One of the most appealing reasons to become a business owner is the freedom it has to offer, but the advancement of your business relies on you in many ways which can become very lonely. The business world can be cut-throat and there are many ups and downs along the way, so having a support system for entrepreneurs to turn to is essential. Pursuing your dreams requires a tremendous amount of determination, discipline, risk, and motivation. Having the right people around you can significantly help you stay motivated and keep you on track to achieve your goals. Here are a few reasons why having a supportive tribe is so important to your success, both personally and professionally.
Increases Motivation
Getting into the entrepreneur world and being successful at it is not an easy thing to do, but believe in yourself and the right people will believe in you too. With the correct people by your side, they will encourage and support you in everything you do. Picking the people to include in your tribe is essential to staying motivated and will help boost your confidence in your work as well. During the tough times of running a business, your motivation can take a nosedive, but that is where your support system comes into play because they can help you find solutions to problems, give you ideas and even remind you why you started.
They Have Your Back
Entrepreneurs and new business owners need the support of their friends and family for the days when they have self-doubt. They say that you are the average of the five people you spend the most time with, so it’s important to make sure they are the most positive and supportive people you can find. The people that never make you feel guilty for the sacrifices you have to make in putting your business first, they encourage you and will keep believing in you no matter what - those are the people you want in your tribe. Surround yourself with people who support, motivate, inspire, and push you towards your dreams.
Sense of Belonging
Any member of your tribe, which could include your friends, family, colleagues, and mentors, can help give you the encouragement you need whenever the going gets hard. The path to entrepreneurship has its ups and downs but it does not have to be lonely. It’s human nature to want to connect with others, especially others in the same industry because they can give you specific insight. Luckily with technology today, social networks, and online organizations, it is much easier to network with like-minded people that you’ll benefit from and will give you a sense of belonging. Having a friend to call after a long day is just as beneficial to your well-being as calling a colleague for work-related advice.
Mentor to Success
Looking for other people's perspective and input is always a good idea. Having a mentor is critical for your growth and success, especially in the early stages of entrepreneurship, say 92% of small business owners. Reaching out to other entrepreneurs in your field and building that connection can take your business to the next level. Typically, mentors are experts in a field that you are looking to gain more knowledge in, however, as long as they understand your work and how to help you that's really all you’re looking for. Fellow entrepreneurs are going to be your best resource to go to when you are going through any business-related struggles, as your friends and family may not fully understand. Mentors can help you with essentially anything you can think of from starting up, funding, marketing, and any issues that may arise. No matter what stage of your business you are in, mentors can still help your businesses growth, if you are willing to learn. No entrepreneur has gotten to success without feedback and support.
As a business owner, you will come across and overcome many obstacles, but not without a solid support system. The entrepreneur world can be very intimidating, especially to new entrepreneurs that have to wear many hats. Don’t forget to ground yourself with some amazing people by your side that will support, motivate, and continuously push you towards accomplishing your dreams. Connections can form in surprising ways! Your friends and family aren’t the only ones that can be a part of your tribe, remember to reach out to old colleagues, professors, and fellow entrepreneurs to aid you on your path to success.
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