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EPISODE · Oct 2, 2025 · 17 MIN

95. You Want to Start a Side Business But Don’t Know Where to Start

from You're Overqualified Podcast - Career and Leadership Strategies for Women · host Dani Tan - Leadership Coach and Speaker

So many people sit on a side business idea for months or even years because they think they need the perfect plan before taking the first step.If you’ve been circling your idea, asking yourself if you’re “ready,” or stuck in research mode, this episode is your reminder that clarity comes from action, not overthinking.I’m sharing client stories and my own experience of waiting too long to start, along with the practical steps I now guide clients through to move from hesitation into momentum.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why hesitation and self-doubt keep you stuck in the “what ifs”How to start small by offering one simple service with skills you already haveThe first concrete steps to test your idea with real feedback instead of procrastinatingHow to identify your first clients and where to find themWhy consistency, not intensity, is what builds a sustainable side businessIf you’ve been sitting on an idea but don’t know where to start, this episode will help you move forward with clarity, strategy, and energy that lasts.Key Takeaways:The first version of your business won’t be the final version, start anywayYou don’t need a perfect plan, you need one clear stepTesting with real people builds clarity faster than more researchConsistency is what creates momentumChapters:00:00 Internal Hesitation Blocking Side Businesses03:17 Start Small Using Existing Expertise07:38 Concrete First Steps to Avoid Procrastination11:17 Define Ideal Client and Test Reach Channels13:50 Start Small and Protect EnergyLearn more and stay connected:www.danitan.comwww.linkedin.com/in/dani-tanJoin my weekly newsletter

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