I'm going to address a sometimes touchy topic here - asking for help.
Why is this a touchy subject? Because so many solo entrepreneurs have the “I-can-do it-myself” mentality (me included) and feel that if they can’t do EVERYTHING themselves- they’re a slug...a lazy bum...(pure stinkin thinkin’!)
Let me tell you, if you still have this mindset, or anything like it, you’re making a BIG mistake! You’re probably struggling in your business, too...right?
I can relate. I had the same mentality...I’m a real do-it-yourself-er kinda gal. I took pride in my ability to tackle things and figure them out on my own. I told myself it was proof of my 'independence and self-reliance'. Don’t get me wrong - those things are important...but not if they come at the expense of your success!
Let’s call it for what it is...pretty much an ego-driven thing. It’s even worse...when you take into account that I was a teacher and coach! I would NEVER let my two daughters or my own kids be so stubborn, so it’s hard to believe I allowed myself to be that way.
It 100% STALLED my success!
Ever caught yourself thinking these things:
Why delegate or even pay others to do something I can do myself?
Why would I need a coach? What can they tell me that I don't already "know"?
Why share what I’m doing with others who either don't understand or who’ll poo-poo my ideas?
Who’s gonna look out for me better than myself?
I don’t need to waste money on that stuff...I know what I’m doing.
REALLY? Do you really know what you’re doing? Well then keep doing what you’re already doing and you’ll keep getting what you’ve been getting!
I feel a knot forming in my stomach as I write this because now in hindsight, I can see that I was removing myself from even the possibility of success!
By thinking I couldn’t or wouldn’t benefit from the help of another, more experienced person - one who’d traveled the path before me and had lessons to teach me that would help SHORTEN my path to success, I was discounting my own potential!
Can you relate to any of this? Does this sound like you too?
We don’t live in a vacuum. That mentality is a progress killer. It’s time to open up and allow the good stuff in...you NEED the support of others.
Once I shifted from my “I-can-do it-myself” mentality to seeking, and even welcoming the support of others, everything changed! My productivity went through the roof. My confidence soared and my decisions and daily interactions took on a whole new meaning.
That all happened because I embraced the idea of mentorship and community...and I let go of my “I-can-do-it-myself” mentality.
The result is what you see on the pages of my blog, in the lives of women and people I’ve helped, and in the valuable connections and friendships (both personal and professional) that have formed.
Since you’re a home business entrepreneur (or an aspiring one) your progress can grow exponentially with the support of others who care about you and your success.
My home business went from an idea and a desire and blank pages to a personally branded website, and a business where I get to help people like you...all because I invited the help in. Hands down, the BEST decision ever!
Help comes from a lot of different places, but I found an exceptionally good one that SIGNIFICANTLY streamlined the process and helped my business zoom in on the very things that matter most to home business owners - getting up and running quickly and acquiring the skills to grow and expand an online presence to attract my own leads, clients and customers.
If you want that for yourself - and I’m betting you do - then here’s what you need to do next:
Click the link and register for this completely free webinar, and see if it’s not the most mind-blowing opportunity for you and your business! Remember...run, don't walk!
Help Me Make A Quantum Leap Now!
|
![]() |
I have often struggled with these same things. It took me several years to finally break down and ask someone for their help. Once I did though, it really opened up a whole new world for me. I began to learn new things but, the best part of asking others for help is that I could offer more help to the ones that turned to me for help. And helping others is what its all about.
Thanks for this post.
Melanie Gray recently posted..What is the Best Home Business for Women?
Thank you Eryn, ……….
Pingback: How To Make A Quantum Leap In Your Home Business | MLM News Feed
Love this power-packed look into the real Eryn. Boy, where have you been all my online business career? Good job.