November Preview: Support the Business That Supports You!

October reminded us that life does not always follow the calendar.

We talked about stepping away when family needs you, creating a backup plan, and returning without trying to catch up all at once.

This month, we are taking that conversation one step further:

What if support was part of how your business runs—not something you reach for only when everything becomes too much?

Welcome to November. This month is about making your business a little easier to carry.

You do not have to do everything yourself

Whether you are a wellness professional, beauty business owner, musician, or vocal coach, there is more to your work than the time you spend with clients, students, or audiences.

There are messages, schedules, supplies, invoices, payments, projects, and decisions that follow you home.

If you work solo, you may be holding all of it yourself. If you have a small team, you may still be the person everyone needs before anything can move forward.

November’s theme is support—through clearer systems, thoughtful commitments, practical money habits, and help that does not require you to reach a breaking point first.

Here is what we will explore

Week 1: You Don’t Have to Wait Until You’re Overwhelmed to Get Support

We will look at what keeps falling behind, what truly needs your expertise, and where one small change could make your week lighter.

Support might mean handing off bookkeeping, creating a repeatable process, or giving a team member clearer decision-making authority. It does not have to mean hiring a whole new team.

Week 2: Before You Say Yes, Check Your Capacity

An open appointment slot is not the same as available energy.

We will look beyond the booking itself to the preparation, cleanup, travel, communication, and follow-up it requires—so you can make commitments that respect your capacity and your team’s.

Week 3: Give Your Money a Plan Before the Year-End Rush

Before adding another purchase, promotion, workshop, or project, we will pause to look at what is already financially committed.

This is about knowing what is available, what is due, and what needs to wait—not making every decision from the number in your bank account.

Week 4: November Wrap—Gratitude Is Good. Support Makes It Tangible.

We will close the month by noticing what helped and deciding what to carry forward.

You can appreciate your clients and still need boundaries. You can value your team and still need better processes. You can love your business and still want it to require less of you.

Start with one question

Before we get into the weekly posts, finish this sentence:

“My business would feel easier to run if I had more support with…”

Be specific. Scheduling? Bookkeeping? Client communication? Team decisions? Knowing what you can afford?

You do not need to solve it all today. Just name it.

October was about making room for real life.

November is about putting support in place so that room does not disappear the moment things get busy again.

Keep IT Sunny~

End-of-Summer Check-In: What Needs to Change Before Fall?

You have protected some time. You have started noticing what helps you feel more like yourself. Now it is time for a gentle business check-in.

The end of summer is a useful pause point. Fall often brings a new wave of activity: more client demands, family responsibilities, school schedules, year-end planning, and the pressure to finish strong. Before that wave arrives, ask yourself a more meaningful question than, “How can I do more?”

Ask: What needs to change so this business does not cost me too much?

This is not an invitation to criticize yourself. It is an opportunity to listen to the information your business has been giving you all year.

Audit your offers, money, and support

Set aside an hour this week and review these three areas.

Your offers: Which services are profitable, aligned, and energizing? Which ones create confusion, scope creep, or stress? You may not need to eliminate everything draining you, but you may need clearer boundaries, new pricing, or better systems.

Your money: Are you paying yourself consistently? Are your prices supporting the time and expertise involved? Is there a recurring expense, subscription, or financial habit that no longer makes sense? Financial clarity is a form of self-care because it gives you choices.

Your support: Where are you doing too much alone? This might be a task that can be automated, delegated, documented, or simply done less often. Support can also mean asking for help, joining a community, or being honest with a client about what is and is not possible.

Notice the quiet burnout signals

Burnout is not always dramatic. Sometimes it looks like procrastinating on work you once enjoyed. It looks like dreading messages, constantly running behind, or needing an entire weekend to recover from the workweek.

Pay attention to what is quietly draining you. Your body and your resistance may be pointing toward a necessary business decision.

Choose one change to make before fall. It might be updating your client communication policy, raising a rate for new clients, setting a tighter scope of work, or taking one service off the menu.

You do not need a complete reinvention. You need one meaningful adjustment that makes the next season more sustainable.

Next week, we’ll bring the series together and turn what you noticed into an intention for a business that respects your energy.

Keep IT Sunny~

Creative Self-Care for People Who Care for Everyone Else!

Last week, we started protecting the calendar. This week, let’s talk about what happens in the space you create.

