I hated my business in 2022.
You may have had a similar feeling, but haven’t felt comfortable saying it. So let me tell you a story…
When I started my business in 2017, I wanted time and freedom. That was my number one goal.
What happened? My business SCALED AND BLEW UP FAST in 2020 & 2021 (yes, during the pandemic). That goal of “time and freedom” turned into just doing the most:
- Bi-weekly events
- Going on Facebook and IG live every day
- AND having meals with my phone and laptop
And, of course, after 2 years of doing all the things, I burned out. I was SO burned out that I would cry randomly throughout the day.
I’m not here to call you out, I’m here to call you into yourself so you can stop using the addiction of working all the time to acknowledge and start taking steps to create a more aligned LIFE.
To put your life first and figure out how to realign your business around it.
What We Cover in This Episode:
- Understand what you want out of your life.
- Consider therapy, especially EMDR, to address personal blocks affecting your business.
- Reassess your life goals and business activities – do more of what lights you up.
- Ensure your business aligns with your personal life and goals.
If you would like to see how to work with me to create a more sustainable life where you can be more present with yourself and create your own checklist of success that’s not created by society and loved ones, then schedule a complimentary legacy business and career review at elainelou.com/call
Related Podcast Episodes
Episode 11. Identity Crisis? How to Quit or Realign Your business or Career With Your Life
Episode 25. Coaching vs. Therapy: Which One Do You Need with Dr. Nazanin Moali
Episode 66. 4 Steps to Reduce Financial Anxiety with Claudia Rucker
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