It has happened to all of us—when we’re faced with obstacles, we lose our focus and drive. As an entrepreneur, you’re faced with challenges of every magnitude on a day-to-day basis and it’s hard not to feel powerless and scared. But being your own boss is a rewarding experience despite the challenges. Over the next five weeks, we will give you five tips to keep you motivated and energized.

No. Four:  Seek business inspiration from your peers
Having a network of entrepreneurs and small business owners to talk to can be an invaluable support system. Not only can you give each other advice and feedback, it’s also encouraging to hear that you’re not alone in your challenges. Join small business owners associations or meetups and go to networking events to build your connections.

It’s also helpful to read about successful entrepreneurs and hear about the challenges that they have faced while building their business. Some of the best small business success stories started with great challenges! Check out biographies of success stories like Richard Branson’s or listen to TED Talks given by famous entrepreneurs to kickstart your small business motivation.