When you are used to taking care of clients, family, employees, and everyone else who needs something, “self-care” can sound like one more responsibility you are failing to complete. You may picture expensive spa days, elaborate routines, or an entire free weekend that simply does not exist.

But self-care does not have to be big to be real.

For a busy business owner, self-care can be a small practice that helps you return to yourself between responsibilities. It can be five minutes of quiet before opening your inbox. It can be a playlist that changes the energy of your afternoon. It can be a walk around the block after a difficult client call.

The goal is not to create a perfect routine. The goal is to stop treating your own needs like an afterthought.

Make it personal and practical

Think less about what self-care is “supposed” to look like and more about what actually helps you feel grounded, energized, or cared for.

Try one of these:

• Create a “workday reset” playlist for transitions between clients or tasks.

• Make your morning drink a small ritual: no phone, no multitasking, just a few minutes for yourself.

• Step outside for five minutes before responding to a message that triggers stress.

• Keep a short list of meals, snacks, or simple comforts that make busy weeks easier.

• Add a recurring “what do I need?” reminder to your calendar.

• End your workday by writing down what is complete, instead of carrying it mentally into the evening.

These practices may sound small because they are small. That is why they are more likely to fit into a full life.

A different definition of self-care

Self-care is not always relaxing. Sometimes it is preparing tomorrow’s lunch. Sometimes it is saying no to a last-minute request. Sometimes it is reviewing your bank balance instead of avoiding it. Sometimes it is going to bed instead of trying to solve one more problem.

The best form of self-care is often the one that reduces future stress.

This week, choose one small ritual that feels realistic enough to repeat. Keep it simple. Let it support the boundaries you began setting last week.

Next week, we’ll zoom out and assess the business itself: what is working, what is draining you, and what needs to change before fall gets busy.

Keep IT Sunny~

Protect Your Calendar, Protect Your Energy!

Your calendar is more than a list of appointments. It is a record of what your business expects from you—and, sometimes, what other people have learned they can expect from you.

If you’re the person clients call when something is urgent, the one who fills every open spot, or the one who answers messages late because you “just want to get it handled,” your schedule may be carrying more than your actual capacity.

That does not mean you are disorganized or uncommitted. It often means you care deeply. But caring without boundaries eventually turns into exhaustion, resentment, and a business that only works when you are constantly available.

This week, take a gentle look at what is already on your plate.

A quick calendar reality check

Open your calendar and ask:

• Which appointments genuinely move my business or clients forward?

• Which tasks take more energy than I planned for?

• Where am I leaving no transition time between meetings?

• What “emergencies” are actually preventable with better expectations?

• When do I have time to think, rest, eat, or finish the work I promised to deliver?

You do not need to overhaul your entire schedule today. Start with one humane shift.

Maybe that looks like blocking 30 minutes after client calls. Maybe it means choosing one day you do not take meetings. Maybe it means changing your response-time expectation from “immediately” to “within one business day.”

A protected calendar is not a sign that you care less. It is a structure that helps you care sustainably.

Try this this week

Choose one boundary that makes your workweek feel more realistic:

“I will not schedule client calls back-to-back.”

“I will stop checking messages after 6:00 p.m.”

“I will reserve Friday afternoons for wrap-up and planning.”

Small boundaries create proof: your business can continue without every moment being available for someone else’s urgency.

Next week, we’ll build on this idea by looking at self-care that fits real life—not another item on your to-do list.

Keep IT Sunny~

August: The Calm Before the Next Wave~

August: The Calm Before the Next Wave

We’re in that weird liminal space.

Summer isn’t over, but you can feel the next season creeping in—back‑to‑school, fall events, holiday bookings, tours, launches, all of it. Historically, this is when a lot of pros start thinking, “I’ll just push through and figure it out later.”

You and I both know how that story ends: exhausted, resentful, and wondering why your work that’s supposed to be healing, expressive, and beautiful feels like a grind.

This August, we’re doing it differently.

What This Month Is Really About

I’m treating August as a soft reset for your energy.

Not a brand‑new system, not a 47‑step plan. Just honest, grounded check‑ins with three things that shape how your business feels to live in:

• Your calendar and boundaries – how your days actually look and feel.

• Your creative self‑care – what you’re doing to refill the well you keep drawing from.

• Your business choices – the offers, pricing, and support that either drain you or carry you.

And because we’ve already started letting money be a form of self‑care, we’re going to keep weaving in that lens: money as something that supports your energy, not something that demands more of it.

