BLOG 6 - Self Doubt & Starting Your Own Business

Hey lovelies,

I’ve been chatting with so many amazing mums lately who are dreaming of starting their own businesses but feel totally lost about where to begin. Let me just say, I get it! Starting a business is like jumping off a cliff and building the plane on the way down. It’s equal parts exciting and terrifying. The biggest challenge isn’t the business plan or finances—it’s the voice inside that whispers you’re not good enough, or that you have no idea what you're doing. Well guess what? No-one does. Everything is a leap of faith, you can take a measured risk but at the end of the day we are all winging it. 

Let’s talk about self-doubt for a sec. It's that internal voice of uncertainty that can paralyse decision-making. It creeps in when we step into new, unfamiliar territory. Self-doubt is sneaky, often fuelled by fear of failure, imposter syndrome, or good old perfectionism. I suffer from the latter. I'm continuiously second guessing every facet of the business because its not 'perfect' enough. I mean, a little doubt can be helpful for self-reflection, but excessive doubt can hold you back from pursuing your dreams. 

So what am I doing about it? I’m slowly learning (and I mean slooowly) to stop seeing challenges as threats. Now I try to look at them as opportunities to learn and grow. I'm starting to understand perfectionism is a trap. Starting a business doesn’t mean everything will be perfect, and that’s okay. The most important thing is you just start. Instead of getting overwhelmed by the enormity of “starting a business,” break it down into baby steps. Every time I completed a step, it built confidence and momentum for me. For example, one day I would research my market and improve my website. The next day I would work on my social media presence and what I wanted it to look like. Daily steps will make it less daunting! 

I'm no expert, but I do know I am a happier, more creative version of myself then I was before I started Viktoria Green. If me sharing the things that held me back so that it helps someone else start their own ventures then so be it. I wish someone gave me the kick I needed to start sooner. 

May I say, there must be something in the water because the Mila Weave Bangle is universally loved by you all! I'm so happy I must be doing something right after all..

With love,

Dani xx

CURRENTLY WATCHING - Lioness on Paramount (its action packed and has a lot of stars in it)

CURRENTLY READING - The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz

CURRENT MUSE - Elle Ferguson and Yhasmina Ferrara

CURRENTLY LISTENING TO - Mel Robbins ''Let Them Theory''