Speaking from experience, in order for me to achieve success I had to let go of my ego. I had this belief, that in order for me to become successful, I firstly had to do everything on my own accord, to be a one-man-band. Secondly, that the ideas all had to come from me, that they should be original so I could "claim" them. And finally, the biggest hurdle for me, was to learn to admit that sometimes I didn't know best (ouch that hurt!).
What were the thoughts going through my mind? That if I was wrong, it meant I couldn't be successful. I mean - how far from the truth is that! You look at all successful entrepreneurs - each have made many mistakes along their journey, and that is what makes them who they are today. Thomas Edison made over 1000 mistakes before he came across the right way to create a light bulb, and look how successful he was!
So, this is a chance for all "Learner" entrepreneurs, and probably some experienced ones to put down the ego and walk freely to success! Here are three things to let go of:
1. DIY (DO IT YOURSELF) - For some reason, I had it in my head that the truly successful entrepreneurs did everything on their own. I believe I thought this because when you hear about their successes, you just hear their names not a list of helpers. What I realised, after much research, they have teams that help them out. Delegation is the key - do the things you want and find the best people for the rest. A great book to read is "The E-Myth" by Michael Gerber.
LESSON ONE: Learn to delegate and do the 1-2 things you enjoy doing the most. Richard Branson, a successful entrepreneur, stuck to what he was good at and got others to do everything else.
2. Idea's were all mine, or not at all - Umm... yeah, was I stubborn or what! That little ego would pop up it's head, anytime someone suggested an improvement on my ideas and I would become defensive. Once I realised my ideas and growth wouldn't get anywhere until I embraced other people's ideas - the growth was exponential. Anytime I heard suggestions or criticisms, I thought - how could this make my business better? With that attitude - you only have one direction for success, and that is up!
LESSON TWO: Be open to new ideas, suggestions and criticism. Ask yourself, how could I use this information to improve on what I already have?
3. I must get it right the first time or else it means I am not successful on my own right - this mindset couldn't be further from the truth if it tried. You know what though, I believed it whole heartedly and took me a while to let go. To be a successful entrepreneur you have to have more courage and commitment than original ideas. Many successful inventions actually started off as an idea for something else - look up the slinky, silly putty and the Popsicle. Whatever happens with your idea or business let it naturally evolve, be relaxed - it will gravitate towards success if you just let go.
LESSON THREE: Ideas are organic, through trial and error, suggestions and natural progression; it will evolve into whatever it is meant to be.
With the ego left behind and a focus on success - you will be on your way through a fantastic journey. Once I focused on my goal of being financially free - rather than HOW it was going to happen, the evolution of ideas became more natural and more free flowing. Resistance was gone and I embraced ideas and suggestions coming from every angle. If you can just take these three things into consideration - you will be amazed at the success that will be just around the corner.
What were the thoughts going through my mind? That if I was wrong, it meant I couldn't be successful. I mean - how far from the truth is that! You look at all successful entrepreneurs - each have made many mistakes along their journey, and that is what makes them who they are today. Thomas Edison made over 1000 mistakes before he came across the right way to create a light bulb, and look how successful he was!
So, this is a chance for all "Learner" entrepreneurs, and probably some experienced ones to put down the ego and walk freely to success! Here are three things to let go of:
1. DIY (DO IT YOURSELF) - For some reason, I had it in my head that the truly successful entrepreneurs did everything on their own. I believe I thought this because when you hear about their successes, you just hear their names not a list of helpers. What I realised, after much research, they have teams that help them out. Delegation is the key - do the things you want and find the best people for the rest. A great book to read is "The E-Myth" by Michael Gerber.
LESSON ONE: Learn to delegate and do the 1-2 things you enjoy doing the most. Richard Branson, a successful entrepreneur, stuck to what he was good at and got others to do everything else.
2. Idea's were all mine, or not at all - Umm... yeah, was I stubborn or what! That little ego would pop up it's head, anytime someone suggested an improvement on my ideas and I would become defensive. Once I realised my ideas and growth wouldn't get anywhere until I embraced other people's ideas - the growth was exponential. Anytime I heard suggestions or criticisms, I thought - how could this make my business better? With that attitude - you only have one direction for success, and that is up!
LESSON TWO: Be open to new ideas, suggestions and criticism. Ask yourself, how could I use this information to improve on what I already have?
3. I must get it right the first time or else it means I am not successful on my own right - this mindset couldn't be further from the truth if it tried. You know what though, I believed it whole heartedly and took me a while to let go. To be a successful entrepreneur you have to have more courage and commitment than original ideas. Many successful inventions actually started off as an idea for something else - look up the slinky, silly putty and the Popsicle. Whatever happens with your idea or business let it naturally evolve, be relaxed - it will gravitate towards success if you just let go.
LESSON THREE: Ideas are organic, through trial and error, suggestions and natural progression; it will evolve into whatever it is meant to be.
With the ego left behind and a focus on success - you will be on your way through a fantastic journey. Once I focused on my goal of being financially free - rather than HOW it was going to happen, the evolution of ideas became more natural and more free flowing. Resistance was gone and I embraced ideas and suggestions coming from every angle. If you can just take these three things into consideration - you will be amazed at the success that will be just around the corner.
About the Author:
Hayley Weatherburn is a Life Coach who also has her own self-development home based business. Hayley enjoys helping others succeed in their financial dreams whether it through coaching or her opportunity for entrepreneurs. Grab a totally unique version of this article from the Uber Article Directory
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