Motivation

[Citygirlypop]

Have an opportunity to build a hobby hustle into a business between other jobs. I just can’t get motivated! Am scared, anxious and hiding. How do I get over this and on with it! Help!

I'll be quite frank with you, if you cannot find the motivation now, you will struggle. There are far harder times to find your get up and go when working for yourself, getting started is the easy bit.

Thanks delilah that’s knocked some sense into me. I’ve just got started. I’ve told myself cock ups are par for the course, and a way to learn. The momentum will grow Im sure.

Eat the elephant one bite at a time.

If you have "Get a website" on the list it is very intimidating.

Break it down until tasks are easily achievable:

• sketch out list of pages
• look for domain names
• research websites for similar companies and make notes on what I like
• purchase domain name
• look for local developers - research then list of 3 to contact

Etc etc

I agree with @DelilahBucket

Thanks everyone!
well I have got started and no one’s hating me. ( where do we get these funny ideas) I get good reviews, repeat customers, now I just need to expand on what I offer.
Next question…how do I streamline the day? I’ve started religiously planning on google calender and something will derail me - looking for packaging took far longer than I thought, the printer went odd..
I don’t achieve anything like I want to. And I waste time sorting how to use blooming Facebook meta instead of designing products. How do I speed up?!
all tips very welcome.

I find having a coach really useful. Someone who can challenge you when you start doubting yourself and telling yourself stories that are not true. Someone who can help you discover why you are choosing to procrastinate with activities that waste time instead of moving forward with your designs and someone who will hold you to account to do what you have set yourself out to do. A monthly session can work wonders in getting your momentum in check and progress your business.

Thanks careerdecisins actually just debating whether a coach is worth it, I should be able to do this on my own! I procrastinate sooo much. Some you tube video said when you do that it’s because the activity means a lot to you. Helps, but doesn’t help!
how on earth do you choose a coach? They all look amazing, they can’t all be good!