Comments on: How To FINALLY Start Your Online Business

By: Alana

Alana — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:52:32 +0000

Hi Yaro. This is a great blog and all so true. So many people take too long procrastinating and never actually ‘doing’. There is always something that holds them back. Often it is fear. Fear of not succeeding, or fear that they need to outlay money and would rather things happen for ‘free’. My experience is that the more you worry about what money you outlay the more you hold yourself back. The more you question your own ability to succeed, the more you hold yourself back. Everyone who wants to be successful has to have self-belief, confidence and be willing to take a chance. Otherwise, you will always be in the same situation you’re n now. Of course you need to do your research and be sure that you find a credible opportunity, but in order to succeed you *must act* otherwise nothing will ever happen. Even if you’re not sure it’s exactly right for you, you need to give things a go. I learned this many years ago and haven’t looked back.

By: Michael Erik

Michael Erik — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:19:15 +0000

Yaro, this was one of the original posts I read in 2006 that basically made me stop reading and start doing. Thanks for this – it showed that starting a business was doable!

By: Ms. Freeman

Ms. Freeman — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:55:20 +0000

The leap is so scary from the known to the unknown. But with the way the economy is I’d rather try and fail(hopefully succeed) at my own business than work for someone else and their dream and be laid off doing it.

I am new to this industry for that very reason, I hope to replace my job revenue with affiliate marketing generated revenue.

By: How To Choose a Career

How To Choose a Career — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 01:12:27 +0000

The various programs out there are another hindrance to actually starting a business. People will never act.

By: Make money | Abdul

Make money | Abdul — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 22:55:01 +0000

Taking time out of job would be the best thing some one would ever do. Spending those 2 extra hours could get the online business started and running!

By: Olivia

Olivia — Wed, 06 May 2009 21:35:48 +0000

Thanks Yaro – Everything you wrote hit home to me. I’m not going to let the fear of failure prevent me from “just doing it”. After all – it’s better to know than to always wonder ‘what if’

By: Dustin @ Beating the Grind

Dustin @ Beating the Grind — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 19:17:05 +0000

It is easy to become overwhelmed by the huge amount of information out there on starting a business. This creates a paralysis and you never get around to implementing the idea. Why? Because the next one always seems a little better.

By: Online Business Blog

Online Business Blog — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 07:31:00 +0000

Thanks Yaro, these are the guide of the first action.

By: John

John — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 13:06:35 +0000

Well written article and important points. Fear of failing is a big reason that people never get off the dime and start.

Sometimes though it’s easier for someone to start out with an affiliate program instead of starting a new business from scratch. By doing this at least they will have started to take control over their lives by running and having a business of their own.

A good affiliate program product to start with is,giving away Satellite TV system for FREE. It’s a product people save money with and there is a demand for more HDTV channels. Plus the commissions are great.

By: EK

EK — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 09:15:42 +0000

Agree with your great advices.
Someone out there did mentioned:
“Say Nothing, Do Nothing, and Be Nothing”

By: Brad (put your biz online) Curtis

Brad (put your biz online) Curtis — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 14:38:22 +0000

You cannot play the game unless you jump in and become a player. Like many things in life I have found learning by doing to be the strongest teacher, but some coaching from infomational sites like yours is quite helpful.

Thanks,
Brad

By: Andrew Peacock

Andrew Peacock — Tue, 10 Oct 2006 11:02:06 +0000

“Hereâ€™s the important part though – whatever idea you finally pick, you have to stick to it from start to finish. Complete every step in the course/book/tool you bought. Every step and then evaluate your position.”

Great post Yaro. I came to the same conclusion recently, and decided to work at one strategy for a month and see what happens. Then at least I’ve given each report/software/membershipsite/strategy a bash, which is more than I was doing.

I’m sharing the results as well at MonthlyStrategies.com

Regards,
Andy

By: Yaro

Yaro — Sat, 30 Sep 2006 01:49:54 +0000

Sohail – that’s not a question you can answer without knowing more about the background of your startup.

Why don’t you post your situation to my forums. The link is at the top of my site in the navigation bar.

By: sohail

sohail — Fri, 29 Sep 2006 22:08:08 +0000

guys
i need your advice.

i have an idea for an internet startup.
i am not sure if its better to outsource the programming from a software company or to hire my own coders.

any advice?

By: Google Success

Google Success — Tue, 19 Sep 2006 23:24:40 +0000

ThatÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s a great post Yaro. I agree, action is the first step – but to get results its not easy. It takes commitment, focus, time and patience.

By: Okay So I Lied - Maybe a Little Writing Won’t Hurt. -- What About Paul?

Okay So I Lied - Maybe a Little Writing Won’t Hurt. -- What About Paul? — Sun, 10 Sep 2006 19:13:28 +0000

[...] Maybe I do feel like writing – strange how that happens. As Outlook is crashing for the second times in two attempts at opening my email, I’ve decided to ponder the realities of my own business. I think the first step towards success for me is to stop thinking about my service – in this case web and software development – as a hobby, and start treating it more as a real business. You know, something I that can help me sustain life. My livelihood. Sure it seems hard, but let’s think about it. [...]

