People too often say “what if” throughout their careers. They think about what could have been if they had just associated themselves with the right people, made better choices, or taken more calculated risks. Career management is a full time responsibility and if not done rightly, it will lead toward regrets that could have been avoided.

Early in my career, one of my mentors told me, “As long as you are always exploring and progressing forward you will eventually discover your passionate pursuits and the career path you are looking for and will eventually thrive in.”

The 21^st century leader must have the ability to make the most out of every situation. They are courageous and not afraid to challenge the status quo and push the boundaries to make things better.

Starting a business or bringing a new product to market is no easy task, yet it’s a dream that many of us have. Whether you’re planning to start a taco truck, create an ecommerce site for hand-knitted alpaca stockings, or open a sports bar, something is holding you back. Here are 5 of the most common reasons you haven’t started your small business yet.

By Glenn Llopis

Career Coach and Author Ford R. Myers Shares Guidelines on Working with Executive Search Firms to Help You Land a Job