Success Strategies

The Truth About Having a Vision: 5 Things No One Told You

Are you someone who’s constantly chasing their vision, but often feels lost and frustrated along the way? If so, you’re not alone! Having a vision is an incredible thing, but it can also come with its own set of challenges. Today, I am going to share with you five things no one told me about having a vision that I wish I knew when I started out.


1. Impatience is a Part of the Journey

When you are clear about where you want to go, it’s easy to become impatient with the journey towards it. You might get frustrated because your mind is living where your body isn’t physically yet present. However, it’s important to understand that the journey is an integral part of reaching your vision. Without it, you won’t be able to achieve your desired outcome.

2. The Journey is Hard, But Worth It

Having a vision is one thing, but figuring out the journey towards it is another. It can be challenging to understand how to get there, and often, it’s not a straight line. However, the journey is worth it because it teaches you important lessons and helps you grow as an individual.


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3. Your Vision Can Change and That’s Okay

This isn’t a perfect process, and that’s alright. As you continue along your journey, you’ll receive new insights that will help you refine and make tweaks. Remember, it’s never 100% right or wrong but rather perfected in progress. Keep an open mind and be willing to adapt to new ideas.

4. You Can’t Build This Alone

It’s common to think that sharing your vision with others will lead to sabotage or theft of your ideas. However, without sharing it, you’ll never meet the right people at the right time who can help you along the way. Building a vision takes a team effort, so look for trusted partners who can provide you with insights, mentorship, and resources.


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5. Believing in Your Vision is Key

Lastly, building a vision requires belief in yourself and your goals. You are the primary driver behind your vision, and if you don’t believe it’s possible, then it’ll never become a reality. Stay motivated, envision your success, and partner with people along the way.


In conclusion, having a vision is an incredible journey, but it’s not always easy. Impatience, the difficulty of the journey, evolving visions, teamwork, and self-belief are all crucial aspects of achieving success. Remember, it takes time, effort, and resilience, but with the right mindset, you can turn your dreams into a reality!

If you need help along the way, I have a few resources that can help you right here.

Written by:

Dana Hayes-Burke

Vision Strategist | Business Coach | Consultant | International Conference Speaker



1 Comment

  1. Thank you for this. It brought tears to my eyes. I used to feel like such a failure because my vision changed so many times. How do you know if you are on the right path?

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