April 2016 - Just Me Company - Elinor Cohen

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Advice From 109 Bloggers and Entrepreneurs About Starting a Business

Starting a business is exciting. So. Many. Possibilities. Everyone has their own personal ‘why’ — family, more freedom, to travel more, or to be able to take more yoga classes. Either way, entrepreneurship offers a lot more than the 9 to 5 grind.

The best thing about starting your own business, is that you have the ability to craft your own lifestyle. Want to be home more for your family? You can be. Want to travel to another country for an extended period? You can. Want to to learn how to do handstands in a daytime class? You can.

To help you decide whether you should ditch the 9-5 grind, , I asked 55 experts like Ramit Sethi, Marie Forleo, and Kimra Luna to share their wisdom. They have some great advice about mindset shifts to actionable plans. If a certain quote resonates with you, be sure to tweet it out.

Marie Forleo
If you want guarantees in a business, then don’t start a business @marieforleo
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‪Bonnie Gillespie

Don't measure too soon. Do the work consistently without checking its impact constantly. @BonnieGillespie

‪Karina Mullen Branson

Be grateful. Appreciation begets success. Even for things that seem like obstacles...see them as opportunities. @ConverSketch

‪Courtney Bowden

Buckle up, there is no fast track to success! It's work & people relate to that. Build relationships & you build success! @TSLiaison

Danielle LaPorte

Convention has it’s merits, but when you’re kicking off something new, always think rogue @DanielleLaPorte

‪Kai-Ashley Clifford

Healing your past & creating a great business go hand in hand: The more inner work you do, the greater your outer success @VibrantKai

‪Carly Ringer

Never look back or second guess yourself...ever. You started this because you believed you could succeed. IG bourbonandbangles

Ramit Sethi
When you’re the same as everyone else, you’re a commodity. And that means crummy pay, long hours, and bad customers. @ramit
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Remember to stay hungry even when you bite off more than you can chew. @holdandhave

Ni‪chole Sylvester

Align with your highest and best self, there you'll find courage, strength, magnetism and purpose. @nikkisyl

Have faith and ask for help from the Divine & people here on earth‪ @FindingYourFiji

‪Taylor Manning

If you're looking to start a business, take action. Don’t sit and wait for approval, take action and making it happen. @taylormcreative

‪Nicte Cuevas

Strong visual communication is an essential asset to any brand. Don't underestimate its value! @NicteCreativDSN

Own your expertise in your niche & own your value. If you don't believe in yourself no one else will @emmacombes1

Derek Halpern
The big question is how do you build a business that works for you? @derekhalpern
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‪Stephanie Henson

Think about your skills, strengths, and weaknesses. Outsource the skills you don't have! It will save you from frustration! @SixTickssocial

‪Christopher Lawrence Llewellyn Fleming

Never be afraid to say no to a client! @equillmedia

Take time to learn about yourself, consider which skills are worth cultivating, and know which tasks should be delegated. @introvertology

‪Brandyn Coe Randolph

Going into business with yourself can be a roller coaster. Just be ready to enjoy the ride.

‪Nick Joannidis

Make sure you align yourself with great mentors and people you can aspire to be. @runcoachnick

Mihai Alexandru Herman

There's no overnight success. Offer huge amounts of value. Work on yourself more than on your business. Smile.' @MihaiHerman

‪Dominique Valcourt-Gast

The best advice is 'to stay the course and not waver'. Many of us get discouraged. @gastdominique

‪Kimra Luna
Work on your mindset. Mindset matters more than anything else. @kimraluna
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‪Valerie Baker

Happiness is being present with what's happening. Make happiness the foundation of your success.' ‪#hearttalkyoga @drvaleriebaker

Do more yoga- the mat offers how to be strong, balanced, flexible and surrender ego. ‪#entreprenurialgold @wholebeinginc

