Starting a new business, this can actually be a huge burden, the comparison game. Instead of being focused on your goals and your efforts you are comparing yourself to the competition or others. Well, you are NOT others. You are you. Yes there are successful plans you can emulate, but not at the risk of you not being you and putting that ingredient into your success. When I started my coaching academy, I researched a ton of academies, online offerings, coaches, and speakers. I still follow a few I respect. But once I was done with that initial comparison and research, I set out to be and create what I was passion about and fit me.

Comparing yourself to others is a reliable way to reduce your confidence, motivation, and self-esteem. It must be natural to make these types of comparisons, because nearly everyone does it. However, that doesn’t mean it’s a good move.

If you want to become the best possible you, avoid comparing yourself to others.

The Dangers

There are several...