1a: Self-belief. The enormity of the spread of required tasks & skills doesn't become apparent until after you've started. Must be easy to feel overwhelmed and decide to give up.

1b: Ability to learn. Particularly in the young and very dynamic online business world, things change so fast that anyone who isn't constantly listening and learning will be at a serious disadvantage within 2-3 years.

2a: "Never a prophet in one's own land". Until you invite them all to the party on your yacht, family & friends won't take 'your little hobby' seriously. That's likely dispiriting for extroverts.

2b: Social time. It's difficult for people who have evenings & weekends free--never mind take annual holidays--to believe your excuses for never turning up when you promised.

3. The stigma of getting help from a shrink :D

Mike.




Atlantic Bridge Publishing