Along the way, I found that creating a supportive network of other entrepreneurs and setting up a structure to be productive is the best antidote to losing steam and failing. It’s nice to talk with family and friends about your dream and what you’re working on, but chances are that they won’t understand and won’t be as interested as other entrepreneurs. Creating a mastermind group of other like-minded people can really propel you forward and keep you energized.

I’ve found that fear often stops aspiring entrepreneurs from starting their business, and on my blog (http://www.StartMyConsultingBusiness.com), I talk about how to overcome those fears. I also talk about practical, concrete things you can do to start and run a successful business, along with tools, tips, tricks, and techniques for automating your business and keeping costs to a minimum.

Most importantly, just start someplace and do something on your business each day. The more you do, the that you’ll find that things will start happening (i.e., the harder you work the luckier you become).