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The Wheel of 8 Fears of Entrepreneurs: A Practical Guide to Recognize and Overcome the Fear of Entrepreneurship Paperback – January 1, 2024
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Longing to start or build your own business, but feeling crippled by uncertainty? Discover how to make your venture soar today.
Over 30 years, the author, Celia Soonets, has skillfully built her market research company, overseeing its expansion into four countries. Celia assisted businesses, from large corporations to small enterprises, leveraging information and research to facilitate their decision-making.
This author understands the psychology of entrepreneurs, and the values, attitudes, mindset, and habits conducive to success. She can help your venture soar. Do not miss this.
Celia Soonets, MBA will explain what’s triggering fight-or-flight responses so that you can leverage seemingly negative reactions into growth and progress.
The Wheel of 8 Fears of Entrepreneurs, is a cutting-edge conceptual model for classifying any concern and creating a system to turn it around. Breaking global statistical analysis down into a practical and easy-to-read tool, Soonets offers empathy, companionship, and solutions for people at all stages of running their own business. And by learning to look at every facet of fear in a unique way, you’ll be able to stop battling those formless thoughts and address each issue with a precise tactical plan.
You’ll discover:
- Simple yes or no questions for identifying each type of unease and addressing it head-on
- How to recognize internal versus external change so you can regain a sense of control
- Why fear is not the enemy and admitting your feelings can be safe, smart, and productive
- A six-step process of self-reflection that will leave you refreshed and confident
- Down-to-earth examples taken from daily life, and much, much more!
The Wheel of 8 Fears of Entrepreneurs is an invaluable toolbox for anyone involved in a business. If you like straightforward systems, actionable advice, and guidance from someone who’s been there, then you’ll love Celia Soonets’ relatable resource.
Buy The Wheel of 8 Fears of Entrepreneurs to drive your success today!
- Print length242 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateJanuary 1, 2024
- Dimensions6 x 0.55 x 9 inches
- ISBN-109945187457
- ISBN-13978-9945187458
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Paul Emond - Canadian Serial Entrepreneur with 30 years of business experience, mostly in technology businesses
As an entrepreneur for more than 26 years, I related very quickly to many of the concepts Celia explores in her book. Following your dream is so much easier if you have tools and techniques to guide you step by step, particularly as you face obstacles, challenges and yes, fears. And Celia provides just that. This text is a truly valuable and practical resource for entrepreneurs at all stages of their journey, and I commend Celia for bringing it to life for us all to benefit from.
Lara Quentrall-Thomas MBA - Chairman, Regency Recruitment and Resources Limited, Trinidad
This is an excellent book for new entrepreneurs. Celia clearly captures the internal and external fears that entrepreneurs will face as they set out on their adventure. Read it to prepare yourself for the challenges ahead and prepare yourself for success.
Tim Redpath - Executive Coach, Ottawa, Canada
This book has changed the way I think about starting a business. I have always thought about starting a business, but the thoughts have always been filled with trepidation. As the path ahead for me has been uncharted, my fears have always loomed like shadows in a dimly lit alley of uncertainty. Enter Celia Soonets' "The Wheel of 8 Fears of Entrpreneurs." With eloquence Soonets unravels the paradox of courage—the very essence that propels entrepreneurs forward. She invites us to shed the armor of vulnerability and embrace our fears as stepping stones toward growth. In the pages of this transformative book, I discovered that vulnerability doesn't have to be a weakness, it can be our greatest strength. Soonets dismantles the myth that successful entrepreneurs are impervious to fear, revealing that true courage lies in acknowledging our vulnerabilities. If you're an entrepreneur standing at the crossroads of fear and possibility, let Celia Soonets be your guide. Let the wisdom of The Wheel of 8 Fears of Entrepreneurs seep into your entrepreneurial spirit.
