What I've Learned this Month...

​ So, it has officially been one month since I took the major leap to jump into business working for myself.
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What a crazy learning process it has proven to be already.
Well, I’ll be honest, it was a challenge even in the planning process (which took over a full year in itself). Don’t worry, I am not surprised or shocked by any of this. If you know me well, you’ll know that I am a planner. It’s virtually impossible for me to take a large risk without doing proper research first.
Okay fine – Rephrase. I do not take ANY large risks and I always do more research than is necessary even in small endeavors.
 
Sure, I want to be the girl that can live life vicariously on the edge. I would love to just be the yes-girl; act first and think later. But that is just NOT me. My husband is the one that is constantly getting me to test my own boundaries and get me to challenge myself. He’s honestly what balances me out. I definitely would not have gone parasailing or paragliding if it wasn’t for him pushing me to try; I am terrified of heights! And, guess what? Those were some of the most incredible experiences I have ever had. (Don’t get any ideas, hubby, I still say no to skydiving. Kudos to you out there that could handle that kind of adrenaline.)
 
But still, here I am, doing the crazy scary thing I was most terrified to do. I stepped out of comfort zone and into the unknown.
​And…..I didn’t self-combust.
I’m not sure what exactly I thought might happen but I had all kinds of fear, anxiety, and stress around quitting my job and going out on my own.
But, now that I think of it, if you can’t trust in yourself, who CAN you trust?
 
So, the top five things I have learned this month:

• I am working harder than I have in any job in my entire life.

I mean, I sometimes work 8am-8pm Monday through Friday, I always work on Saturday, and I have to literally force myself to not work on Sundays. Even when I am not at the spa, I work from home. The beauty of it? I feel so satisfied knowing I am building an empire that is for myself that I've earned.

• As an entrepreneur just starting out, you kinda have to be the jack of all trades.

I am the esthetician, the promoter/marketing manager, the website builder, the programmer, the social media expert, the scheduler, the blogger, and the sales consultant. Thankfully, I am organized (heyyy you fellow Type 1s), I like to be in control, and I am fairly good at most of those things. Although I have a lot to learn and I would love to contract out, I know that will come in time.

• Manifestation works!

I am now a strong believer in this. I swear, with the right energy and positivity, anything is possible. For me, it is all about what I am listening to (podcasts), reading, and who I surround myself with that really helps me to be in control of my thoughts and gain success.
Trust me and try it.

• I can’t say yes to everything.

I tend to want to make everyone happy. The thing is, what if I say yes to everyone else and yet here I am being the one that is unhappy? My main goal is to have success in my business and happiness. There are ways to politely say no or suggest something that works better, without completely letting EITHER party down. This possibly has been the toughest thing.

• I will ALWAYS be learning how to run a business.

This is maybe the most important thing I have realized thus far. I’m not perfect at running the business, nor will I ever be. I will always be able to utilize advice, opinions, and suggestions from other business owners and experts. I think it’s crucial to be aware of this so I can constantly expand and grow. And that is the most exciting part! I love receiving knowledge and getting challenged.
 
So, my friends, I hope you gained a thing or two from my sharing in this first crazy month of entrepreneurship.
Onto the next month – I’m sure I will be faced with new obstacles to overcome.
 
Bring it!