Hey guys, been a member for years now I’ve read all of MJ’s books. And I have to admit that I’ve built over 8 websites, have gotten a lot of validation from potential customers and even signs ups, but I’ve never launched any business because I have a crippling fear of asking people for money.
The services I built usually charge people on a weekly basis. I’ve beeen acting tough for years but the reality is;
The literal thought of asking someone to sign up for my service and enter their credit card gives me anxiety and dread. I come from a inner city neighborhood and a family where money was tight, and seeing my mom frustrated with little things like the cable bill, or phone bill left a deep scar in my mind.
So whenever I think about my services which I truly do believe have great value, subconsciously I always envision each of my customers as people who are struggling financially (not the case), and it hurts me to think I’m charging people.
I’ve been trying to launch a business since I was 23, and I just turned 28 this year. My confidence and joy and youth is fading.
If I’m coming across as a whimp, I totally agree. But please, I could just really use some advice to get over this hurdle. By the grace of god I’m actually launching my first idea this week, and the thought of doing so is filling my heart and mind with pure fear.
The services I built usually charge people on a weekly basis. I’ve beeen acting tough for years but the reality is;
The literal thought of asking someone to sign up for my service and enter their credit card gives me anxiety and dread. I come from a inner city neighborhood and a family where money was tight, and seeing my mom frustrated with little things like the cable bill, or phone bill left a deep scar in my mind.
So whenever I think about my services which I truly do believe have great value, subconsciously I always envision each of my customers as people who are struggling financially (not the case), and it hurts me to think I’m charging people.
I’ve been trying to launch a business since I was 23, and I just turned 28 this year. My confidence and joy and youth is fading.
If I’m coming across as a whimp, I totally agree. But please, I could just really use some advice to get over this hurdle. By the grace of god I’m actually launching my first idea this week, and the thought of doing so is filling my heart and mind with pure fear.
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