Last week we issued a special challenge to all of our readers to share with us what their biggest hint in how to build a successful home business was.
From all of the comments, it was hard to pick just one. Albeit, we decided on one that really stood out.
It was the comment by Susanna Hess.
Susanna shares with us her “Big Hint”….Enjoy!
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Jerome’s post “A Big Hint in How to Build a Successful Home Business” got me thinking.
What were the big deals that helped me get to my current level of success?
For me it was embracing the things I knew I had to do, no matter how I felt. It’s been consistently doing, in spite of my fears.
Human nature is that we want reassurance and encouragement when we’ve put ourselves out there. We want someone to notice when we talk. We want to know that we’ve done a good job when we’re finished…
When you start a blog there is generally a lot of emotion involved. You wonder if you’ll have enough to write about. If people will even visit it, and if they do, will they like it enough to come back?
When you post and all you hear are crickets, you may wonder why it’s not working. Where all the people are (that supposedly will be flocking to your blog and getting on your list).
So the answer to Jerome’s question for me was:
“Doing exactly what I was scared to death to do.
To keep doing it, when no one noticed. To make it better even before anyone knew it existed.
It was typing posts when my hands were literally shaking so bad I was missing keys.
It was posting my first article on Better Networker with my heart racing and forcing myself to click the button to post it.
It’s been the consistent action, no matter what I’m feeling, that has brought me the most success so far.”
It has been consistently devouring books and trainings to improve myself, which then improves my business.
It’s been the realization that people can get their training from anywhere they choose, and if I don’t allow them to see ME, they will have no reason to trust me, know me, like me, or come back to me.
Set aside your fears, plow through them, stand on top of them… or whatever you have to do to move beyond them.
Then take the consistent actions required to daily move your business forward. NO MATTER WHAT.
Even if no one notices. Do it anyway.
If no one notices, if no one says yes, if no one joins you… and you KEEP developing yourself, and taking action. You’re getting some really great practice!
If no one notices, learn what it takes to get noticed. In the meantime, keep practicing!
Even before anyone knows you exist online, before anyone joins you or knows how valuable you already are, daily get better, and constantly do the actions required.
Learn it, do it… Learn it, do it…. Learn it, do it…
Soon, people will notice. People will care. People will join you.
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So, what do you think of Susanna’s approach?
Susanna, thank you for sharing this valuable bit of information with all of us.
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Hi Jerome,
I think she hit the nail on the head. If a person stays in their “comfort zone”, that is exactly where they will stay!
Have an awesome day,
Twila
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She sure did Twila.
I’m glad she was able to put this together for us.
Have an awesome day too,
Jerome Ratliff
Thanks Susanna and Jerome, super inspiring post
I shared the same exact fear. Even when my confidence grew I was still afraid of networking. Writing for a few people was fine but putting my work out their for seasoned network marketing veterans to consume was terrifying. That’s why I waited so long to decide to network, but am glad that I conquered the fear not too long ago.
You must acknowledge the fear and move forward. Fear is just a bunch of silly little waves in the mind anyway. Don’t be afraid of the waves
Ryan
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Hey Ryan,
I thought it was pretty inspiring as well.
Catch you later,
Jerome Ratliff
You know I was fearful of writing something for a long time. I was too afraid of what people may think of me. Then I realize that I wasn’t going to get anywhere for not writing anything so I started to gradually write. After some time people start coming to my blog and commenting. I even have people ask me to give them advice from out of no where. That’s the greatest feeling!!! Great post!!!
Sherman
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Hey Sherman,
A lot of people seemed to have faced this and the best way to get over it, is just as you said, “start”.
Have a great day,
Jerome Ratliff
It is amazing how we let fear run our lives.
Cheers to Susanna for facing her fears.
And of course thanks to Jerome for sharing her story.
Peter Fuller MBA´s last [type] ..Why I started my own Home Business
It sure is amazing how many people experience this. Just when you think you’re the only one, you find someone else just like you.
It’s comforting to see others strive through.
Glad you liked her story,
Jerome Ratliff
Jerome,
Thanks for sharing that comment from Susanna, It was very inspiring and this stood out.. “Even if no one notices. Do it anyway.” I think people will notice if you keep on being consistent, and never give up..
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Very true Chris.
Being consistent and never give up is essential.
Glad you liked her post.
Chat with you later,
Jerome Ratliff
Kudos Susanna! Jerome this was a nice little collaboration here. I really like this part
“If no one notices, if no one says yes, if no one joins you… and you KEEP developing yourself, and taking action. You’re getting some really great practice!”
Excellent advice Susanna and great idea Jerome.
Steve Shoemaker
Steve Shoemaker´s last [type] ..Now GROW Your Internet MLM Business
Thanks Steve.
Susanna did a wonderful job here and I’m glad to have shared it with all of you.
Jerome Ratliff
P.S. I liked that part too Steve.
Wow – I think I have some work to do.
Susanna seems like she knows what she is talking about. You made a wise choice.
