Let me ask you – are you exactly where you want to be in your career? If you’re receiving this newsletter, chances are that you still have unfulfilled career aspirations. So, what's holding you back? Are you unhappy with your career path? Do you lack direction or resources? Or, is fear holding you back?
Fear comes in many shapes and sizes; sometimes it’s more obvious than others. Look at what you are avoiding and how you can make changes. Personally, I found that I was doing everything I possibly could to avoid speaking in front of groups. Knowing that this phobia can have a major impact on my business, I've identified ways that I can accomplish my goal without breaking out in cold sweats! Since reading the following quote, I've started looking at my fears differently and found that I'm much happier with my decisions and the results that I get.
"I think we should follow a simple rule: If we can take the worst, take the risk." - Dr. Joyce Brothers
Most of the time, the worst isn’t nearly as bad as we think it will be. So get out there and do something – anything – that will take you closer to achieving your goals. If you happen to fall down, get back up and try something else!
Yes, I agree that fear is the biggest career obstacle that many people face; they avoid taking risks because they are terrified of the possible results. As you point out, the worst that can happen is usually nowhere near as terrible as our imaginations make it out to be!
Posted by: panasianbiz | September 13, 2006 at 11:59 AM