Hello Reader, Do you know what the number one thing is that you need to know as an entrepreneur?There’s nothing wrong with you!That’s right!Listen in to learn why it’s important to remember there’s nothing wrong with you as I chat with the Startups in Stilettoes hosts Richelle Pena and Carlyn Bushman (Product-Based Business Educator)As I grew my own business and began to understand the unique mental and emotional stressors that come with entrepreneurship, I realized that there was something...
15 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Cash flow is a constant concern for business owners. It's especially hard now and I'll bet you're feeling the pinch. I sure am! According to Quickbooks, 60% of small business owners say that cash flow has been a problem for their business. Even when you’re making a lot of sales, your business can still be strapped for cash because, as you know from experience, the money from these sales don’t always end up in your bank account in time to pay the monthly bills. Cash-flow fears...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, This week, I'm a guest on the Enthusiastically Self-Employed podcast with Brenda Meller. In this episode, you'll hear some new information about navigating the emotional rollercoaster of running a business: how to shift from a scarcity to an abundance mindset. What I have to say about managing cash flow anxieties and building a supportive team will empower you to face financial stresses with confidence and resilience.Ever wonder how acknowledging your negative emotions can...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader Owning and running a business can often be a emotional rollercoaster, but the impact of this journey on our mental health impact isn’t often acknowledged. And it’s for this very reason that Quiet Rebels' Mai-Kee Tsang and I talked about how we can mitigate mental health risks in our businesses! Join us as we discuss the following: Intersection between privilege and mariginalization – and why this is so important Most common mental health struggles entrepreneurs face today Next...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi there, Reader HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED IF YOU HAVE A SCARCITY MINDSET? Here are some money behaviours you might recognize that people claim have to do with a scarcity mindset: Paying bills at the last minute (or late) even though you have the cash available Afraid of spending any money Spending your money as soon as it comes in (because you’re afraid it will disappear) Avoiding looking at your bank accounts Taking money out of investments because the markets are going down Taking risks in an...
4 months ago • 6 min read
Hello Reader Why are emotional responses in business necessary? Let's dive into the mind of an entrepreneur with the latest episode of the Little Blue Pill podcast, where mental health meets business strategy. Join me and host Michelle Nedelec as we take you on a journey through the emotional roller coaster of entrepreneurship. Learn how to navigate the high seas of entrepreneurship without losing your cool, and why it's crucial to align your business pursuits with not just financial success,...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader Let's talk discuss the essential topic of mental and emotional well-being for women entrepreneurs! Tamika Franklin from Precision Franchise and I talked on her podcast about how to maintain your mental and emotional well being while navigating the entrepreneurial journey. Here are some of the topics that we covered: The emotional impact when things go sideways in your business The multiple mental health challenges facing women entrepreneurs Strategies that support your mental and...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader Let's talk about wedding planning! You likely have some kind of plan for your wedding planning business – a plan that involves regular reviews, in-the-moment strategies, and overall goals. But what about a mental health plan? After all, mental health is an inherent risk when you embark on entrepreneurship. So why shouldn’t it be a part of your business plan? In this episode of Wedding Industry Insider, we talked about fantastic tools and habits that will help you manage stress,...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Cash flow is a constant concern for business owners. According to Quickbooks, 60% of small business owners say that cash flow has been a problem for their business. Even when you’re making a lot of sales, your business can still be strapped for cash because, as you know from experience, the money from these sales don’t always end up in your bank account in time to pay the monthly bills. Entrepreneurs, especially in start-ups and micro-businesses, who worry about limited cash flow–in other...
5 months ago • 5 min read
