It’s really easy to beat ourselves up for the things we wish we did differently in the past or the success we wish we had today. We can waste a lot of time with that mind junk and negative self talk can’t we!

But… when we ever so slightly shift our attention and allow ourselves to accept the reality of where we are right now we become empowered to take action.

A common limiting belief many entrepreneurs experience stems from the idea that we should be able to do it all and figure it out ourselves.  (You know… “solo”preneur)

The inevitable mistake that follows  is forgetting to tell the people we already know

1) what we are doing, and

2) how they can support us

or in other words… to ask for help.

“You’ve got to ask. Asking is in my opinion, the world’s most powerful and neglected secret to success and happiness.” ~ Self-made Multimillionaire and Philanthropist, Percy Ross

So, here’s what I want you to do…

Go through your address books, holiday card lists and membership rosters to see how many people you know that aren’t yet aware of your business. Start reaching out to them in what ever ways feels comfortable to you… this could be with cards, letters, e-mails, or phone calls and let them know about what you do and areas that you are looking for support.

And here’s a tip… instead of just ASKING for help, whether it’s referrals, advice, introductions etc… remember to approach it from mutual benefit perspective. Find out how you can help others and watch how what goes around comes around.

“Start Where You Are” is one of five essentials of being a successful woman in business online that we discussed today on our first Gold VIP Strategy call for IAWBO, the International Association of Women in Business Online.

The call was fantastic and we are just getting started! At the very least I do recommend getting your FREE Starter Membership right now http://iawbo.com