Is it Really About the Money?

Have you noticed how as entrepreneurs, we often think that our business has to look one certain way?

• “It has to be hard”

• “I’m the only one who can do this”?

• “I have to work 24/7”

Suddenly, you begin to realize that you’re spending ALL your time in service of others -- giving, helping, prioritizing their needs -- but at the expense of your own lifestyle.

This is where I'd like you to pause and realize:

Your business was supposed to fuel the lifestyle you desire. And if this isn't the case, then it's time to make a serious shift.?

I know this because I experienced this myself in my earlier days as a coach.?

You see, I’m a true introvert. I can be very shy. My entire business was built on me being “on” and “sparkly” 24 hours, 7 days a week.?

It wasn't sustainable and therefore didn’t support who I am.?

So I restructured my week so that Mondays and Fridays are not client-facing days. I run all of my groups on Tuesdays. Tuesday evenings -- I’m useless. However, that means on Wednesdays and Thursdays, I’m freer. This enables me to balance my coaching and manage my energy.?

Another great thing to look at is this:?

What are the demands on your time?

For me, my kids get home at 3 o’clock every day, which makes it difficult to be on calls between 3pm and 6PM, so I realigned my day to be more available to them. This serves my values and my lifestyle.?

Is this giving you some ideas??

I know that these are not small shifts, and it can be scary to make those changes… especially when they bring up all these “What if?” questions, like “what if I lose a client?” and “what if I’m not making enough money?”

We often make it about the money, but I think we can honestly say... it’s not just about the money.

In fact, too many entrepreneurs can’t even tell me how much they really need to run their businesses!

It’s about BELIEVING that it’s possible to make the money you want to make while living the lifestyle you desire, and then doing the foundational work and getting the coaching and mentoring to help you decide what needs to shift.?

Often making these shifts alone can be daunting. If you are BELIEVING that it'll happen “ONE DAY”, and you could use some support, I’m here. All you have to do is book a call.?

~ Shelagh

Shelagh Cummins is a Business Consultant, Corporate Trainer, and Keynote Speaker who helps women entrepreneurs scale a profitable business?to find breakthroughs, cash flow, and joy in their business.

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