“Has my topic been done already and done so well that my take on it isn’t really necessary?”
Marissa has a specific idea for her business. It’s a good idea.
But other people have already started businesses doing something similar.
- Should she move on to another area of interest?
- Are there ways she can make her idea more unique?
- Should she move forward regardless?
- How can she tell if it’s something worth pursuing or not?
Chances are you feel the same way about your business idea. You’re not alone, and we’ve got experience and insight for you in the podcast today.
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Show Notes
Podcast episodes mentioned:
- Blogging is Dead Again (FS146)
- “When I started my first business I lost my wife, and it was worth it.” (FS145)
- 5 Reasons Why I Quit my Business to Pursue my Dream Job (FS144)
- How to Create Your own Definition of Success (FS140)
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Haven’t listened to the episode yet, but that “It’s all been done before” Barenaked Ladies song is running through my head now. ;)
This was such a great episode. I think that it ALL has been done before but like you guys said “it hasn’t been done her way.” Loved it.
but where is the text? :(
Great.
Great stuff as always. Thank you for a very informative episode once again
Loved this episode!
I think in so many ways, this boils down to some of your very first episodes. If you know your voice and your audience, whether something has been done before or not isn’t a huge factor.
Once you’ve nailed down who/what your brand/product is and how it applies to your niche, you can sell yourself on the idea. Until that happens, it’s hard to sell it to anyone else.
I go through this battle in my head all the time. Thankfully, I have the Fizzle show to set me straight and encourage me to do it anyways. Nobody has done it in MY voice before. I must remember this, on a daily basis. Thanks guys! I can always count on you to keep me going :)