Are You Still Motivated?

If you answered "no," don't feel bad; enthusiasm often wanes as new businesses fight to get established.

But there are ways to rekindle your entrepreneurial fire. Trythese tips:

  • Create a motivating office environment. Surroundyourself with positive reminders of how far you've come.
  • Give speeches. Sharing your story with others canrefresh your spirits, and you may even learn a thing or two.
  • Surround yourself with positive people. Avoid thosetoxic people who drain you and poison your attitude.
  • Don't forget to reward yourself. Create deadlines,offer yourself an incentive to help sweeten the pot and make sureyou take the time to celebrate your victory.

Excerpted from Get Smart: 365 Tips To Boost Your EntrepreneurialIQ

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