Sometimes life gets in the way of your entrepreneurial journey. Stuff happens and you find yourself wondering if it is all worth it. The grind of keeping your dreams moving forward can weigh heavy. When this happens you might want to quit. Go back to a regular job. But don’t. Bad days are just part of the journey.
When you need entrepreneurial inspiration – take action to get back in the game.
1. Observe. Great entrepreneurs are always watching and learning. They see what other companies (inside and outside their industry) are doing and look for fresh ideas to get their business a kick in the pants.
2. Read a book. In a world of constant information overload, we benefit from going old school sometimes. Pick up a good book and read. Better yet, re-read a book that inspired you years ago and look for those nuggets that got you going in the first place.
3. Get away from your routine. Sometimes a vacation, even just for a few hours, is all you need to re-charge. Go do something that is not your normal activities, and that break could be just the reset you need.
4. Network across generational lines. Too many people only associate with people who are from their own age group. Millennials need to cultivate friendships with Baby Boomers and Gen Xers. Also the older group needs to make connections with younger professionals. Not just a LinkedIn relationship, but real friendships. When we are exposed to people who have had different experiences, we learn.
5. Ask smart people for advice. Reach out to those you admire and ask them for ideas . Smart people often love to share their ideas with others, but few people make the ask. It is easy to be inspired by people who have wisdom and experience, but if you do not seek them out, you are missing out.
6. Join a mastermind group or group coaching program. Surround yourself with supportive people who will hold you accountable. A group like “The Potential Project” (https://thomsinger.com/group-coaching-program)
7. Attend a conference. Get to your industry association and participate. Going to conferences brings you in direct contact with like minded people and fresh ideas. It many take a few years of participating before you will reap the whole value, but showing up at events is a great way to get inspired.