Have you ever felt completely lost about what to do next in your business, even though you know you can't keep doing what you've been doing? You're not alone.
In this episode, I share the story of Elena (not her real name), a virtual assistant who looked incredibly successful on paper - great clients, solid income, consistent referrals - but was completely drained by working entire weekends for client events with no additional compensation. Her breaking point led to an important realization: she had outgrown her business model.
Most VAs and OBMs don't get stuck because their business is failing. They get stuck in business models and offers that technically work but slowly drain the life out of them. If you've been feeling guilty for not wanting "good work" anymore, this episode will help you understand that wanting something more aligned isn't selfish, it's growth.
Key Points Covered:
✨ Why feeling guilty about not wanting good work is actually a sign of evolution
✨ The 5 specific signs you've outgrown your current business model
✨ How poor boundaries justify themselves in service-based businesses
✨ Why procrastination might be your nervous system protecting you from misaligned work
✨ The difference between being ungrateful and being ready to grow
✨ A simple 5-category assessment to evaluate where you stand
✨ How to start making strategic shifts without losing your income
If you're ready to stop feeling guilty about outgrowing your current work and start building something that actually fits who you've become, this episode will give you permission to honor your growth and take the next step forward.
Remember: outgrowing your business model isn't something to feel guilty about, it's something to celebrate and respond to.
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