“I Don’t Have Enough Money Saved Up”
Building a business feels impossible without a financial cushion for both the business and your personal expenses.
My thought – Plenty of businesses start small with minimal costs—creativity can stretch a tight budget.
“I’m Waiting for the Economy to Improve”
Starting a business in uncertain times feels risky. Why not wait until things stabilise?
My thought – Yet many great businesses are born in tough times. A challenging market can mean opportunity.
“I’m Too Busy with My Day Job”
Juggling a full-time job and a side hustle sounds exhausting, so the idea of launching full-on feels overwhelming.
My thought – Building a business slowly on the side can make the leap feel less scary.
“I Don’t Have a Solid Plan Yet”
The pressure to create the perfect business plan can make starting feel like a far-off dream.
My thought – While planning helps, action is what makes progress. Start messy and refine as you go.
“I Don’t Know How to Market Myself”
Figuring out social media, networking, or ads can feel like a foreign language.
My thought – you don’t need to master everything at once. Start with what you know and learn as you grow.
“I Don’t Have the Right Skills or Experience”
The thought of not being an “expert” in your field can make starting feel out of reach.
My thought – Most successful entrepreneurs start without knowing it all—learning happens along the way.
“I Need to Wait Until the Kids Are Older”
Balancing family responsibilities with a business can feel like too much to handle.
My thought – But a flexible business might allow you to spend more time with family, not less.
“I Don’t Have a Support Network”
Going it alone can feel isolating without a mentor, business partner, or team.
My thought – There are loads of local business groups in Dorset which are extremely friendly and can be free to attend.
“I’m Waiting for the Perfect Time”
There’s always a reason why not: a busy period at work, a big life event, or waiting for things to “calm down.”
My thought – there’s no perfect time. Start small, and let your business grow with you.
“I’m Not Sure I Have What It Takes”
Doubting your own abilities or resilience is a common inner barrier.
My thought – No one is born knowing how to run a business—confidence grows through doing.
If you’re thinking about starting a business or would just like to have a chat, please feel free to message me or contact Evolve on [email protected]
