on 5 ways to kick your fear of failure and gain your motivation in the darkest days. Don’t let your fears or rejection get in your way!
Here are 5 ways to kick your fear of failure.
1. Think critically about the worst that can happen. Most fears and almost all worries are groundless. Whenever risk is involved—and trying something new definitely involves risk—it’s easy to back away when you’re stewing in a pot of vague, indefinite concerns. But nothing I’ve ever tried has ever turned out as badly as I imagined it could. (And I’ve done some really stupid stuff.)
2. Recognize you aren’t different—in a good way. Spend time with a person who is very successful in some field or pursuit; it doesn’t matter what. After a few minutes you’ll probably think, “Wait, this guy isn’t any smarter than me.” After a few more minutes you’ll probably think, “Hey, I’m actually smarter than he is.” Success doesn’t require a high IQ or some special intangible quality that you don’t have.
3. Get a buddy. The average business owner lives in the land of “If it is to be, it’s up to me.” Entrepreneurs actively seek authority and responsibility, but going it alone doesn’t work well when the only person you can turn to when times are tough is yourself. You don’t need a business partner, but you do need someone you can occasionally lean on for emotional support.
4. Think about a time you succeeded. How did you feel about yourself? How did others feel about you? Bask in the glow!
5. Visit inc.com to read the entire article
