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. Together we created a plan to ease her fear that included building up a cushion of six months living expenses, and setting up an additional income stream from part-time editing work. With the new plan in place, she was able to move forward and start building momentum towards her big goal.
Some people make the mistake of denying their fear.
They make excuses, finding ways to rationalize their unwillingness to go out on their own. Check out the solutions for getting past the limiting beliefs and the fear. There are many ways to EASE into a new venture. First, break the big picture down into manageable steps. Consider keeping your current job at first, scaling back to part-time as you moonlight.