The Call to Courage
Have you ever thought about brave and unstoppable entrepreneurs? About those who started with little but achieved much because they were never scared, or perhaps felt some anxiety for a short time?
Have you ever thought about brave and unstoppable entrepreneurs? About those who started with little but achieved much because they were never scared, or perhaps felt some anxiety for a short time?
I have, and I often think about the biographies of people who inspire me and give me a strong stimulus to achieve more and to be brave. What does courage mean in the context of entrepreneurship? Courage means the virtue of being brave when you face obstacles, dangerous situations, or even when you are seriously ill.
If you ask me what that virtue means for the entrepreneurial journey, I would say that it is how we face fears, take calculated risks, and persist despite failures. Of course, perseverance helps a lot.
As an experienced entrepreneur or a complete novice, who among us has never faced challenges? I think none of us.
All of us have some experience with more difficult events or even borderline experiences in our lives where we lost our footing. Leaving a comfort zone is essential for making tough decisions, venturing into the unknown, and overcoming the fear of failure. Also, courage plays a primary role in innovation and breaking new ground.
Vincent van Gogh said that emotions are at the heart of people's lives. I strongly agree with his words.
Common fears such as fear of failure, imposter syndrome, fear of the unknown, and financial fear are very common. How do you cope with them?
When I feel emotions that block me, I breathe deeply and gather strength to take strong actions against my fears. I remember Ryan Holiday's words — discipline now, freedom later. It helps, as does doing sports, to reduce mental tension and manage difficult emotions. It can be difficult, but what about embracing failure as a learning opportunity?
What would be my tips for building a courageous mindset? Firstly, I always have small and achievable goals in mind, or even better written down on paper; it is my braga document, which allows me to track my achievements and progress.
Secondly, mentorship can help to increase our skills and knowledge sharing. It is a good idea to exchange knowledge and expertise with more mature entrepreneurs or some experts with specialties in a crucial field for us. Even coaching with therapeutic elements can be a game-changer for us and give us an unfair advantage over our competitors. It can be a great starting point for challenging ourselves and learning from our failures. Please don’t give up easily.
Lastly, self-reflection allows us to cultivate a growth mindset. As a homegrown philosopher, I had the chance to read wise people; it taught me introspection and the skills of analysis of complex ideas.
In conclusion, courage is not a one-time act but a continuous journey of growth, learning, and resilience. I want to inspire you to embrace your entrepreneurial journey with courage, regardless of where you are starting from. Please don’t forget about dreaming like da Vinci; maybe one day your dreams will come true.