Janelle S. Ifill - Vice President, The Blue Financial Group, Barbados
★★★★★
"In The Wheel of 8 Fears of Entrepreneurs, Celia Soonets embarks on an enlightening exploration of the multifaceted nature of fear, viewed through the lens of various academic disciplines. This approach establishes a robust foundation for the book, steering readers through the complex terrain of fears encountered in entrepreneurship. Soonets meticulously categorizes these fears into external and internal segments, delving into their characteristics and offering practical methods for their management.
The book's strength lies in its blend of theoretical grounding and practical application. Soonets provides a comprehensive toolkit for self-assessment and strategic planning, emphasizing the dynamic nature of fear and its evolution alongside the entrepreneurial journey. This empowers readers to pinpoint their specific fears and tailor personalized strategies for growth and resilience.
Soonets' thorough research and consultation efforts are apparent throughout the book. Her presentation is precise, exploring each aspect of entrepreneurial fear with clarity. Combining psychological insights, empirical research, and actionable tools, Soonets creates an invaluable guide for both aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs. Her emphasis on self-awareness, combined with strategic approaches, positions the book as a critical resource for navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship.
The book's structure is meticulously organized, with distinct sections and chapters that enhance its readability and logical flow. Soonets' writing strikes a balance between academic depth and accessibility, effectively conveying intricate concepts in fear-related psychology and neuroscience in a manner digestible to a broad readership. Her expertise and comprehensive research add substantial credibility to the content, deepening the reader's understanding of the subject.
Soonets' empathetic and encouraging tone resonates throughout the book. She acknowledges the ubiquity of fear, normalizing it and fostering a supportive atmosphere for readers. This approach allows readers to engage constructively with their anxieties, promoting resilience and proactive problem-solving.
The Wheel of 8 Fears of Entrepreneurs serves not only as a guide but also as a transformative tool for reimagining challenges, particularly fear, as opportunities for personal and professional growth. Particularly suited for entrepreneurs grappling with internal challenges, Soonets' book is a comprehensive resource for understanding and overcoming entrepreneurial fears. With its practical insights and accessible wisdom, this book extends its utility beyond entrepreneurs, offering valuable lessons for a broader audience seeking to conquer their fears and embrace continuous self-improvement."
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- Publisher : Celia Soonets (January 1, 2024)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 242 pages
- ISBN-10 : 9945187457
- ISBN-13 : 978-9945187458
- Item Weight : 11.7 ounces
- Dimensions : 6 x 0.55 x 9 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #2,940,856 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #4,177 in Starting a Business (Books)
- #11,996 in Business Motivation & Self-Improvement (Books)
- #17,722 in Entrepreneurship (Books)
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About the author

Celia Soonets holds degrees in Arts and Social Psychology from the Central University of Venezuela, with a Master's in Business Administration from UQAM (L'Université du Québec à Montréal).
Most of her professional career has been in the world of market research, marketing, and consulting. She began her career in the corporate world in 1987, where she held managerial positions after 8 years.
Subsequently, she ventured into developing her own businesses, always in the field of market research, as a partner at Emevenca, a medium-to-large-sized company that began with offices in Venezuela and now provides services in the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, and Trinidad. She has over 30 years of experience in the market.
In 2006, she started a micro-business designing jewelry, Soonets Jewelry, which she worked on independently alongside her other ventures until 2019.
In 2019, she started a blog in Spanish for micro-entrepreneurs: Eslabones de Negocio (eslabonesdenegocio.com). Through this blog, she regularly shares topics related to values, attitudes, and habits that contribute to an entrepreneur's success, as well as tools for achieving more efficient performance.
She has had experience within three different business environments: corporate as an employee, the private sector as a partner in a medium-to-large-sized company, and the private sector as a micro-entrepreneur in projects where she worked primarily alone. This has given her a broad perspective on the different aspects of the business world at each of these levels.
She is certified to administer and analyze the EMP (Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile), a tool from Eckerd College (Florida, USA), for assessing individuals' profiles across personality and performance dimensions related to entrepreneurship to help understand strengths and development opportunities for entrepreneurs.
With "The Wheel of the 8 Fears of the Entrepreneur”, her first book, she embarks on her journey as a writer.
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