You just wanted to commit to that amazing, new project or idea…but didn’t.
Do you start doubting yourself when presented with a new project? Does your fear cloud the benefits of pursuing the opportunity? Do you simply always say no to a new project due to fear?
You may just not know how to tackle something new.
When taking on a new project, there is always a little bit of fear that exists. That’s normal. It happens to me all the time. A problem exists when fear takes over and paralyzes you. It’s a wall you have to break through.
1. Write down why you are considering taking on this new project or idea. What are the benefit;, both qualitative and quantitative? What do you want the end result to be?
2. Write down what discourages you about the project. Lack of your knowledge? Length? Time commitment?
3. Put the lists side by side.
4. For every point that is a negative, write down how you can overcome that specific fear and an example of when you might have done in the past, or what you can do to get over it.
5. Take a look at the benefits versus the fear and decide whether you want to take on the project. Yes or no. No maybes allowed.
6. Commit to the project! It won’t get done unless you commit to it 100 per cent. If you are feeling unproductive, find a spot free from distractions so you can focus.
7. Set out goals with timelines. Write down what needs to be down and a date when you want to complete it by. Make yourself accountable. Ask a friend to check in on you and see how you are doing.
8. Follow up with your progress. Periodically review your work with someone and see what you have accomplished to date and see what needs to still be done.
9. Have fun! Enjoy what you are doing since it will motivate you even more to complete the task at hand.
Remember, when faced with anything new, fear is always lingering around the corner. You just have to outrun it and get out of your comfort zone.
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