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Whatever stage of business growth you’re currently in, you want simple ways you can improve your results.
Maybe it’s making more sales, attracting ideal clients, up-leveling your branding, hosting workshops, affording more team, growing your list and more.
Where most women entrepreneurs struggle is in knowing which activities they should prioritize first and even more importantly, how to hold on to the mindset that it takes when the business you’re juggling on a daily basis doesn’t look (yet) like the business of your dreams.
This is where having a system and the right strategies pays off in a big way.
For example, if you’re not yet consistently making enough money to cover all of your expenses, then your focus is best spent on generating your first 8-10 clients (at new, higher fees), rather than wasting your time on launching a time-consuming project like a membership site.
Keep this in mind: Every time you up-level your business, plan on experiencing a bit of upheaval that can feel like the “business equivalent of hormone imbalance” (LOL). One minute you’ll be super excited and completely clear about your new direction…only to find yourself crying the next minute, wondering what you’ve gotten yourself into.
What I do during this time of up-leveling is to follow 3 simple steps that keep me centered, focused and out of overwhelm. I recommend printing these tips out and pasting them on your computer or bulletin board where they’ll help you make this transformation in your business smooth and exciting!
FIRST: Adopt A New Mindset
My favorite mindset is to ask yourself, “What would a million dollar business woman do?” This is the same question I asked myself the first year I wanted to make a massive shift upwards in my income. The reason it works so beautifully is because it does the work for you, pulling you out of old patterns. Plus it challenges you to think, feel, act and believe as the business woman you want to become.
This mindset strategy worked so well that it helped me get out of frustrating 5-figures and into a 7-figure business in just 2 years! The key is in applying it to everything you do: from decisions, to hiring team, to setting your fees, to hiring personal help such as a house cleaner or babysitting service, and more.
SECOND: Create Consistent Cash Flow
Cash flow is the ruling queen of your business. No matter what stage of your business you’re in, your first step is to decide how much cash you need to create to cover your expenses, including paying yourself, so that you have peace of mind.
The key is to be specific, write the number down, then start looking at the how-to’s. By getting clear on your number first you create a goal for yourself that you can easily track and will inspire you to take decisive, courageous action.
Plus, by getting clear on your number first, you place yourself in a proactive mindset regarding your income (and avoid feeling passive, reactive, or disempowered in any way).
THIRD: Take The Lead In How You Run Your Day (It Determines Your Success)
As you advance from one stage of growing your business to the next, you’ll need to let go of tasks and activities that represent the old you, so that you’re free to take action from the inspired place of the new you that you’re becoming.
My advice? Start your day with the 3 key actions that will bring in new clients, referrals and cash flow. The trick is to decide in advance what these are, write them down and do them first — before answering email, voice mail or visiting social media.
Is Your Mentor Someone Who Is Already Where You Aspire To Be?
Women are energetic sponges for the people they surround themselves with. Which means it’s critical for you to invest spending time with a mentor who attracts other ambitious women entrepreneurs like you. By surrounding yourself with others who are continuously pulling themselves forward, you’ll begin stepping up and reaching your potential!
