I just realized something that has been holding me back.

Most of my ventures have been with partners.

While I have made a decent amount of money, I can't seem to get to the next level.

Ultimately though, I realized that the reason I couldn't reach the next level is because I was dependent on other people to give me permission to make moves.

I needed one of my partners to be on board....

I realized having a partner was an excuse for procrastination and not achieving my real goals. I wasn't relying on myself. This is a pattern I've noticed in all aspects of my life. Its an underlying personality trait that I need to combat.

Take a look at yourself and think about whether you're doing the the same thing.

If you are, try just doing a project completely by yourself and do ask Permission from anybody else to do it. Don't ask for their opinions on it either.