Can you launch a venture and avoid frustrated entrepreneur syndrome? Going into business is always an adventure that can bring you joy and disappointment in equal measure. When someone launches a venture, they have the support of their closest circle, but the moment a problem (or several) hits, the person crumbles. Then the entrepreneur ends up alone, facing setbacks with no help. As if they were on the edge of a cliff and didn’t know how to avoid that last decisive step.

What is a frustrated entrepreneur?

A frustrated entrepreneur is someone who has started a business, fights for their ideas, and still doesn’t see the results. Not hitting the goals you’ve set, in any area of life, leads to frustration — and the business world is no exception. If you’ve ever found yourself in this spot, or you’re going through it right now, don’t worry. It’s understandable that what used to be demanded of you by a boss now has to come from you, and if something doesn’t go as planned, it can spark frustration. That said, if it hits you harder than usual, you can end up totally blocked.

And we’re not only talking about the case of an entrepreneur who isn’t hitting their targets — there are other kinds of frustration among businesspeople.

• Entrepreneurs who, driven to push their proposals forward, find themselves overwhelmed by the sheer amount of information they receive.

• People who are looking for ideas for their project, lean on advice from others, books, online experiences, reports. In the end, with so much advice they can’t quite find the right key.

• So much back-and-forth ends up blocking their creativity and their drive to launch a venture, which translates into frustration.

To tackle frustration, we have to be clear that the outcome of a project doesn’t always reflect a person’s professional worth. We all make mistakes, and we have to learn from them. If the results aren’t what you had in mind, accept it as best you can and, if possible, look for the right solutions.

Words are blown away by the wind, so in the opposite case, rethink the situation or take a different direction. Being in contact with other entrepreneurs, like at coworking spaces, will be a huge help to vent and let off steam. Sharing your experience with others can be a great remedy for problems. Feeling understood will also lift your self-esteem and help you find a way out sooner.

The key to beating frustration

The key to keep moving forward is this: Passion, Patience and Perseverance, the entrepreneur’s three “P”s. This piece of advice isn’t just for those starting a company, of course. It can be applied to anyone stepping into the working world. Overnight success only happened to the contestants of the first (and last) season of “Operación Triunfo.”

It’s possible your circle might try to discourage you with classic lines like “Why don’t you just quit?” — don’t throw in the towel so soon. Keep in mind that plenty of races are long-distance, and it takes a bit more effort to reach the finish line. While you get there, you can keep learning, improving, and enjoying the good things waiting for you along the way.

How has the syndrome of the frustrated entrepreneur affected your working and entrepreneurial life?