What do you do if your self-employed career in Servant Leadership lacks a successful business plan?

In starting a business plan look at what your business would look like if you had unconstrained resources of time and money; then scale down to your current resources. This helps you visualize what your business could be.

Clearly define what you want to achieve with your career in Servant Leadership. Set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals. Consider what makes your approach unique and how it fulfills the needs of your target audience. Also, be sure to engage with other leaders in your field or a business mentor to review your business plan and provide feedback. This insight can be invaluable, as they can offer perspectives you may not have considered. Remember! A successful business plan is not static; it evolves as your business grows and as market conditions change. Regular review and adjustment of your plan are essential to staying relevant and achieving your goals.

To re-kickstart your self-employed career in Servant Leadership, start by reassessing your goals and the needs of your clients. Most coaches focus too much on their services rather than what the industry or the clients need. Update your business plan with a focus on delivering exceptional value through your leadership style based on the client's needs. Networking is key, so connect with professionals in your field for partnerships and advice. Consider offering free teaser workshops or online content to showcase your expertise on LinkedIn. Continuously gather feedback to refine your approach and offerings, ensuring they align with market demands. Invest in marketing strategies that highlight the unique benefits of Servant Leadership.

If you're a Servant Leader, you're already taking an adaptive path. Understand the values that guide you, as these will define you and your decisions. Remember, business plans are meant to be changed. Keep things simple and be willing to explore your interests through different opportunities. If you want to be self-employed, in Servant Leadership, identify your purpose and define the problem and solution. Then, target the right customer, who values your solution. Be selective!

When the guide is serene on her own quest, she's a much more attractive person to come to for advice. The best servant leaders are guided by fulfilling their internal vision in alignment with their life purpose. Vision crafting is as much sorting out what your pathway toward your vision isn't as it is focusing on choosing intentional pieces to pave the way. When taking on a new client, I always offer a personal visioning and alignment session. Then, with that clarity in mind, we craft the vision for their work--the north star of their business. Serene integrity within this grounded vision serves as a magnet, attracting people who are aligned with your purpose and on a similar life journey to walk and serve alongside you.

In this time of digital communications and AI, investing personal time in those you serve and lead is paramount. Relationships, both personal and professional require work and in real life attention to flourish.

Do an annual self assessment of your business and yourself. Take a hard look at what you are doing and make adjustments as needed. Figure out how to maximize your assets and mitigate your weaknesses.

Enthusiasm and ease stem from releasing negativity, fear, anger, judgment, etc. Enthusiasm and ease float joy and opportunity, creating flow within collaboration. Always assume positive intent. Choose your words carefully and with intention. As servant leaders, we're guides on the upward spiral. Some words are inherently violent and diminish the positive work you may be striving to achieve on an energetic level.