Are Your Beliefs Blocking Your Business Success?
Emma Hughes
Senior brand & content manager for leading innovation software brand and weekend entrepreneur
I’ve been a follower /?student / super-fan of Abraham Hicks, a well-known expert on the law of attraction and personal development. Abraham Hicks has spent years studying and teaching about the importance of aligning our beliefs with our goals in order to achieve success in all areas of life, including business.
Have you ever considered that by contradicting your own beliefs you could be getting in the way of your business growth?
Beliefs and Business Growth
Beliefs are powerful drivers of our thoughts, actions and behaviours. Our beliefs shape our perceptions of the world around us and influence the decisions we make. When it comes to business growth, our beliefs play a critical role in determining our level of success.
If we believe that we are capable of achieving our goals, we are more likely to take action and pursue them with passion and determination. On the other hand, if we hold limiting beliefs about our abilities or the potential for success, we may hold ourselves back and fail to reach our full potential.
Contradicting Beliefs
One of the ways that beliefs can interfere with business growth is through the presence of contradicting beliefs. A contradicting belief is a belief that directly opposes another belief that we hold. For example, if we believe that we are capable of achieving success in business but also believe that success is only possible for a select few individuals, these beliefs are in direct opposition to each other.
When we hold contradicting beliefs, it can create confusion and indecision, making it difficult for us to take action towards our goals. We may experience a lack of clarity and focus, which can lead to procrastination or avoidance of tasks that are necessary for business growth. This can result in missed opportunities and a failure to reach our full potential.
The Law of Attraction
Another reason why contradicting beliefs can get in the way of business growth is due to the law of attraction. The law of attraction is the belief that we attract into our lives what we focus on, whether positive or negative. This means that if we hold beliefs that are in opposition to our goals, we will attract experiences that reinforce those beliefs, making it even more difficult to achieve our desired outcomes.
For example, if we believe that we are capable of achieving success in business, but also believe that success requires sacrificing our personal life and relationships, we may attract experiences that reinforce this belief, such as working long hours and neglecting our personal needs. This can create a self-fulfilling prophecy, where our beliefs about success become a reality, even if they are not aligned with our values or desires.
Aligning Beliefs for Business Growth
To achieve business growth and success, it is important to align our beliefs with our goals. This means identifying any contradicting beliefs and working to resolve them through self-reflection, mindset shifts and adopting practices that help raise your vibe. By aligning our beliefs with our goals, we can create a sense of clarity and purpose, which can help us stay motivated and focused on taking action towards our desired outcomes.
One way to align our beliefs for business growth is to focus on ALL the positive aspects of your business. Consider how far you’ve come, how many positive reviews and testimonials you’ve received, perhaps you’re impressed by your own ability to spot a new product opportunity, maybe it’s the number of happy employees you have - start with a few simple things and watch the list grow. It’s all about raising your vibe!
So time to step out of your own way, truly believe in the product or service you offer and watch how these aligned beliefs impact, not only your business growth, but how you show up and feel about your business.