Why Entrepreneurs Fear Moving to the Next Level and How to Overcome This Barrier
Entrepreneurs often focus on improving processes they already understand well. But when it comes to moving to a fundamentally new level—investments, scaling, new technologies—many experience fear and delay this step.
There’s nothing more dangerous for a business than a founder stuck at a single level of knowledge. When the business demands all your attention, it creates the feeling that there’s no time to learn new directions. It seems that pursuing something new is just "dreaming."
I’ve had to overcome this barrier myself more than once. One of the toughest cases was when I started diving into mergers and acquisitions—a completely new field for me. But I developed an approach that helped me quickly grasp the subject.
How to Quickly Master a New Field and Overcome Doubts:
- Explore Open Sources
The first step is simply to get a sense of the subject and build a basic understanding. Even if the topic seems complex, start with the basics: popular articles, videos, podcasts.
When I realized I needed to understand the M&A field, the first thing I did was head to YouTube. I watched expert videos to get familiar with the key terms and principles. This approach helps form a general overview of the subject and reduces the fear of its complexity.
- Take Specialized Courses
The next step is deepening your knowledge. After getting an overview of the topic, it’s important to gain a systematic understanding.
While learning about mergers and acquisitions, I purchased several courses on Udemy and dedicated a few hours each week to studying. This helped me structure the information and master the key tools. When there are step-by-step explanations and a clear curriculum, a new subject becomes much easier to understand.
- Immerse Yourself in a Professional Community
Even after studying books and courses, knowledge remains theoretical. To connect it to real life, it’s important to surround yourself with people who are already working in the field.
Once I grasped the basics, my next step was joining a professional community. I became part of one of the strongest mastermind groups in the USA—Epic Network—where entrepreneurs shared real-world experiences. There, I saw how people make deals, merge companies, and solve problems. This helped me solidify my knowledge and break down the barriers to real-world work in this field.
Bonus Tip: When studying a new topic, you will inevitably come across terms you don’t understand. Instead of skipping over them, pause and tackle them immediately. For example, ask ChatGPT questions or request explanations with examples. This speeds up the immersion process and helps you grasp complex concepts faster.
How to Apply This Approach to Any New Field Mastering a new subject is not a matter of talent or superpowers. It’s a process in which consistency and a systematic approach are key. If you first explore available sources, then deepen your knowledge with courses, and later immerse yourself in a professional environment, you can quickly master even the most complex topics.
The faster an entrepreneur moves beyond the familiar, the more opportunities open up for their business. The main thing is not to get stuck in the routine and to regularly expand your horizons.
