Working through all the feelings, I recorded this to capture some of the lessons I’m learning. Please forgive the meandering (my state of mind is not as incisive as usual) and the less-than stellar quality of the video… but I promise there are some important nuggets in here.
Entrepreneurship
Making Peace with Time (low-tech, no cost)
I’ll admit it: I have a troubled relationship with time.
I’m always searching for the perfect way to schedule my calendar. The perfect scheduling tool. The perfect reminder system.
This year I made three simple changes that cost me nothing and make a big difference in how I feel every single day.
- For as long as I can remember, I have hung a one-year dry-erase laminated calendar on the wall that I face while sitting at my desk. Time was literally looming over me. I was facing off with it every single day. So I moved 2024’s calendar behind my office door and filled the space I face with the things that are most important to me: family, pets and inspiration.
- Another long-time practice that I changed is I stopped wearing my Apple watch. Even though I have all the notifications turned off, it was a distraction. I could check the weather, my exercise rings… so many ways to waste a little bit of time here and there. I’ve swapped out the techy nagging device for a watch my Dad gave me one Christmas. It’s sentimental and low tech. Doesn’t even have the date on it.
- With this last one, I may be veering into the neighborhood of TMI, but an idea from my fab time management coach Lisa Crilley Mallis of Impactive Strategies, I go to the downstairs bathroom instead of the one right next to my office. A mini-break from my day.
I’ll wrap up with this thought: when you have a busy life and business, making huge sweeping changes is hard. And then maintaining them? Almost impossible.So while these 3 changes might seem too small to actually make a different, the power behind them is that they are sustainable.
My “Ripple Effect” Vision
Want to Travel More?
I see so many business owners who could work from anywhere in the world, but somehow end up feeling chained to their desk at home.
In this short video, I’m talking to someone who has truly mastered the art of taking her business on the road while keeping everything running smoothly and growing consistently. (and she teaches others how to do the same!)
Jane Garee will share the top 3 obstacles business owners face when they have the goal to travel more and get out of the home office rut!
November 1 from 8:30am to 10:00am Pacific Time
Workshop will be recorded if you cannot attend live.
Do you crave less time in front of your computer and more time to explore distant lands or have adventures closer to home?
If so, this workshop will help you re-design your current business, and give you the tools you need so that in just 7 days, you are well on your way to being able to travel as much as you want without missing a business beat, while running and growing a 6+ figure business.
Get ready to “Combine everything you love to do with every place you want to go!” ™
In this 90 minute, fun and engaging workshop, you will:
🌟 Streamline and simplify your sales so you have the time and money to travel more and stay longer
🌟 Seamlessly integrate your work obligations with your travel opportunities so your business runs efficiently and effectively from anywhere in the world
🌟 Understand and leverage your unique and natural personal and professional strengths and preferences for better revenue results and travel ease
BONUS:
🌟 Introduction to integrating Sponsored Travel into your business model so you boost business growth and save money
November 1 from 8:30am to 10:00am Pacific Time
Workshop will be recorded if you cannot attend live.
Business Owner Confessions: My Most Spine-Tingling Moments Part 2
We’re back for more thrilling tales from the world of business ownership! Parts 2 and 3 of my series on scary yet wildly fun moments as a business owner are here. So whether you’re a returning viewer or just joining the party, you’re in for a treat.
Get ready for a rollercoaster ride through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.
Part 2:
And Part 3:
Business Owner Confessions: My Most Spine-Tingling Moments Part 1
I’ve put together a couple of videos showcasing some of the scariest moments I’ve experienced as a business owner. It’s a quick, fun watch, and I’d love for you to check it out.
Here is the first one:
Hold onto your seat as I recount these spine-tingling stories that have defined my journey in entrepreneurship. Enjoy the show!
Share your scary stories in the comments, I would love to read them!