Sometimes we need to stop and think about what life is teaching us.
Today, I want to share four big lessons I’ve learned lately about running my business. These lessons really opened my eyes and helped me grow.
Lesson 1: Having the Right Mindset Makes a Big Difference
I always thought I was good at learning new things. But lately, I noticed I kept telling myself “I can’t” about some parts of my business. That’s what experts call a “fixed mindset” – when we think we can’t change or improve. Now I’m working on believing in myself more and knowing I can make positive changes. That’s called a “growth mindset.”
Lesson 2: Small Goals Can Lead to Big Wins
Life gets busy and messy sometimes. When that happens, it’s okay to think smaller. Instead of setting huge goals, I’ve started setting little ones I know I can reach. Each small win helps me feel more confident. Then I can slowly work up to bigger things.
Lesson 3: It’s Fine to Be a Beginner
Even though I’ve run my business for over 16 years, I still have lots to learn. Sometimes I think I should have everything figured out by now. But that’s not true! It’s okay to be a beginner at new things, even when you’re over 50. Learning keeps life exciting.
Lesson 4: Business is Like an Experiment
I used to worry so much about making the “perfect” choice in my business. Now I see that most decisions aren’t set in stone. We can try things out and make changes if they don’t work. Sometimes a small change in how we do things can make a big difference.
What I’ve Learned from All This
These lessons have really changed how I look at my business. Now I know it’s okay to:
- Keep trying even when things feel hard
- Start small
- Learn new things at any age
- Make mistakes and adjust my plans
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If you’re running your own business, maybe you’re learning some of these lessons too. Remember, there’s no rule that says you have to do everything perfectly. Just take one small step at a time.
I’d love to hear what lessons you’re learning in your business journey!
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Marta Goertzen is a Gentle Business Coach and founder of Selah Studios, host of the Doing Business Gently podcast. She helps Christian women entrepreneurs over 50 rediscover who they’ve become, realign their business to match, and fall in love with their work again, gently, at their pace, without starting over. As an avid photographer and lover of the outdoors, she daily explores the trails and beaches of the South Central Oregon Coast with her dog Mochi in tow. Take the free Business Alignment Audit as your gentle first step, a way to pause, get honest, and see clearly where you and your business are right now: https://SelahStudios.co/alignmentaudit