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[![](https://info.wearegirlsclub.com/hs-fs/hubfs/user.webp?width=50&height=50&name=user.webp)](https://info.wearegirlsclub.com/blogs/author/angela-salazar) [Angela Salazar](https://info.wearegirlsclub.com/blogs/author/angela-salazar) Apr 30, 2025 1:53:36 PM Hey all, Angela here and I am excited to be doing a little takeover of LB’s Corner! I’m writing this blog to give you some behind-the-scenes insight into something BIG that #GirlsClub is doing. --- While this blog isn’t the BIG reveal (stick around – we will let you in on our little secret at the end), it is focused on the heart-pounding realm of starting something new. Let’s be real – whether it’s introducing a new product, starting a new job, or getting a new hairstyle, the fear is real, and it can be downright intimidating! But hey, you’re not alone; we’ve all been there, trembling in our super cute shoes. So, let’s unravel the reasons why starting something new sends shivers down our ambitious spines! #### The Fear of the Unknown 🕵️‍♂️ Picture this: you’re about to embark on a thrilling adventure, but you have no clue what’s lurking around the corner. What if things don’t go as planned? What if your ingenious idea flops like a pancake? Uncertainty has this uncanny ability to make our knees wobble. Embracing the unknown is like a blindfolded tightrope walk – exhilarating, yet terrifying! #### The Gut-Wrenching Risk 🎢 Life is a roller coaster ride, and starting something new takes the thrill to a whole new level! There’s no guarantee that your gamble will pay off. It’s like placing a bet on a horse in the Kentucky Derby – you might win big or end up with a sad wallet. Risk and fear are like inseparable besties, leaving you wondering, “Should I really take the plunge?” #### That Looming Fear of Failure 😨 Failure, the dreaded F-word! It’s not that we’re afraid of the word itself; it’s the sinking feeling it brings when things don’t go as planned. The fear of failure can paralyze us, making us second-guess every decision. But here’s the secret sauce: failure isn’t the end of the world! Many successful entrepreneurs have kissed failure on the cheek before reaching the summit. #### That Annoying Imposter Syndrome 🤷‍♀️ Imposter syndrome, the sneaky little monster that lurks in the shadows of success. When you’re starting something new, self-doubt creeps in like a stealthy ninja. You start questioning your abilities and qualifications, wondering if you’re truly cut out for this wild entrepreneurial journey. But guess what? Imposter or not, you’ve got what it takes! #### Let’s Embrace the Adventure 🎉 Alright, take a deep breath, and let’s shift gears! Yes, starting something new can be as scary as a horror movie marathon, but it’s also thrilling and exhilarating like riding a rollercoaster with your hands up! 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