Lots of people want to start a business. Far fewer actually do it.
Tash and Emma unpack what can keep an idea stuck in your head for years, from self-doubt and money worries to overthinking the perfect way to begin. They also share their very different approaches to getting started, and why both come back to the same idea: create some momentum.
In this episode:
🚀 Why talking about an idea can feel productive, even when you have not actually taken the first step
🧠 How self-doubt, comparison and fears about a “saturated” market can quietly stop people from starting
💰 Why some businesses need more money upfront, and how you may be able to test an idea before investing heavily
📱 How creating content or building an audience can help you test demand, develop useful skills and learn what people actually want
🧪 Why not every idea will work, and how trying something can still give you useful skills, data and clarity
🏃 The two very different ways Tash and Emma create momentum, from taking one tiny step to building a larger project before launching
⏰ How deadlines, accountability and giving yourself set “shifts” can make it easier to find time for a side project
🙊 Why being selective about who you share a new idea with can help protect your confidence while it is still taking shape
The big takeaway? You do not need to have every part of a business figured out before you begin. Start in a way that suits how your brain works. That might mean taking one tiny action today, or setting yourself a bigger project that forces you to follow through. Either way, doing something can teach you far more than thinking about doing it.
Disclaimer:
Any advice is general and does not consider your financial situation needs, or objectives, so consider whether it’s appropriate for you. You should also consider seeking professional advice before making any financial decision.
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