Starting a business can be one of the most rewarding things someone can do. As a financial advisor, I work with business owners regularly—and understand the challenges that can go into doing so, particularly for entrepreneurs of color. These challenges however do not necessarily define those individuals or their businesses.
As an entrepreneur, it can be very easy to fall into patterns of overworking. You make your own hours and you want to succeed, so why wouldn’t you just work all the time? The answer is simple: it’s not good for you. And if you’re not good, your business won’t be either.
Often, it’s an afterthought. You add all business tasks to your calendar before finding free time slots for personal care and spending time with friends and family. Of course, it seems like there is never enough time! Or maybe downtime and self-care are typically a reaction to recognizing burnout symptoms in team members or leaders in the business.
We often find ourselves intrigued by articles and posts that describe the habits of successful people. It’s a valuable practice to reflect on the origins of your definition of success and assess whether you’re actively living in alignment with it.
What if someone out there has lived your story—faced your same challenges—and still found a way to turn vision into victory? Wouldn’t you want to know how they made it happen?
