The Happiness Advantage: Boosting productivity and overall results for business owners

When you’re focused on creating new results in business (or any area of life for that matter), it's not uncommon to put your head down and go balls to the wall until you achieve it. The challenge with this is, your life continues to pass you by while your head is down and you’re working away.?

I get it.?

You’re riding the same dynamic, ever-evolving, reality roller-coaster of business ownership my clients are on. A ride where every decision carries weight and opportunities are constantly competing for your time and attention.

You catch yourself saying things like:?

• “Oh I’ll spend more time with my wife/husband once I get our sales numbers up.”
• “I’ll make it up to my kids (or grandkids) when this next big deal closes.”
• “I have to spend a few hours this weekend getting caught up at the office.”
• “I’ll start getting back to the gym as soon as XYZ project is done.”??
• “I’ll get that Dr’s appointment scheduled next quarter when our team is fully staffed again.”

Any of those sound familiar?

Success doesn’t have to be an all or nothing experience.?

You can create a win/win experience for yourself when you start doing what I’m about to share.?

Curiosity piqued??

Keep reading.

In fact, what I’m going to share here is how to stay focused and intentional on the goal, while also ensuring you're carving out a little time to enjoy what lights you up along the way!

What most people don’t realize is there's one very important, often overlooked, ingredient of success that spells the difference between thriving and merely surviving…?

Happiness?

Yes, you heard it right – happiness isn't just a fluffy emotion; it's a powerhouse that can literally transform our businesses, teams, and overall success. Let me share with you the valuable and often contagious benefits of happiness for business owners.

Relationships Blossom:

• Imagine a boardroom alive with positivity, where interactions sparkle with warmth and teams exude a camaraderie of your favorite sports team growing up, or maybe it was your sorority/fraternity.?
• Research confirms what we've always known deep down – happier people are magnets for meaningful connections. In the world of business, this translates to stronger partnerships, loyal clients, and a cohesive team.?
• When leaders prioritize happiness, they create an environment where trust and collaboration flourish, setting the stage for shared success.

Productivity Takes Flight:

• Have you ever noticed how your most productive days coincide with your happiest moods? There's real magic in that alignment. Positivity fuels productivity. As business owners, our ability to innovate, strategize, and execute hinges on our mental state.?
• By fostering a culture of happiness within our teams, we tap into a wellspring of creativity and drive, propelling productivity to soar.

Health Becomes a Wealth of Well-being:

• In the hustle and bustle of business ownership, health often takes a backseat. What if I told you that happiness could be the cornerstone of a healthier lifestyle? Studies reveal a compelling link between happiness and health behaviors. Happier individuals are more likely to prioritize self-care, from regular exercise routines to mindful eating habits.?
• By championing well-being, we not only optimize our performance as business owners but also set an example for our team members to follow suit.

Immune Functioning Gets a Boost:

• On the ride of entrepreneurship, a robust immune system is our secret weapon. Here's where happiness steps in as our unsung hero. Research suggests that happier individuals boast resilient immune functioning, warding off illnesses and bouncing back from setbacks with gusto.?
• By fostering a positive work environment, we bolster our team's defenses, ensuring they remain healthy, focused, and ready to tackle any challenge head-on.

Longevity Beckons with a Wink:

• Who wouldn't want to extend their stay on this magnificent planet? Well, happiness holds the keys to a longer, more fulfilling journey. Insights from the United Nations World Happiness Report unveil a compelling correlation between happiness and lifespan.?
• By embracing happiness as a guiding principle in both our personal and professional lives, we not only enhance our quality of life but also increase our odds of enjoying a longer, joy-filled existence.

WOW! Good stuff, isn’t it?

Could you handle a little more happiness in your life?

What about your office, think things may run a little more efficiently and productively with more happiness in your team meetings and all around?

As I wrap this up, I invite you to pause for a moment and reflect on the following:?

• Have you stopped to ponder what happiness truly means to you??
• Who are the people that leave you feeling uplifted and inspired??
• What are the activities and experiences that bring a genuine smile to your face and JOY to your heart? From big vacations to a twinkling candle or fresh flowers to your favorite concert - it is not about an extravagant length of time or being the most expensive, rather the moment that leaves you feeling happy, regardless of time or price. ?

This picture represents some of the people, things and experiences that bring me happiness and JOY.

Give yourself the gift of more happiness (aka Fun and JOY) – create a list of 20 things that ignite joy within you, you know the things that put a smile on your face or give you the warm fuzzies. ????

Once you've compiled this treasure list of happiness, make a commitment to weave at least 1 or 2 of these golden nuggets into your weekly routine next week. Whether it's engaging in activities you adore or spending quality time with cherished loved ones, prioritize the continual pursuit of happiness in your life.?

And if you're a leader seeking to ignite positive change within your team, lead by example – encourage your team members to make their own list and prioritize some time for a couple of their golden nuggets of happiness too.

Lastly, if you are the owner of a service-based business and you want to grow your business in 2024 - meaning your team, your systems, your client list, your profits and really step into your highest leadership potential…?

Let’s set aside 30-45 minutes in the next week for us to meet face-to-face (compliments of zoom) and explore if working together is a fit and the best next step for you and your growth goals.?

Imagine the added benefits of having a seasoned business growth strategist like myself in your corner, guiding you through the bottlenecks in your business - while simultaneously multiplying your investment by at least 10X or more!?

Let’s turn your bottlenecks into breakthroughs!?

Schedule your exclusive Bottleneck to Breakthrough Call with me and claim your spot for accelerated growth…more profits, more free time and more FUN - this year.?

Don't wait- get it booked now: Bottleneck to Breakthrough Call - 45min

~ Dana