(if you're not...you may want to delete / skip over this email)....This email is for all the creatives, entrepreneurs and biz owners out there!
As you know....starting a business or stepping into your soul's work in the world is THE MOST exciting, expansive and scary! You're really putting you, your creative ideas and genius out there in the world! (the above pic is the view from our villa in Kelowna BC as I write this to you! Owning your own biz and creating in your style, to fit your lifestyle can give you such incredible freedom!)
And there's often A LOT riding on the biz decisions you make - offer your services, get clear on your services and path to serve, build a business, get clients, generate income, figure out what works....and all the while doing your best to not freak out when things get tight (time, money, trusting the process)!
I can't tell you the number of times I've freaked out in my own business over the last 18 years! Yes...officially been doing healing work and teaching workshops with clients 18 years this August 5th! Starting my business back in the day was easy....my belief and trust was very strong and supportive. The "system" was easy....go to networking events, get published, get exposure, volunteer, get in front of people and connect! It all worked! Clients would arrive...and they would LOVE the service and often refer and my business grew and grew and grew! 10, 000 clients later!
In today's day and age business expression, opportunities and platforms have evolved...largely due to the internet! We are in an information age...where EVERYTHING is available at your fingertips! You can learn anything from anywhere! Super cool! And super overwhelming as a biz owner and entrepreneur!
.....where do I start? .....what systems do I use? .....what's the best way to reach people and clients? .....how do I stay focused and in my lane?
.....oh and then there's social media, Facebook advertising, Instagram, webinars, live events, retreats....it goes on and on.....
There are 4 things that I've found as key elements in creating a thriving and successful business in today's age: 1. Connection, authenticity, transparency and being YOU always....throughout it all! This allows you to connect deeply to others through your story, sharing and offerings!
2. Belief and mindset! Your business is a reflection of you and what you believe to be true. So if something isn't working....don't go scrambling "out there"...you'll drive yourself nutz! Go inward and clean house! I trusted and
knew that what I was to share with clients was powerful! I trusted that
I would align with clients! I knew that I could make a positive
difference in the world! And all that has happened beyond my wildest dreams or intentions!
3. The right system for the right business! It's not a one-size-fits-all. You need to get clear on what you offer, how to best serve and then align with ONE system that will allow you to flourish!
4. Get coached! I have always worked with a mentor, coach or been in a membership coaching program to professionally and personally grow! Having accountability, having someone to walk me off the ledge when I'm doubting what I'm doing and having the system support to help me scale and grow....has been monumental!
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