One of the first excuses we turn to is that it’s too much of a bother.  It will be a lot of work, a lot of money, a lot of time, and maybe even a lot of missed opportunity during the changeover.  We know where our business is at right now – its capabilities and possibilities.  We don’t know whether or not this new change will produce the positive results that we want – it’s the unknown; it’s a risk. 

In reality, what we often mean is that we’re afraid of failing, so it’s easier not to even try.  Or, we’re so overwhelmed that we don’t even know where to start.  Fear of failure and overwhelm are probably the two biggest culprits to business paralysis.  What is needed to overcome both problems is courage.  It always takes courage to take action.

So, how can you break your business paralysis?  The answer is both very simple and very hard.  Take the first step.  That first step is the biggest step – even if it’s a baby step.  You will be amazed by the weight that lifts off your shoulders.  There’s a lot of stress and pressure that we put on ourselves when we are in a consistent state of procrastination that is released when we take the first step.

So, here’s your homework…take the first step of that project you’ve been putting off that will improve your business.  It’s not a bother and you just may fail.  But, one thing is certain, if you don’t take that first step, you’ve failed before you’ve even started.