Have you ever been driving down the road and suddenly raninto a patch of fog?
It can be scary, can't it?
The same thing can happen as you build your home-based business!
Read on to find out how. . .
Most everyone who has their own business has spent some timeinvestigating their chosen opportunity and getting theirquestions answered before they made their decision.
Once that decision is made to get started, most people have highhopes, big dreams, tons of enthusiasm, a solid commitment, and a"nothing is going to stop me" attitude. And it's only naturalfor them, at this point, to believe that everyone they come incontact with is going to "see it" and either buy their productor join their business with them.
And then reality sets in. . .
If we're not careful, the bright and promising vision we had inthe beginning for ourselves will become clouded and dulled, asif a slow moving fog has surrounded us, and suddenly we can'tsee where we are going.
When you find yourself in this "fog" it can be tempting to stop.You are afraid to keep moving somewhere that you can't see, soyou may be tempted to turn around and go back, because you knowwhere that leads and it is comfortable there.
I want to prepare you for "the fog" that invades us all fromtime to time, so it won't take you by surprise.
I want to encourage you NOT to turn around and go back, becauseif you are patient, the fog WILL LIFT. Or, even better, help youfind the courage to continue to make your way through the foggypatches because you know that the sun is shining just a bitfurther down the road.
So. . .
What can we do when the fog comes?
How can we see through it?
How can we chase it away?
I. Recognize Where the "fog" is Coming From, Know That It IsNormal, and remember IT WILL PASS!
Everyone has times when their vision gets clouded, theirmotivation declines and their excitement for their business justisn't there. But KNOWING that this is normal and that IT WILLPASS helps you prepare for it and helps you get through it.
Although there are many situations that can become a fog for youin your business, two common ones that almost everyoneexperiences at one time or another are:
1) Negative People
2) Lack of Results
The negativity of other people is a particularly thick and uglyfog that can surround and discourage us. Just remember to nevertake advice (especially financially) from someone who isn'twhere you want to be.
Lack of immediate or profitable results in your business canalso create of fog of doubt in your mind. As this fog quietlyrolls in, you start to doubt yourself and your business.
Again, just being able to recognize what is going on isyour first step to being able to confidently continue on yourjourney - knowing that there is a "clearing" just around thebend!
II. Cultivate a STRONG Vision!
You hear it all the time, but setting goals and creating aVision Statement, writing them down and reviewing them daily isvery powerful.
A goal is merely a dream until it is written down!
Have a goal that really INSPIRES you. Something that will pushyou to do whatever it takes to make it happen. Get past themoney part and think about WHY you want a successful business.
By making yourself dig a little deeper you will start todiscover what is really driving you To help you get to what istruly inspiring your goal try this. . .
Name one of your goals.
Ask yourself, "What good will come to me when I achieve thisgoal"?
In response to that answer, ask yourself, "Why is that importantto me?
And in response to THAT answer, ask yourself, "And why does THATmatter?"
Another way to help you develop your vision is to answer thisquestion:
If you were to receive one million dollars tomorrow morning,free and clear, EXACTLY what would you do with it?
And lastly, take out a clean sheet of paper and complete thisthought. . .
"A complete life to me is one where. . ." and just startwriting. Let your thoughts and dreams flow.
Finding your inspiration and regularly reminding yourself of itis one of the best ways to quickly blast through any fog thatcomes your way!
III. Don't Have False Expectations About the Growth of YourBusiness!
It's ironic in a way, but hearing of other people havingtremendous success very quickly can simultaneously motivate andat the same time frustrate you.
Perhaps you can relate?
The fog slowly rolls into your mind. . ."If they can do it sofast why can't I?", "What's wrong with me", "I'm must not begood enough", "Why is it taking ME so long to earn good money?","This just isn't working", etc., etc.
When you find yourself thinking these types of thoughts STOPYOURSELF! Recognize what is happening, remember this isnormal, and remind yourself it will pass. Pull out your goals,your dream board, your commitment statement and focus on YOURvision of the future.
I promise, this is just a temporary fog and it will pass!
Not everyone gets off to a fast start, but through persistenceand consistent effort have built incredibly successfulbusinesses. Think about a Pack Horse versus a Race Horse. A packhorse will not impress you with its speed or appearance, but itwill amaze you with its quiet strength, patience and stamina.
Whether you start fast or slow doesn't matter. We are allsuccessful!! Keep your Vision!! Look past the fog!!
IV. Make Time For Your Business and Do SOMETHING.
Another thing that can happen when your vision gets foggy isthat you start procrastinating. You find yourself spending moretime just thinking about your business than actuallydoing anything. You start making excuses and tellyourself you just don't have time to work your business.
The next time you tell yourself you don't have time to work onbuilding your business, think about this. . .You have juststated a priority - not a fact!
We all have many priorities in life and it is extremelyimportant that we keep a balance between family, our spiritualfaith, our health and our business. And we must make time forour business. Once you have set aside a specific time, even ifit is just one hour a day - use that time productively and beconsistent.
You can build a successful business part-time, but not sparetime. Are you giving your business a consistent effort or areyou very sporadic in your efforts?
Remember that most success and greatness comes from doing manylittle, repetitive things consistently over time - not just fromone grand moment.
So make yourself DO SOMETHING!
It is amazing how forcing yourself to take some action, nomatter how small, can break you free from the power of inertia.
If you find yourself lacking in persistence, perhaps your desireisn't what it should be. Get a Bigger Dream! Go back to step oneand dig a bit deeper into your goals and find your TRUEINSPIRATION!!!!
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In summary, know that there will be times when your visionbecomes foggy. Recognize what it is, that it is normal and thatit will pass. Work through the fog by strengthening yourcommitment and focusing on your goals and dreams, have realisticexpectations, AND take consistent action in your business.
And remember . . .
Never, Ever, Ever Give Up On Your Dreams!
About the author:
Kathy Black is a successful online entrepreneur dedicated tohelping others achieve success in business and in life. Visithttp://NetMLMSuccess.com to learn step-by-step a better, moreprofitable, and more fun way to run your network marketingbusiness.
