🙃 8 Lessons Learned In 8 Months Of 2023

Let me spill the beans...

Hey fellow solopreneurs! 🤗

Listen, if there's one thing I adore more than a spontaneous dance break in the middle of the workday (💃), it's whispered dramatically sharing juicy, valuable content for FREE.

Yeah, you heard me! E-books, tweets, newsletters, and, drumroll even videos soon (I know, someone hold my laptop, it's getting real).

But here's the thing.

Among all the types of content I dish out, my favorite is the real, raw, unfiltered behind-the-scenes content.

The messy & ugly stuff.

The "omg, did she really just say that" stuff.

The kind where I share my trials, errors, and the occasional dad joke (hey Dad, I see you here! 😂).

So, as we wave goodbye to August soon and strut into September, let's talk 8 lessons from the 8 fabulous months of 2023:

1️⃣ - Done > Perfect.

Every. Single. Time. As businesses flourish, so does our inner perfectionist.

It's like an annoying pop-up ad that just won’t go away.

But perfectionism? It's a progress killer.

Plus, it’s so subjective… impossible to please everyone here!

So, launch that product, write that post, dance that dance—even if it’s a bit wobbly.

2️⃣ - Embrace the Hate!

There will always be critics.

& that’s okay.

You can always thank them for the engagement they create!

Authenticity is our North Star.

Why serve diluted content when you can serve it straight-up, with a twist of sass?

3️⃣ - Just Ask!

Ever heard the saying, "Close mouths don't get fed?"

Either you get what you want, or a learning experience.

But you won’t know unless you ask.

4️⃣ - It's Not Over 'Til It's Over.

Sure, there were ups and downs, but 2023?

It's OUR year. 4 more months to make magic happen.

Time to grab opportunities by the collar and say, "You're coming with me!"

5️⃣ - Captain of the Ship Vibes.

Stepping into the CEO shoes (they're so comfortable flip-flops this summer, by the way) has been exhilarating.

From devising strategies, & creating my coaching offers, to navigating unforeseen obstacles—it's a ride I’m here for!

6️⃣ - Bold Moves Only.

Ever felt like you’re not growing?

The breakthrough is just outside your comfort zone.

Dive deep, take risks, shake things up!

I have already done more call on X from my entire solopreneurship journey & already done one interview!

7️⃣ - Evolve or Stay Stuck.

Some beliefs are like old shoes: comforting, but they don't quite fit anymore.

Time to update the mental wardrobe and step into some new beliefs!

Remember: you are capable of anything 💛

8️⃣ - Mind Matters.

Guarding my mental fortress is KEY.

Recognizing burnout signals and prioritizing self-care isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity.

Success is a marathon, not a sprint, so let's stay mentally fit.

Especially for the next weeks: I need to jungle with my business, my coaching, my daily life, my move & family… There will be a lot!

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Wrapping it up whether you're lounging on a hammock (just like me when writing this edition) or conquering boardrooms (or perhaps nailing the art of doing both 🍹), let’s savor every moment, lesson, and opportunity 2023 brings our way.

Keep shining! ✨

Marlene 🤗

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