Who This Is For (Yes, You)

This is for the people whose work is literally built on caring and creativity:

• The wellness pros who hold space for everyone else’s nervous systems.

• The beauty pros whose chairs are confessionals and transformation booths.

• The music pros and vocal coaches who keep showing up for lessons, gigs, rehearsals, and studio sessions because the work matters. 

You’re the ones I’m writing to—the pros who don’t just want to “scale,” you want a life and a business that feel decent to live in.

How August Will Unfold

Here’s how I’m breaking down the month:

• Week 1: Protect Your Calendar, Protect Your Energy
  We’ll look at what’s already on your plate and start making tiny, humane boundary shifts—so your schedule reflects your actual capacity, not other people’s emergencies.

• Week 2: Creative Self‑Care for People Who Care for Everyone Else
  We’ll talk about small, realistic practices that match your world: playlists, rituals, moments, not aspirational spa days you don’t have time for.

• Week 3: End‑of‑Summer Check‑In: What Needs to Change Before Fall?
  A gentle audit of your offers, money, and support. What’s working? What’s quietly burning you out? What needs to shift before the next wave hits?

• Week 4: August Wrap: A Business That Respects Your Energy
  We’ll close the loop, name what you changed, and set a simple intention for fall: how you want your business to treat you, not just how you want it to perform.

Why We’re Doing This Now

You don’t need another crisis to force a reset.

You can use a relatively quiet month to make a handful of intentional moves that change how the next season feels. August is giving you that window: long evenings, slower inboxes, just enough breathing room to ask, very honestly:

“What would it look like for my business to respect my energy?”

This series is my way of sitting next to you while you answer that—keeping money in the conversation, but not letting it run the show.

Keep IT Sunny~

Plan Your Capacity Without Burning Out

In the last post, you used your numbers to look at pricing with clearer eyes. Now let’s use that same clarity to plan your capacity—how much you can work, earn, and grow—without burning out your energy or your health.

For wellness, beauty, and music pros, “more clients” doesn’t always mean “better business.” If your calendar is full but you’re exhausted, your capacity plan needs as much love as your prices.

Step 1: Define Your Realistic Weekly Energy Limit

Instead of asking, “How many clients can I squeeze in?”, ask, “How many clients can I sustain?”

• Think about your ideal week:

  • How many client sessions or services feel good, not draining?

  • How many hours do you need for admin, marketing, content, or rest?

• Choose a realistic maximum number of sessions per week that honors your body, creativity, and life outside work.

This becomes your capacity cap—the line that protects you from quietly sliding into burnout.

Step 2: Connect Capacity to Your Numbers

Now bring your finances into the picture:

• Take your current or target monthly revenue (from your clean books).

• Divide it by your realistic number of client sessions per month (not your “if I grind” number).

• The result is the minimum average revenue per session you need to make your numbers work.

If that number is higher than what you currently charge, you have three main levers:

• Raise your prices.

• Adjust your offers (packages, memberships, group work).

• Reduce expenses so you need less revenue to feel supported.

Your capacity and your pricing need to agree with each other—otherwise, you’ll always feel like you have to overbook to keep up.

Step 3: Map Your Month Around Your Best Energy

Use what you know about your energy and your cash flow:

• Block out your non-negotiables first (rest days, creative time, personal appointments).

• Then place your ideal number of client sessions on the days/times you show up your best.

• Avoid “patchwork weeks” where you’re squeezing people in everywhere; that kind of schedule looks full on paper but drains you faster.

This simple mapping turns your capacity from a vague idea into an intentional rhythm: “These are my client days, this is my admin time, this is my recovery.”

Step 4: Let Your Numbers Support Your Boundaries

Once you know:

• How many sessions you can sustain, and

• What you need to earn each month

…your clean books become support for your boundaries, not something that pushes you to override them.

If someone asks, “Can you squeeze me in?” you’re not just saying no on a feeling—you’re honoring the plan that keeps you profitable and well. If you see that your income goal and your sustainable capacity still don’t match, you know it’s a strategy question (pricing, offers, expenses), not a “try harder” problem.

You deserve a business that doesn’t demand every ounce of your energy to survive. Using your numbers to plan your capacity is how you grow in a way that feels grounded, sustainable, and kind to your nervous system—not just your bank account.