By: Peter

Peter — Sat, 09 Sep 2006 01:08:24 +0000

The annual Inc 500 list of the afstest growing companies is just out now. It’s a great resource to peruse for business ideas. Why? Because most of these companies started without outside capital. I have been studying their founders since the late 1980s.

By: Career Mom Radio-Ep 3- Starting a Business at Career Mom Radio

Career Mom Radio-Ep 3- Starting a Business at Career Mom Radio — Thu, 07 Sep 2006 05:28:25 +0000

[...] I give anyone who needs it, a final push to get started. Highlights of Yaro's post on How to FINALLY start a business. A few helpful websites http://www.60secondideas.com and http://www.startupnation.com. [...]

By: Sanford Ashley

Sanford Ashley — Thu, 07 Sep 2006 00:41:42 +0000

P.S I love the newsletter.

By: Sanford Ashley

Sanford Ashley — Thu, 07 Sep 2006 00:40:15 +0000

AWESOME!!I am a little bit older than you,and have discovered the power of blogs!!I expect to earn more book sales since I am an author and speaker.The log just went up less than a week ago,but I am looking forward to sharing my success with all of you.

All The Best,

Sanford Ashley

By: Paul

Paul — Tue, 05 Sep 2006 21:26:33 +0000

Great article! In fact, everyone should do something when they are young… you still have plently of energy and money still not too much of a concern. You dun have that many mouths to feed yet.

Business plans you can always modify along the way, and they always seems to require modification anyway. Things always not turn out as expected. Having a business plan just help to make sure you are on the right track.

The main thing is really to do something now!

By: Simon Small

Simon Small — Tue, 05 Sep 2006 14:22:13 +0000

Hi Yaro,

I started a non-online business 3 years ago at 19yrs of age and sold it to a larger company only 6 months ago, which was my ultimate goal.

I agree, its not easy, it takes commitment, focus, time and did I say commitment. I remember when I decided to start the business I realised I HAD NOTHING TO RISK – with the exception of the opportunity of starting a business!

Look forward to reading your blog.

By: David B

David B — Sun, 03 Sep 2006 12:46:40 +0000

So many people think that they can’t start a business by themselves because they don’t want to quit their jobs. A lot of people also think that they can’t start a business because they haven’t come up with the ‘special’ idea that will make a million. Think again! You have it the wrong way round! Start you business part-time on the business first, then your idea will evolve, then your income will evolve, then you can quit your job! Simple!

By: Money Making Forum

Money Making Forum — Sun, 03 Sep 2006 04:31:40 +0000

When you commence ensure you have a competitive advantage over your competitors. Whether it is Cost Leadership, Differentiation or a Niche focus, it will help improve your business.

By: Mathew Patterson

Mathew Patterson — Fri, 01 Sep 2006 12:27:04 +0000

Indeed. Now, to take more action and less knowledgeable head nodding! Entrepreneurs…away!

By: Kevin Hoctor

Kevin Hoctor — Thu, 31 Aug 2006 21:31:04 +0000

Solid suggestions Yaro! I love your 80/20 analysis. Many people (present company included) tend to talk themselves out of business before it starts. I’ve found recently that the key is belief that I can do it if I try. I have to focus on spending all my time on the effort of launching a business and none of my time worrying about what would happen if it doesn’t work.

Keep up the excellent work!

By: Anirban

Anirban — Thu, 31 Aug 2006 03:52:13 +0000

I agree with you, Yaro. Action is most important. Infact, a month ago i found myself in such a never ending loop, where i was reading , thinking, planning, but no action. and one fine day i realized, the blunder i was making.

And i also noticed you changed your picture. This one has a more Glam look. cool.

By: Jason Clegg

Jason Clegg — Wed, 30 Aug 2006 22:47:35 +0000

This is great advice. It’s so common today for people to want results from simply buying something like an information product.

I’m sure there are tons of great ebooks out there on how to create a successful online business, but there’s not one that’s going to do the work for you!

Yaro, this article is a must read for any new internet entrepreneur.

By: Igor M. (BizMord Blog)

Igor M. (BizMord Blog) — Wed, 30 Aug 2006 16:32:37 +0000

There are Commentators, Spectators and Players in business. Which one are you?

This actually sounds like a good topic for a post. I’ll blog this tomorrow.

By: dENA

dENA — Wed, 30 Aug 2006 15:30:26 +0000

Hi Yaro.
Just surfed in from the Warriors forum.
I totally agree with what you said in this post. I am fairly new to all this and have bought a $20 e-book and a $10 one. That’s it. I will not purchase one more thing until I put into practice all the stuff written in these books!
Plus, I am taking plenty of action.
I have started my own blog for beginners. Here is the link. I would love for you to have a look and give me your opinion.
all the best
Dena
http://beginners-make-money-on-internet.blogspot.com/