The Next Time You Doubt Your Place in This World, Always Remember: I’m Worth It.
Viola Davis’s Said It Best.
New founders need to hear Viola Davis’s message loud and clear:
You’re worth it, three words we’ve all heard almost a thousand times. Right. But do you really understand what that means? It’s a beautiful reminder to us all that we have worth. You have reason and rarity. There is value in each and every one of us, including you – that is precious even on the days you may not feel it. You never depreciate in value. Those words are there to remind you …Forget the naysayers and silence the critics, even if the harshest words are the ones you say to yourself…,The next time you hesitate before going after something you want, the next time you blush and brush off a compliment, the next time you doubt your place in the world.…say these words to yourself – I’m worth it.”
This quote by Viola Davis isn’t just affirming—it’s radical. “I’m worth it” is more than a motto; it’s the fuel startups need to break the status quo. And what’s the first step? Knowing you already have what it takes. Even when you don’t feel like it, your value never depreciates.
The Challenges New Founders Face
Ladies and gentlemen, today we embark upon a journey that transcends the boundaries of skepticism and propels us into a realm of limitless possibilities. Imagine a world where startups, regardless of their size or resources, can achieve unprecedented success as they transform their dreams into reality… This is the vision of many who dare to dream.
However, In the realm of startups, we face a glaring paradox. The world thrives on innovation, yet countless brilliant ideas fail to materialize due to financial constraints, lack of market traction, and missed opportunities.
The truth? Innovation alone isn’t always enough.
For many budding entrepreneurs trying to make it in the online world, the path feels daunting and complicated, especially because traditional funding seems out of reach. Startups need smart strategies to overcome some very real obstacles.
Listing a Few Traditional Obstacles New Founders Face
- No credit, no deal: Without a strong business or personal credit history, funding options for new founders shrink fast. Many new entrepreneurs are starting from zero. As a result, securing loans becomes extremely difficult. Even a brilliant business idea won’t guarantee approval. Lenders focus on risk and no credit means danger
- Limited access to capital: Banks and investors usually want to see a long track record, lots of paperwork, and solid collateral. Most new startups just don’t have that – making it hard to get funding through traditional means.
- Everyone’s competing for the same money: The startup world is crowded. Thousands of businesses are pitching for the same pile of funds. If you don’t have connections or credentials, it’s hard to stand out-and even harder to get the “yes” you need. Competition is fierce and the odds aren’t in your favor.
- Small Network, Big Dreams: Many founders come from communities where friends and family lack resources. This reality removes the chances of early support. A “friends and family round, “isn’t an option and without it, building momentum becomes harder. If New founders are not resilient, growth stalls early.
What if You Knew the World Needed Your Startup
I’m Worth It: A Mindset Shift for New Founders
The phrase “I’m worth it” should be on every startup founder’s vision board. It’s not just about confidence—it’s about identity.
Remember Davis’s call to action: “The next time you doubt your place in the world, say these words to yourself—I’m worth it.”
You have the potential to create change—all by believing in your worth. Each action you take, grounded in self-belief, fuels the entrepreneurial fire and opens doors to endless possibilities.
By taking decisive action and cultivating your sense of worth, you empower yourself and inspire those around you to shine as well.
Forget the Naysayers and Silence the Critics
If you’ve ever felt like you don’t belong in the room or questioned whether you’re building something that matters, let your self-worth be louder. “I’m worth it” doesn’t mean you have all the answers—it means you trust yourself enough to keep going anyway.
Building a successful business often includes facing rejection, criticism, and moments of uncertainty. Even so, self-worth remains the foundation of resilience. Knowing that “you have reason and rarity” is everything. Surround yourself with positivity and remind yourself that your ideas and contributions are uniquely valuable.
What really matters is that you keep choosing yourself—and the vision that made you start in the first place. We often think we have to earn our worth—through achievements, followers or funding. But your worth isn’t up for negotiation. “You never depreciate in value.”
By internalizing your value, you build a solid foundation for success, as it shapes the way you approach challenges and reinforces the idea that your voice matters in the startup ecosystem.
“Those who succeed aren’t always the most connected or confident—they’re the ones who learn to believe in their voice, even when it shakes.”
Say It Again. This Time Like You Believe It
Say it out loud: I’m worth it. Not just when things are going well, but especially when they’re not. Whisper it when you’re ghosted after sending a proposal. Let it echo when someone tells you to get a “real job.” Believe it when you’re building something no one else quite understands.
Not every day is a win. There will be launches that flop, meetings that drain you, and weeks where your only accomplishment is getting out of bed. But that doesn’t make you less of a founder.
The world doesn’t just need more startups—it needs more founders who know their worth.
Zero to Funded Was Built on This Very Truth
Zero to Funded started with a simple idea: To create a world where every startup —regardless of background, budget, or barriers can achieve remarkable success through innovative solutions.
Zero to Funded was designed to empower New Founders across sectors—those who know what it feels like to be overlooked, underestimated, or under-resourced.
This revolutionary AI-powered platform is not just a tool; it’s a movement that tears down the barriers of traditional fundraising.
We believe that you don’t need permission to build something meaningful. You just need the right tools-and a mindset rooted in self-worth. This is why we’ve harnessed the full potential of artificial intelligence to democratize the access to capital and ignite a global entrepreneurial renaissance. When you believe you’re worth it, you show up differently. And when you show up like that, the game changes. Therefore, believing in your value isn’t optional – it’s necessary.