How do you manage the ups & downs of starting your own business? In this episode of Career Relaunch, Noz Nozawa, a former Tech Marketer turned Interior Designer shares her thoughts on the emotional impact of running your own business, how your perceptions of self worth can get intertwined with your work, and the importance of support networks. I also share some thoughts on where you can create some support structures in your own career.

Key Career Insights

1. Formal training can be valuable, but not always necessary—research and explore your options and listen to your instincts when preparing to make the leap. Your road to success may not resemble anyone else’s.
2. If you experience a loss of momentum and confidence, consider seeking knowledge from outside of your immediate professional network to connect with others who have had the same difficulties.
3. Surround yourself with people who support and inspire you—or both!—to avoid feeling isolated.

Tweetables to Share

Resources Mentioned

• Connect yourself to other entrepreneurs and join our community on the Career Relaunch Facebook Page.
• I mentioned this “five people” quote by Jim Rohn during today’s Mental Fuel segment.
• Here’s an article touching on the idea of how interpersonal relationships shape success, which I alluded to during today’s Mental Fuel: Why the Five People Around You Are Crucial to Your Success.

Free Tool: Network Builder

During this episode’s Mental Fuel segment, I talked about the importance of building a support network. For some help in doing this, you can download my “NETWORK BUILDER” Worksheet.