~Tim
Hey Tim,
She sure does…
Jerome Ratliff
I haven’t followed Susanna before. So I’m glad you shared this with us.
She is one smart cookie!
How nice of you Jerome.
Jen
Hi Jen,
She is a pretty smart cookie. I highly recommend you follow her.
Jerome Ratliff
Hey Jerome,
Thanks for sharing this. This is very inspirational!
Champions are made when no one is looking!!!
Chat with you later…
Josh
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Hey Josh,
Very true, “Champions are made when no one is looking”.
Have a great day,
Jerome Ratliff
I love Susanna’s comment so am pleased you chose it Jerome. Face your fears and be consistent is what it’s all about and Susanna summed it up brilliantly.
~Marcus
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Thanks Marcus.
Susanna’s original comment stood out and I knew it would resonate with a lot of people.
Jerome Ratliff
Hi Jerome,
I know what happened on my blog When I was scared to death, absolutely nothing, not even a cricket.
I started making timid little comments on the JasonBetter blog and as my confidence grew I ventured to the blogs of “The Better Bunchers”.
Then a new fear, how do I reply to the comments from the incredible Networkers visiting my blog?
The answer, one at a time. I’m still working through that one, but I’ll get there.
Great tip Susanna. And Awesome post Jerome<
Mike
"It's better to strive mightily and fall short than not try at all." Not sure who said it.
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One at a time or little by little. That’s the way to do it Mike.
Plus it helps to be surrounded by “The Better Bunchers”.
Jerome Ratliff
Jerome, thanks for sharing this post. Clearly Susanna is the epitome of courage and discipline. “..stand on top of your fear…” Personally, I can’t agree with her more.
-James
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Thanks James and I’m sure Susanna thanks you as well.
Jerome Ratliff
Hey Jerome,
This is a great feature. Susanna has done an excellent job. I was inspired by the words of breaking through one’s fear and just keep going even if no one else notices.
When you keep going, you keep The Slight Edge at work and as we know, it compounds over time.
Live Large,
Wayne
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Hey Wayne,
I completely agree with that, wholeheartedly.
Have a good day,
Jerome Ratliff
This is awesome post Jerome, very well said.
It is inspiring to read others break through.
Talk soon,
Jiri
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Thanks much Jiri.
I agree, it’s inspiring to hear how others break through.
Jerome Ratliff
Pushing pass what ever you have to push pass to get the job done is a powerful message.
Susanna captured the real meaning of this. She is a great business woman.
Mighty fine post Jerome
Dwayne
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Absolutely Dwayne. I too like how she was able to do that.
Jerome Ratliff
Hey Jerome,
Thanks for sharing Susanna’s article! And Susanna, thanks for sharing your most personal feelings with us.
I know how it feels. I am always second-guessing if what I do is good enough. There is so much great talent out there, how can I possible measure up? But then I know that I only get better by watching and copying those who are great already.
And that’s what I keep doing.
Thanks for sharing this, guys!
Ilka
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You’re most welcome Ilka.
I’m so glad you keep doing, because you’re setting some great examples as others are noticing.
Have a great one,
Jerome Ratliff
Thanks for posting this, Jerome!
Susanna is one of the most determined and genuine people I have met online and I’m proud to know her.
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I’m proud to know her as well Derek.
Thanks!
Jerome Ratliff
Hey Jerome,
Awesome stuff. I wish more people would take this approach and get out of their comfort zones. They would see a lot better things happen to them by living in the uncomfortable zone.
Eric
For sure…It’s right there for the taking if they only can notice it right before their eyes.
Have a great one Eric,
Jerome Ratliff
Hey Jerome,
Great choose…Susanna is determined, professional, personal, and strong! I admire her attitude towards fear…”plow through them, stand on top of them…”
Great booster shot of inspiration and motivation!
Thanks!
Tragena Owen´s last [type] ..How To Build Your Sales Funnel
Thanks Tragena.
I love how Susanna was able to capture this.
Have a good day,
Jerome Ratliff
Hi Jerome,
Susannas comment is amazing because she did what most people don’t do: Doing what needs to be done regardless if they feel good about or not, on a daily consistent basis. Additionally I like your attitude of plodding forward, moving on even if nobody notices you (yet). Keep up your great work.
Take care
Oliver
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Hi Oliver,
I know. I totally respect Susanna for doing that. With her as the leader, her team is quite blessed.
Take care too,
Jerome Ratliff
Probably has something to do with the fact that, unlike most other species, we know we will die some day, and this stuff just reminds some people of that fact..
I can definitely see that.
The fear of the inevitable. That’s trying for a lot of people. I know at times it is for me.
Have a great weekend,
Jerome Ratliff
Hey Jerome!
Thanks for allowing me to write this for you! Thank you for sharing my story.
Thanks everyone for your comments! Keep on keeping on.
Susanna
Susanna Hess´s last [type] ..Network Marketing Forums-What’s The Point?
You bet Susanna.
Your post was a big success.
Thanks much for sharing with us,
Jerome Ratliff