Another thing, if you're married or living with someone, don't expect a whole lot of support or kisses and hugs, during those inevitable tough times.

Unfortunately, most people are conditioned to "9 to 5, retire at 65," way of thinking. Many of them dream about starting their own business, but just can't seem to find courage to do so.

Instead, they'll observe you with a critical eye, secretly hoping you fail, so that they can justify their own fears and insecurities about being entrepreneurs.

So, if you're expecting support and encouragement from your family and friends, you're probably going to be disappointed. I don't mean to be a wet blanket but, that's just way it is. Most likely, you'll probably hear a bunch of negativity and comments about getting a real job.

That's point when you're going to have to look deep inside yourself and stay strong and focused. Because chances are, you're going to be going through this alone. That's why programming your mind for success is so important. It'll help you stay focused and positive. And if by chance you do happen to have family and friends who do support you, so much better!

Dean Phillips is an Internet marketing expert, writer, publisher and entrepreneur. Questions? Comments? Dean can be reached at mailto: dean@lets-make-money.net

Little by little I found myself starting and making progress on project without giving myself a hard time.

This is easy to do. And it gives you a sense of achievement and gradual progress towards successful outcome you have in mind.

You Can Use This Simple Motivation Approach Today...

1. Pick a task you want completed but do not feel like starting.

2. Ask yourself - what is one thing I CAN do now?

i.e. you feel capable of doing it and it is effortless for you to do so right now.

3. Do it!

4. Repeat step 2. Ask yourself again - what is one thing I CAN do now?

This works as long as you use these steps without putting yourself under pressure. Remember that even a tiny step forward is still a step forward. And each one builds your confidence.

Do not force yourself to raise stakes in a big way every time you go back to question - what is one thing I CAN do now?

Simply do that one thing you know you can do and repeat process. You will become more motivated as momentum builds.