Taking an idea and starting a business can be difficult and daunting for some people, especially because sometimes they don’t know where to start and what end to grab.  Did you know that 75% of the new businesses fail? That’s a pretty scary number, but there are specific ways to avoid the pitfalls within the Formula for Failure, and they all come down to having a clear process in place, and well-defined strategies and goals. Today, we are going to share with you the keys to becoming a successful entrepreneur and building the thriving business that you’ve dreamed of. The course that contains all of these actions you’re going to hear about in this episode, has proven to be helpful over and over again for people that decided to onboard on the journey to leadership, and we are positive that it will help you steer the wheel in the right direction, too.  So, listen to Episode 232 of Becoming Your Best, to learn what a business needs from its founder, to thrive, grow, and pivot toward the desired goals.  In this episode, you will learn:  The first key to being a successful entrepreneur – taking care of yourself. (07:37) The things you should focus on during the idea phase of your business. (08:46) The steps to follow in the next chapter of your business: the Go – No-go phase. (11:13) How to develop your USP – Unique Selling Proposition. (14:52) How to develop a strategic plan with clear goals and specific strategies to grow your company. (16:53) The importance of having an exit strategy right from the beginning. (19:05) Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: support@becomingyourbest.com   Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.