Business is inherently risky, after all. But don't let fear lead to limiting beliefs that hold you from your best shot at achieving your dream. Use fear wisely by acknowledging it, thinking it through objectively, and getting to its real source. A client of mine, for example, had postponed going solo as a marketing consultant because she feared being a failure. Creating a plan to build up a cushion of six months living expenses eased this fear.
Some people make the mistake of denying their fear.
They make excuses, finding ways to rationalize their unwillingness to go out on their own. All or Nothing' Approach. There are many ways to EASE in to a new venture. Break the big picture in to manageable steps. Consider keeping your current job at first, scaling back to part time as you moonlight.