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The video titled “Think big” made me realize how many times we prevent ourselves of doing things because of the fear to fail. We underestimate our ability to produce something beautiful, of a high quality, or something that others may desire to buy. In my case, a weak self-esteem and a lack of confidence make it impossible to visualize how I could become an entrepreneur. I struggle to identify or recognize my gifts and talents and how to make a business out of them. However, I have big dreams. I want to become successful, and I am learning what successful stands for.

If you help others in any way through your business, you are successful. If you make a change in the world and lift others up, then you may think you are a successful person. If you spread virtue, work ethics, honesty, integrity, and other remarkable values, you are successful; and if you are a good example to others and build a positive reputation in your market, you can be considered a successful entrepreneur. But before becoming, you need to start dreaming and pursuing your deepest desires.

The key point is to identify your mission, your calling in life, and put it at the service of humankind. Besides, and not less important, you have to learn how to identify opportunities to grow a business, starting from scratch or recycling existing ideas. Perhaps you have a special talent to create, to be innovative, to express yourself through any kind of art, or to produce stuff you and others need in everyday life. Opportunities are endless; however, to find them I would recommend first put on your knees and pray, and then put your mind and hands to work to pursue your big dreams. With the Lord´s help everything is possible, and I am committed to remember it and apply it into my own life.

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