I like to do research, get lots of information, and know all my options before I make a decision. I tend to have what’s called a “cognitive” style of working.
The problem though, is that I sometimes get trapped in the Paralysis of Analysis.
That’s when you get caught in a loop between researching all the possibilities and analyzing the pros and cons of each, without ever being able to reach an actual decision. This is also known as “over-thinking” or “being stuck in your head.”
There are many reasons why this can happen. But the MOST likely is this:
You’re afraid of making a wrong decision or a mistake!
But one of the main traits of a successful entrepreneur is the ability to make bold decisions quickly. The trick is to learn to make a choice, even though it may be imperfect.
So, set a deadline for the decision. Get the info you can. Then trust your intuition and make a choice. And remember, all choices lead to opportunities, learning, and growth – so there’s not really a “wrong” answer anyway! So when you face a setback or misstep, don’t beat yourself up. You will learn from those missteps and, fortunately, you can course correct.
Remember: the only sure fire way to fail is to take no action at all!
Lesli Bitel, MBA, RDN, LDN, is a sought-after Business Strategist and Mentor specializing in guiding integrative and functional medicine professionals through the complexities of practice building.
Her mission is to unravel the confusion associated with the business side of running a successful private practice. Lesli focuses on real-world marketing and client attraction strategies to seamlessly integrate multiple income streams into the private practice business model, including
- 1:1 coaching to online courses
- Group programs
- Online courses
- Passive income products
- Memberships
- And more
In her work, Lesli draws on her experience running her own 6-figure functional nutrition practice, specializing in helping patients with neurological disorders. She also has a 13-year tenure in the pharmaceutical and diagnostic testing industries, where she excelled in marketing and sales, eventually reaching high-level executive roles.
For over a decade, she has empowered practitioners to overcome business challenges, attract ideal clients, and diversify income streams for thriving practices. Lesli offers private coaching, classes, webinars, and more, dividing her time between Salida, CO, and Lake Geneva, WI.