Jenny Shih
Stop selling your services, start selling solutions. @jennyshih
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BE YOU. Unapologetically. Authentically. People buy your story, before they buy your product. @UllaMUA

‪Tony D’Angelo

You will fail. Success is not the opposite of failure. Success is a measure of how hard you push back against failure @tonydangelo1988

‪Naiana Miranda

Keep it real @naianamir

Alexa Williams Meisler

Create monthly, weekly & daily goals. Focus on what is profit producing first & don't get lost in minutia. @52perfectdays

‪Melissa Llarena Diaz

Do something scary everyday and you'll build the courage you'll need to outpace your peers. @careeroutcomes

Natalie Rose Williams

Always trust your intuition and remember there is no one right way to build a successful business. @NatalieSperling

‪Nicole Vahlkamp

'Do it trembling if you must, but do it.' - ‪Emmet Fox retweeted by @nicolemichal

Thomas Parsons

Focus on getting revenue. What people buy will give you feedback on where to focus your attention. @thomasghparsons

Know Your People! Find 'em Talk to 'em. Ask 'em questions. Set up a way for them to pay you. Build them something to solve their problems. @katedoster

‪Sarah Mueller

Surround yourself with people who are further along than you are. @theearlybirdmon

‪Sahar Gosain

Always test it yourself. People love to give you their opinion when they have no experience in it so always test it yourself.‪ @moondanillc

Differentiation over imitation! Always stand out. Never fit in. @jujuhook

'Create your business empire adventurously!' @creativethrival

‪Deborah Lange

'your body is talking to you, are you listening?' @deborahlange

‪Tony Mariotti

If you want to grow fast, be the first at something. Find and exploit a marketing channel no one else has mastered. @tonymariotti

‪Ryan Stewart ‪

The only way to achieve success is to put in the time, learn from your mistakes and work your ass off. @ryanwashere

Be you, YOUR way. Screw expectations and follow your own path. @braveboldyou

‪Katie Ashley

Remember your why. Create work/family/relationship balance from the start. @katieashleylove

‪Jess Bahr ‪

Be clear with your goals and flexible in your methods. @jessabahr

Under promise, over deliver, and start by giving it away for free. Raving and loyal fans are the key to success! @sarah_masci

Know your client/define your niche. @drsarabender

Be genuine and transparent. People want to know the really you. @raepublic

‪Kathy Nolan Butler

Live from a place of abundance always. You have unique gifts to share with the world. Never give up. @kathybutler

‪Meka Sherisse West

Know your numbers! A strong money foundation moves you forward. @pennysmartgirl

‪Elaina Veveakis Narvaez

Embrace startup debt. Use it as a tool. And a mindset coach is critical.

‪Casey Lightbody

Focus on making quality connections and building your network. It takes a village to raise a business. @caseylightbody

‪JessicaLynn Starling

Mindset goes a long way, along with smart working, and visualization, manifestation. @jesslynncreatve

‪AnYes Van Rhijn

Develop a clear vision, have a winning mindset, be accountable, lots of self-care, and a great mentor. @tclacademy

‪Andrea Anderson

Stay clear & precise in money management. Separate your business finances from your personal finances. @LadyBossAndrea

‪Amanda Thomason

Don't get too caught up in being perfect or knowing everything before you start. @A_M_Thomason

Focus on your why, your core message and values. They are your guiding light. Money is an outcome not the goal. @donnadesign

‪Debbie Platt Janoff

You have to spend money to make money. @wholey_fit

‪Katie Daniels Dunne

Your ideas will change, your whole business may change, but no matter what, keep trying! @KatieRDunne

‪Kristen J. Bates ‪

Don't worry about networking...focus on working. Your great work will bring the referrals and opportunities @kristenjbates

Gena Shingle Jaffe
Make sure the legal protections are in place, so you can focus on serving @genashingle
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‪Katy Saer Liv Shanti

