Hello Reader, Have you experienced failure as a business owner? I have! On both a large and small scale. In August 2020, I exited my thriving group practice prematurely, which is perhaps the biggest business failure I've experienced, but second to that was the Steadicam business my (now ex) husband and I owned in the early 90s. I actually feel worse about that failure than the more recent one. But I've had failed launches and offers and programs many times since I opened my private therapy...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Have you ever found yourself lying awake at night, cycling through numbers and to-do lists, wondering why everything still feels so fragile even when it looks successful? If so, you’re not alone. And there’s nothing wrong with you. The Myth of the Unstoppable Founder There’s a quiet pressure baked into entrepreneurship, especially for women and marginalized folks. It says: you have to hold it all together. Your success proves your worth. Being exhausted just means you’re...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, Have you ever spent hours agonizing over a business decision, only to end up right where you started? This episode explores the challenges of decision-making for entrepreneurs. We discuss: Why business owners often face more difficult decisions than others The impact of overwhelm and decision fatigue on your ability to choose Common causes of indecisiveness Practical strategies to overcome indecision We’ll examine various approaches to improve decision-making skills and maintain...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, When your launch didn't go as planned, it's easy to question everything about your business and yourself. I know. I've been there.What if your "failed" launch isn't evidence of your inadequacy, but actually valuable feedback?In my latest article, I share a gentle path forward that honors both your feelings and your wisdom.Creating space for your emotions before acting is not just self-care, it's smart business strategy.Curious about what business failure recovery actually looks...
about 2 months ago • 5 min read
Hello Reader, Have you ever had this experience? Monday morning, you're riding high: Inbox filled with eager prospects, launch exceeding projections, remembering exactly why you left your 9-to-5. Friday afternoon? Your biggest client cancels without warning, your computer crashes, and you're questioning every decision, thinking: "Maybe I wasn't cut out for this after all." It's not just you. As both a therapist AND business owner, I've lived this rollercoaster. It became personal when I had...
2 months ago • 4 min read
Hello Reader, I was recently a guest on the Goalbusters podcast discussing my favourite topic. As I’m sure you guessed, Robin J Emdon and I talked about the intersection of mental health and business ownership. I shared why business owners face unique mental health challenges and practical ways to navigate the inevitable stress that comes with building something from scratch. Robin and I explored: 🧠 The profound connection between mental health and entrepreneurship ⛈️ Why feeling stressed as...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Do you find yourself always on the look-out for new ways to manage the never-ending stress of entrepreneurship? This episode explores a paradigm shift in how women entrepreneurs can approach stress. We discuss: Why traditional stress management techniques might not be the answer How changing your mindset about stress can improve your business performance Practical strategies for reframing stressful situations It’s not stress itself, but how we think about and respond to it, that...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Behind the scenes, many business owners grapple with the heavy burden of financial stress and its profound impact on their mental health. Does the pressure to succeed, the fear of failure, and the relentless pursuit of your goals leave you feeling overwhelmed and isolated sometimes? Even when things seem to be going well on the surface, the qualities that make entrepreneurs driven and ambitious can also predispose them to mental health struggles. It's a vicious cycle that often...
3 months ago • 8 min read
Hello Reader, Between breaking news, economic uncertainty, and running your business (not to mention raising a family in unprecedented times)... ... anyone else having days where you just wanna rot in bed and watch the same comfort show for hours? Me too. We're collectively going through a lot! So learning to be gentle with yourself is essential. That's why I'm excited for this week's episode of Promote Yourself to CEO with Racheal Cook. I was a client of hers in 2014 and was so grateful and...
3 months ago • 1 min read