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Live your best life, no matter where you're at in life, health, or house.

All my best advice on creating a truly freedom-based online business that works for YOU.

You did it!

Yes, you finally made a decision to start your online business.

In this internet era, a business that doesn’t take advantage of the power of the internet is like leaving money on the table.

 The following are some of the benefits of building an online business.

  • Your services are available worldwide.
  • The benefit of being able to work wherever you are. (Are you up for working from your favorite spot somewhere?).
  • Ability to grow faster.

Isn’t that amazing?

It is, of course!

However, there are some pitfalls associated with these benefits.

A lot of people are excited by the idea of online business, but they often fail because of some common mistakes they make.

It is for this reason that I am here to help you.

If you want to avoid making these mistakes, make sure you read the whole article.

 

5 Mistakes To Avoid While Starting An Online Business

1) Not Having A Plan 

Do not be intimidated by this term. 

It doesn’t mean you have to figure out everything before even starting your business. (No, not at all)

Of course, in the process, you will learn gradually.

However, starting without a rough plan is the same as doing nothing.

You need to have a basic plan to tell you what you need to do so that you don’t get lost in the middle of your business.

 

2) Not Being Confident Enough

Confidence plays a bigger role than you might even think when it comes to running a business.

Being a business owner, it is certain that you will go through stages of feeling nervous and not being good enough.

Or,

your competitors may make you feel less competent and you may think that you are not as good as your competitor. 

But remember, as long as you remain strategic while creating your best offer, you will succeed.

It is always wise to invest in a business coach when you face issues with your business. They have years of experience running a business and they use strategies that have worked for them. Regardless of the problem, they will be able to help you.

 

3) Not Building Your Personal Brand 

You must have heard this term and its importance.

Still haven’t heard it?

That’s fine! Continue reading.

By developing your personal, brand, you can differentiate yourself from your competition and develop trust with future clients

Even so, new business owners often overlook it. Maybe it looks complicated to them. Building your personal brand is as important as building your business. 

Personal branding allows a professional to show the world who he or she is as an individual. An individual’s personal brand can tell the world what makes them different and special, highlighting their abilities and skills.

 

4) Comparing Yourself With Others 

The worst thing you can do for your business and yourself is to compare yourself to others.

Trust me when you are just starting in a field where everyone claims to be an expert and a successful entrepreneur, self-doubts will arise for sure. ( Yes, that’s another side of becoming an entrepreneur) Be prepared to face those doubts.

Every one of us starts at zero. It’s just a matter of focusing on your growth and goals and being confident enough in yourself.

 

5) Trying To Do Everything On Your Own 

I’m sure you agree that a business owner is overburdened with many responsibilities and has limited time. 

The process will include a ton of new things you haven’t done before.

If you try to accomplish everything, you’ll end up burning yourself out and your efficiency will be zero.

As a result, your business may struggle a lot. This may even contribute to its collapse so getting proper guidance is essential to avoid wasting valuable time and energy. 

Remember that time is money. It would be beneficial to you if you could understand this point at the very beginning and start taking help from experts. 

You can consider hiring a business coach if you wish to get the most out of your business.

Having a business coach will allow you to save time, which you would otherwise waste figuring out everything by yourself.

 

I Have A Gift For You 

Download the Freedom Business Starter Kit here to start brainstorming how to make it happen.  Ready for action?  Check out my signature program Freedom Business Creators here.

 

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Hi, I'm Claudia Juliet

Belgian expat living in the south of Spain, loving the life in the sun that I started dreaming about as a teenager. 
Passionate about making your dream of a freedom-based online business a tangible reality!  
I can't wait to help you leap forward in life and business.

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