Learning how to say “no” to your team is one of the most challenging, but crucial skills to develop as a leader. There is a fine line between providing your staff with the resources they need to perform their work and becoming the bottleneck that stops them from getting anything done. The key to getting… Read More
Tag: mindset shift
Why you need to leverage A.I. in your small business
You became a small business owner because you wanted to be in control of your success, and you knew you could bring more value to others on your own as opposed to working within a company. This mindset has propelled your business’ growth, but with the rise of A.I and automation solutions, it may actually… Read More
How to escape the ‘perfectionist’ trap by redefining your identity
If you’re a business owner or leader, chances are you’ve proclaimed yourself to be a ‘perfectionist’ when it comes to executing and producing results. The pride you have in the work you produce has propelled yours and your business’ success — until it hasn’t. The flip side of being a perfectionist leader is overwhelm, burnout,… Read More
How to set boundaries in a family business
Setting boundaries in a family business or with a close colleague can often feel overwhelming and helpless, especially if you avoid confrontation for the sake of “preserving your relationship.” When my mom and I were working together, it often felt like we spent more time trying to get on the same page than actually working… Read More
How to start setting boundaries without feeling “bad”
As the world of work evolves, and the line between personal and work hours continues to blur, the concept of setting boundaries probably feels completely elusive, especially for business owners and managers. You want to make yourself available to your team (especially if they’re hybrid or remote) and appease your clients, but all this does… Read More
Prepared to delegate? Here are 5 steps to take beforehand
As a business owner and leader, you know how important delegating is to growing your business and team, but letting go of some of these responsibilities may feel daunting. You may be at the point where you’re prepared to delegate, but without a clear plan in place, you may end up feeling even more overwhelmed… Read More
Why you can’t motivate your employees
Figuring out how to engage and motivate your employees is arguably the most challenging aspect of being a business owner and manager. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that they’re just “lazy,” but you’ve likely taught them to be lazy by withholding the one thing that actually drives motivation: ownership. Prior to… Read More
“I need to hire!” 5 questions to consider before you take the leap
Deciding when and who you need to hire is arguably the most challenging part of being a small business owner. Your team must grow with your business, but sometimes, more team members isn’t the better or even the most effective option. When I first took over operations at my family’s insurance agency, things were so… Read More
Delegation: How to “let go” by facing your fear of vulnerability
If you’re a high achiever (and make it a large part of your identity), you’ve likely struggled with asking for help and delegating work to others. You tell yourself that the reason you hesitate to “let go” is because you don’t want it to reflect poorly on you, your team, and your company. This may… Read More
Overachievers: You likely fear responsibility, not failure
Welcome, fellow recovering overachiever. If you’re embarking on a life, business, or career change, and you’re holding yourself back from starting because you think it’ll be a “failure” – I have news for you: you don’t have a fear of failure – you have a fear of responsibility. If you’ve always identified as the “reliable… Read More