Ep228 Soft Launch or Self-Sabotage?

About this episode

This episode discusses the pitfalls of soft launching a business and encourages taking courageous action to overcome fear of failure.

Thinking about soft launching your VA biz or side hustle? Think again! Ironically your fear of failure (that’s holding you back from launching for real) has put you on a path that’s doomed to fail. It’s time to take control of your destiny, to take the bull by the horns, to put your fear of failure and judgement aside and to stop allowing assumptions to hold you back. It’s time to take courageous action. 'Cos stepping out of your comfort zone is where you'll truly thrive. In this episode you’ll learn: Why soft launches don’t work. The VA soft launch story that had us SHOOK! Why your fear of failure will become a self-fulfilling prophecy. Find out more about Launch in 30 Days here. Sub-Contractor, Freelancer or Agency Owner? Your perfect virtual assistant pathway is just minutes away! Take the quiz here. Sam + Jo xo

People in this episode

Hosts: Sam, Jo

Topics covered

• soft launch
• fear of failure
• virtual assistant
• entrepreneurship
• business strategy

Keywords

• soft launch
• VA business
• fear of failure
• self-sabotage
• entrepreneurship

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