Are you familiar with the kind of busyness where you go from meeting to meeting, task to task, and at the end of the day, you are exhausted and even worse, unfulfilled?
You go to bed fretting about all of the things you didn’t accomplish, fueling your worry and doubt that you can build a thriving, sustainable business.
This was typical behavior for my client Jane. She started her business on a shoestring. She pounded the pavement, sharing her new venture with her family and friends. Slowly, but surely, which is the sustainable way to build a business, she engaged with new clients. They loved her and wanted her products.
She no longer cringed when she checked her banking account each week.
Yet, what was consistent in our coaching sessions was she did not feel that she was moving forward. This lack of energy had her doubt her ability to succeed.
This was her kryptonite.
You see, Jane was a visionary type of entrepreneur; this was her superpower – always looking at the future and what she needed to do next. This is a valuable trait for business owners, it’s the catalyst that moves them towards accomplishing dreams and goals.
When reflection is not part of your daily process, your energy will wane and dissipate your momentum.
Momentum is essential to building a business; it’s what gets you out of bed in the morning. It is much more effective than an alarm.
Building momentum begins from within.
It starts with clarity. When you’re clear on the direction you’re heading and partner that with a concise plan of action, all of a sudden your busyness has a motive. You can make conscious decisions that move you towards your goals.
Then, your confidence begins to increase. This happens when you use your internal “rearview mirror” to reflect on your accomplishments each day. When you shift your attention to achievement verses what you didn’t finish, your gusto to wake up and do it again will be there waiting for you.
Spend a few minutes each day thinking about what you did achieve and notice what happens.
Partner this clarity and confidence with a dose of patience, than you are well on your way to creating the sustainable success you desire.
Let’s face it, studies show that it takes 2-4 years to build a sustainable and successful business.
When you learn to weave in the proper mindset with the essential activities to work on each day, yes, you will work hard, and you will be fully engaged and productive. This is what will yield you the results of many happy clients and you, a happy and fulfilled business owner.
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