Keep IT Sunny~

Recovery: Creating Space from Burnout in Your Life and Your Ledger

You can’t recover in the same conditions that burned you out. As a health, wellness, or personal care owner, you spend all year holding space for everyone else, and by December, your nervous system is often running on fumes. Inspired by the Reflection–Recovery–Renewal lens from Watson, this week is all about recovery—stepping out of constant “go mode” so your body and brain can finally exhale.

Recovery starts with telling the truth: you cannot keep operating at full speed and expect to feel well. That means looking not just at your schedule and energy, but also at your money. When your books are behind or disorganized, there’s a constant hum of “I really should clean that up” in the background. Even when you’re off the clock, part of you is still worrying about taxes, cash flow, or what you might be missing.

This is where clean, organized books become a recovery tool. When your financials are up to date and cared for, they stop being something you avoid and start becoming something that supports you. Clear numbers reduce anxiety and decision fatigue: you know what’s coming, what you can afford, and what needs attention—without guesswork. That clarity helps your nervous system settle, so you can actually rest during the holidays instead of mentally juggling bills and spreadsheets.

Think of it like physical therapy for your finances: slow, steady alignment that lets everything function with less strain. Recovery is not laziness; it’s leadership. By giving your business the structure it needs—on paper and in your books—you permit yourself to heal from the pace you’ve been keeping. Next week, in Renewal, you’ll use this new sense of space to step into the new year with more focus, better boundaries, and numbers you can trust.

Keep IT Sunny~

Setting Healthy Boundaries: Practical Tools for Solopreneurs

If you’ve been following along, you know we recently explored how burnout can sneak up on solopreneurs, showing up as exhaustion, lack of motivation, and even self-sabotage. We talked about the importance of recognizing these signs early and taking that crucial first step: making self-care a non-negotiable part of your routine. By doing so, you can protect both your passion and your business.

Today, let’s take it a step further and talk about one of the most powerful burnout prevention strategies: setting healthy boundaries. Boundaries aren’t just about saying “no,” they’re about honoring your own needs so you can show up as your best self in your work and relationships.

Why Boundaries Matter

Healthy boundaries protect your time, energy, and well-being. Without them, it’s easy to become overwhelmed, resentful, or burned out, especially when you’re running your own business and wearing all the hats.

Practical Tools for Setting Healthy Boundaries

1. Know Your Limits
Start by identifying what makes you feel stressed, overwhelmed, or uncomfortable. Notice situations where you feel drained or taken advantage of—these are clues about where boundaries are needed.

2. Communicate Clearly and Assertively
Use “I” statements to express your needs without blaming others. For example: “I need uninterrupted time between 9 and 11 a.m. to focus on client work.” Be specific and direct, but also respectful.

3. Be Consistent
Once you set a boundary, stick to it. If you waver, it sends mixed signals and makes it harder for others to respect your limits. Consistency builds trust and reinforces your commitment to your well-being.

4. Start Small
If you’re new to boundary-setting, begin with something manageable, like blocking off 30 minutes a day for lunch or turning off notifications after work hours. Small wins build confidence and make it easier to set bigger boundaries over time.

5. Revisit and Adjust as Needed
Your needs may change as your business grows. Regularly reflect on what’s working and what’s not, and don’t be afraid to adjust your boundaries as needed.

6. Practice Self-Care
Remember, boundaries are a form of self-care. Prioritizing your own needs isn’t selfish it’s essential for long-term success and happiness

Setting healthy boundaries is an ongoing practice, but each step you take helps you reclaim your time, energy, and joy as a solopreneur. Start small, be consistent, and remember: you deserve to be respected by others and by yourself.

Keep IT Sunny!

Stay Energized: Burnout Prevention Tips Every Solopreneur Needs

If you missed my last post, here’s a quick recap: Burnout is a real risk for solopreneurs, especially when you love what you do. It often shows up as constant tiredness, less excitement for your business, trouble focusing, or even physical symptoms like headaches and insomnia. Left unchecked, burnout can lead to self-sabotage, procrastination, self-doubt, and neglect of self-care. But the good news is, you can break the cycle by making self-care a priority, even if it’s just 15 minutes a day. Recognizing the signs early and acting on them can help you stay energized and protect your business and your passion.

Now, let’s talk about going beyond just taking breaks. Preventing burnout isn’t just about stepping away from your desk—it’s about building habits that support your long-term well-being.

• Prioritize Self-Care: Make time for activities that nourish your body and mind exercise, meditation, or hobbies.

• Delegate or Outsource: Identify tasks that others can handle, even if it’s just hiring a virtual assistant for a few hours a week.

