Sometimes
all it takes is acting on that daring whisper in your gut instinct that says… “Go for
it!”
I
used to think Entrepreneurs are geniuses, sometimes I still do; that this
sphere was for the chosen few; those that are rich and daring enough.
Time
has however proved this to be a fallacy, I have come to realize that any
successful Entrepreneur’s journey began with just a single idea and turned into
a multi-million dollar international brand. I do listen to young people speak
about their passion, their dreams and all I see is untapped potential.
Watching
shows like Shark Tank inspires millions of people across the world, these business
Sharks each have a story to tell of their beginning and sometimes more often
than not it’s not what we perceive it to be. It’s important that anyone who
aspires to be an entrepreneur be daring and willing to take risks and follow
their vision even if at times it might appear to be leading them to a crag.
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| Photo Courtesy: TV by the numbers |
In
my journey to discovering my purpose, passions and dreams I have certainly walked through the crag not
once but a number of times; be it financial, mental, physical or both. This
becomes an inevitable part of growth as an entrepreneur as this discovery is
linked with taking risks.
No
matter what career path you have chosen, launching your first startup requires
one to be enthusiastic, self-motivated and excited about that particular
project. Human beings thrive best when it comes to what they love doing rather
than what they have to do.
Whether
employed or self-employed your zest for your business/career and your ability
to learn and listen is directly connected to how well you enjoy your work. This can be enhanced by having the right perspective and attitude. Maintaining a negative view or a pessimistic outlook or remaining stuck in on lack of motivation can turn a great business idea into a failure. Think about what you excel at, not what you lack, especially when first launching a new business. Focus on your end goals not all the little steps you must take to get there.
I
love studying the human character and especially how they react to their work
and personal life. I watch people wake up very early, take the bus and head to
work you can see their determination from a distance not until you interact
with them. This has become the routine, we do things because we have to do them
but not because we want to or enjoy doing them. I call this the Zombie Mode; a
condition in which one is not able to function properly throughout the day and
general malaise. We live once and life is not a rehearsal why waste it doing
things that don’t bring out the best of you?!
In the words of Kian Kaze (RockstarPreneur), “if you’re
someone who believes in going your own way and in having a lot of fun doing it
- which it sounds like you are - then you’re already on the right track. Go
ahead wear your passion on your sleeve for all to see and do a lot more
listening than talking. And remember when in doubt, trust your instincts.”
It’s
time we stopped taking the back seat and hoping somehow things are going to
work out. Remember, it only took an idea to create an empire for most of these successful
entrepreneurs. Don’t underestimate the power within you; don’t underestimate
your abilities; sometimes all it takes is for you to act on that daring whisper,
have a winning spirit, love what you do and determination to prepare yourself for
the journey unknown.
“If you can't figure out your purpose, figure out your passion. For your
passion will lead you right into your purpose.” -- Bishop T.D. Jakes
Written By:
Dorcas Waringa
28th February, 2015