Love yourself enough to be able to share your message with the world @KatySaer

Lindsey Germono Glodt

Ask for help!!! @germonoads

Progress not perfection

‪Tamara Paterson

Let go of the outcome. Leave space for the Universe to work its magic. @myblessings7

Be consistent. If you wait til you 'feel like it', you won't have a business. @denisedt

Burnout is not a badge of honor, embrace your pace. @tammyguests

Learn to say 'no' so that you leave space for 'yes'! @drlauraciel

Start thinking like a boss and you'll start acting like a boss. @dreamersoc

‪Crystal Curran

When stuck, ask for help. There is a wealth of information and camaraderie at your fingertips — if you just reach out. @revaville

‪Rosalind Smith

Make sure you're deeply passionate. it must feel right and always come from a place of 'service', success will be yours. @theweightwitch

‪Joanna Hunter

Cut your learning curve and hire the right coach from the start! @joannahuntercom

‪Amber Annette

Pay attention to how you are feeling first and foremost. Your emotions are a compass guiding you towards what you want. @askamberannette

‪Kim Bowen Bliss

Trust in yourself and your abilities as you take action that is aligned with who you are. You're the only you in the Universe. @kimbowenbliss

Meditation helps you calm the mind and strip away the junk.@YogiTish

‪Monica Rivera

When your passion, purpose, and what you do in the world align— THAT is your hustle. Pursue that. - @monicaBMH

Replace disappointment with redirection. Keep your eye on the prize and know God's repositioning you onto the path you were meant to travel.

‪Stacey Olson

Baby steps everyday amount to a big leap forward over time.

‪Corina Ferreyra

Never stop moving. Never paralyze yourself because you don't know how to do it. Just keep the momentum going. @corina_ferreyra

‪Lydia Romero-Johnson

Follow your gut, stay true to yourself. @tweetyleely

DO IT! Success starts by saying YES to YOU! ‪#loveyouradventure‪#BetheHEROofyourownstory @yestotheying

Don't compare your journey with anyone else. It's your life. Design it as you please. @elianamreyes

‪Alyssa Ostrander

It's the consistency of you showing up every day with your authentic truth that makes others pay attention. @4lyssaostrander

Fear can be a protective force. Most times it's projecting past experience into the future, keeping us small. @claudiafrey'

‪Amanda LeBlanc

Be unapologetic about what you want and don't wait for permission! @amandagallinger

Start with doing what you love that could be turned into a business.. Don't go with the first thing @simonechoy_

‪Stacy Flannery

Use your past failures as fuel.

Lauren Roerick

Fail fast. Don't be afraid to jump in. Keep testing and trying. Don't just consume information, create.‪@laurenroerick

‪Anne Moutray Arndt

Get clear on your vision and keep doing the next thing to bring that vision into reality. @AnneMoutray

‪Laura Clifton Poindexter

What can you do today to get someone to write you a check? @laurabcreative.

‪Tracy Braime

Keep your eyes on the target and your mind in the game! @TracyBraime

‪Vanessa Corazon

Always listen to your inner voice, if a marketing tactic makes you feel icky - don't do it. There's always a better way. @Psychic_Vanessa

‪Chizzy Igbokwe

Community is the new currency. Find your tribe add value to them and they will add value to you. @Chizzy

‪Danielle Miller

Know the 3-5 Core Values of your Brand and the WHY around the work you do. @daniellemmiller

‪Britney Gardner

You can't see everything in your business. You need an outside perspective from time to time. @britneygardner

Have a Plan, See the vision and Stay focused! @NoNonsenseNan

‪Lisa Schmidt

Get a growth friend (biz bff) and seek out a mentor. @thelisaschmidt

‪Bridget Irby

Invest in yourself just as much, or more, than your business. It is your own mental maturity that is the key to your success. @bridget_irby

Magaly LaMadrid

Don't wait until things are perfect. Start. Keep the activities up! @‪magalylamadrid

April 26, 2016/0 Comments/by Elinor Cohen