• Celebrate Your Wins: Take time to acknowledge your achievements, no matter how small.

• Reflect and Reset: Use the summer solstice as a moment to reflect on your progress and set new intentions for the months ahead.

By weaving these habits into your routine, you’ll be setting yourself up for sustainable success, both in your business and in your life.

Keep IT Sunny~

Burnout Warning Signs—and the Simple Step That Can Save Your Solopreneur Journey

Burnout is a silent adversary for many solopreneurs. When you’re deeply passionate about your work, it’s easy to ignore the warning signs until exhaustion takes over. But recognizing burnout early is crucial—not just for your business, but for your well-being.

Common Signs of Burnout

• Persistent exhaustion, even after rest

• Reduced motivation or enthusiasm for your business

• Difficulty concentrating or making decisions

• Feeling detached or cynical about your work

• Physical symptoms like headaches, insomnia, or frequent illness

If you see yourself in these symptoms, you’re not alone. Burnout can affect anyone, especially those who pour their heart into their work.

How Burnout Leads to Self-Sabotage

Burnout doesn’t just sap your energy—it can also lead to self-sabotage. When you’re running on empty, you might:

• Procrastinate on important tasks

• Doubt your abilities or decisions

• Set unrealistic goals and then feel defeated when you can’t meet them

• Neglect self-care, believing you don’t have time for it

This cycle can erode your confidence and make it even harder to regain your momentum. Left unchecked, burnout can turn your passion into a source of stress, undermining your business from within.

One First Step to Regain Your Balance as a Solopreneur

The good news: burnout isn’t inevitable. The first step to regaining your balance is to pause and prioritize self-care. This doesn’t have to mean a week-long vacation. Start small—schedule just 15 minutes a day for something that recharges you, whether it’s a walk, meditation, or simply stepping away from your workspace to breathe. I simply set an alarm on my phone to remind myself to get up and take a 15-minute soul break.

By making self-care a non-negotiable part of your routine, you send yourself a powerful message: your well-being matters as much as your business. This simple shift can help you break the cycle of burnout and self-sabotage, allowing you to reconnect with the passion that inspired you to become a solopreneur in the first place.

Burnout is a real challenge, but it’s one you can overcome. Recognize the signs, take action early, and remember—protecting your energy is the best investment you can make in your business and yourself.

Keep IT Sunny~

Solopreneur Summer Solstice: Beat Burnout, Set Boundaries, and Shine Brighter

Happy June to You!

Summer Solstice is just around the corner—a time that symbolizes renewal, abundance, and balance. As solopreneur service-based business owners, we have the opportunity to bring that same energy into our work and lives. But to truly thrive, we need to be mindful of our well-being and avoid the trap of burnout.

How are you feeling as you juggle all the responsibilities that keep your business running smoothly? It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle, but practicing self-care is essential. When you take care of yourself, you’re better prepared to seize new opportunities and keep your business moving forward.

This month, we’ll explore how to recognize the signs of burnout, share practical tools for setting healthy boundaries, and introduce simple burnout prevention strategies. Consider this series your go-to guide—one you might even want to print and pin to your corkboard for easy reference.

As we progress, you’ll also discover ways to build meaningful connections, keep your finances on track, and grow your business with intention and joy. For now, take a moment to celebrate everything you’ve accomplished so far—and get ready to soak up the abundant energy of the summer solstice!

Keep it sunny~

Power Through the Slump: 10 Productivity Hacks Every Small Business Owner Needs

As a small business owner, productivity slumps can feel like a roadblock to success. Whether it's burnout, distractions, or simply feeling overwhelmed, these dips in motivation are normal—but they don’t have to derail your progress. This month, let’s explore actionable strategies to break through those slumps and reclaim your productivity.

1. Identify the Root Cause

Before tackling a slump, pinpoint its source. Is it physical exhaustion, stress, or distractions? Addressing the root cause—whether through better sleep, hydration, or organizing your workspace—can help you regain focus.

2. Set Clear and Achievable Goals

Having clear goals provides direction and motivation. Start by envisioning where you want your business to be in a month or year. Break this vision into smaller, measurable goals (e.g., increasing sales by 10% this quarter) and track progress daily.

3. Prioritize Tasks Strategically

Feeling overwhelmed often stems from juggling too many tasks. Use tools like the Eisenhower Matrix to prioritize based on urgency and importance. Focus on completing three key tasks each day to build momentum and avoid burnout.

