The Startup Therapy Couch™: Don't Sell Yourself Short

Our good friend Liz Giorgi, owner and founder of Mighteor and Soona, reminded me last week how important it is to know your value and your worth, and how important it is to not sell yourself short.

There may be times when you feel "up against the wall"... Maybe a little overwhelmed or panicky... And you're looking for bridge financing to just get over the current hump. Many times, when faced with this type of scenario, you'll be presented with less-than-ideal financing options that might make you feel like you're making a mistake.

There may be times when you need to take less-than-ideal money, but I urge you to stop and think about it first. Take an extra day or two to weigh the options fully, talk them over with people you trust, and get clear about whether this path feels right.

DON'T SELL YOURSELF SHORT. You have a lot to give, a ton of value to bring to the world, and you should remember that even when you're feeling squeezed. There may be other options available to you if you can get in the right head space to have a little faith in yourself and in the universe. Don't make a decision on bad money, or a bad hire, or the like, simply because you feel like it's the ONLY option. You likely have more options than you think!

Believe in yourself, don't sell yourself short, and stand up for your value and what you have to offer. You'll almost never regret standing up for yourself!