Over the last month there’s been many changes in my life, more-so from a business standpoint. I’ve come to realize that I need to follow my dream NOW and reap the rewards in the years to come or live the rest of my life thinking “What if?”. This means entering into a world that’s foreign to me. This is casting self-doubt onto the entire venture and there are times I fee paralyzed with fear. Fear of the unknown! FEAR of losing the freedom my internet years have spoiled me with!
I DON”T WANT A JOB!

Here’s part of an article I read a while back, which deals with some of the most common pitfalls of starting a  business. ( if I recall correctly, it was featured on Entrepreneur.com)

> Buying a job rather than a business. Yes, you’ll have to be involved in the daily operations at the start, but remember that the ultimate goal is to grow your business into much more than just a job where you work hands-on every day.  Work on the business, not just in the business.
> Taking on a business partner. Most people give away equity upfront to a partner. Yes, there are examples of partnerships that work, but most don’t. Unless you’re absolutely sure about your partnership, hire people to help you out instead.
> Starting a business from scratch rather than buying an existing operation. Starting from scratch may seem cheap, but it’ll cost you the most expensive asset you have–time. Buy an undervalued company, and build it up, rather than start from scratch.
> Thinking too small. Many startup entrepreneurs want to generate a wage for themselves and nothing more. Instead, aim to build a profit, aim to build something large, and aim to build something great. If you shoot for the stars, you may fail, but at least you’ll make it to the moon.
> Trying to cost-cut your way to success. By saving a wage and doing the work yourself, you forget that nobody’s out there drumming up new business for you. Focus on bringing in the business, not saving a few pennies.

Hiring cheap employees. You get what you pay for. Getting the right people is crucial, so don’t just hire anyone. Wait until you find the right someone.
> Not testing or measuring anything. Knowing your numbers is vital.  In fact, you can’t manage what you don’t measure. Measure everything from day one, from how many new prospects you have to how many sales you make.