When I’m coaching a new student who wants to turn their knowledge and information into a product, there are a few barriers that come up often. Here are 5 barriers I’ve noticed that keep some people from leveraging the power of the internet and easy product creation.

Barrier 1: Fear of the Unknown

This is the ultimate barrier to creating the life you want in any area. Many people get really excited when they see the possibilities and then when it actually comes down to following through and creating their products, they get scared of getting out of their comfort zone. This is one of the reasons I’ve always had a business mentor to guide me and gently nudge me forward, even through my own fears.

Barrier 2: Fear of People’s Reaction

This is described very well in one of Napoleon Hill’s chapters from the classic Think and Grow Rich book. People can get so afraid of criticism and rejection from others, they become self-conscious and insecure about taking action to turn their dreams into reality.

Barrier 3: Believing You Must Be Proficient at Technology

I only used to be able to send and receive email and now I can create an entire website from scratch, create all kinds of digital products, including streaming online video. I still don’t know exactly how it all works, I just know it does. It does not have to be hard. It’s kind of like learning a new language and a language that is revolutionizing the world.

Barrier 4: The “But Nothing is Really New” Syndrome

Many people say “There’s already someone else teaching what I want to teach” and this kills all their ambition before they even begin. If there are other products in your same niche that is a great sign there is a demand for them. Your specific twist or take on the subject and method of teaching it is what will differentiate you from the crowd.

Barrier 5: Poor Self – Management

When you begin to take control of your own destiny and responsibility for taking daily, consistent actions to become your own ultimate boss, excellent self management tools are a must. It is important to become selfish for a little while and do the important, business generating activities first.