4. Delegate and Automate

You don’t have to do it all yourself! Delegate routine tasks to your team and automate repetitive processes like email marketing or payroll management. This frees up time for high-value activities that grow your business.

5. Take Breaks and Recharge

Productivity isn’t about working nonstop—it’s about working smart. Short breaks throughout the day can refresh your mind and boost energy levels. Consider stepping outside for a walk or stretching during coffee breaks.

6. Minimize Distractions

Distractions are productivity killers. Turn off notifications, use website blockers, and set boundaries between work and personal time. A clean workspace and focused schedule can make a big difference.

7. Celebrate Small Wins

Recognizing accomplishments—even minor ones—can reignite motivation. Whether it’s completing a challenging task or hitting a weekly sales target, celebrating success keeps you and your team inspired.

8. Use Productivity Tools

Leverage technology to stay organized and efficient. Tools like Trello for project management, Slack for communication, and QuickBooks for accounting can streamline operations and save valuable time.

9. Stay Flexible

If something isn’t working, adapt! Whether it’s shifting marketing strategies or reworking your schedule, flexibility allows you to overcome obstacles and seize new opportunities.

10. Practice Self-Care

Your well-being is essential for productivity. Eat healthily, stay hydrated, exercise regularly, and make time for hobbies outside of work. A balanced lifestyle helps maintain energy and focus in the long run.

Productivity slumps are temporary setbacks that every entrepreneur faces—but with the right strategies, you can overcome them effectively. Implement these tips to stay motivated, organized, and ready to tackle challenges head-on!

Keep IT Sunny~

March Forward: Tips for Financial Clarity, Boosted Productivity, and Goal Achievement

Hello Visionary Entrepreneurs!

As we dive into March 2025, it's hard to believe how quickly the year is unfolding. This month brings two significant events: the onset of Daylight Saving Time and the arrival of Spring. While opinions about DST vary, let's focus on what we can control—our businesses and productivity.

This Month's Focus:

1. Spring Cleaning Your Finances: As Spring begins, it's the perfect time to refresh and organize your business finances. We'll explore practical tips to help you streamline your financial management and set your business up for success.

2. Overcoming Productivity Slumps: We've all experienced those moments when motivation seems elusive. This month, we'll discuss strategies to boost productivity and help you break through any slumps that might be holding you back.

3. Revisiting Your Q1 Goals: With the first quarter coming to a close, it's time to reflect on your progress and adjust your goals for the next quarter. We'll share insights on how to set SMART goals and stay on track to achieve them.

Stay tuned for actionable advice and personal insights to help you grow your business and thrive in the new season! Don’t forget to change those clocks.

Keep IT Sunny~

Are You In A Business Rut?

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Picture this: You are a new business owner. You are filled with excitement at the idea that you are going to be your own boss and call the shots. You have so many creative thoughts that you are ready to put into action. Your customers are great and they pay you well. You are making more money & experiencing more freedom.

Life is beautiful~

Well, that was your first few years in business and now it is year 4 or 5 or even more and you have hit the wall. The ideas are not there like they used to be and you are overwhelmed with all the work that you have to do to keep up with demand.

Life is not so great~

You are in a business rut my friend. That is the bad news. But the good news is that you can climb out of that hole and get back to living the good business owner life. Check out some tips below to see how:

Go back to the basics - Revisit “your why” which is the reason you began your business journey in the first place. If you are looking for more insight into “your why” check out this TED Talk here by Simon Sinek.

Maybe it is time to rebrand your business - If your brand is outdated or just needs a little bit of sprucing up then this could be just the thing to get you reinvigorated. Check out this article to learn how to do it.

Take a vacation - You might just need a break to collect your thoughts, rediscover yourself and chill out.

We all get into a funk from time to time and that’s OKAY. Just don’t live there for too long. Check out some of the tips above to get the pep back into your step.

Keep It Sunny~

Welcome To The Month Of February!

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The month of love. Do you love your business right now?

If not do not fret.

This month we will take a look at how to get out of the business ownership funk and how to get better organized so that everything flows nicely. I hope you will come along for the journey.

Keep IT Sunny!

Tools You Can Use To Create More Peace!

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I am so busy these days and I am sure you are too. I am always looking for apps and life hacks to make things more manageable. Here are a few that I stumbled upon that I use:

The Calm App - I use this app faithfully at night to help wind down my mind and body. It really works.

Teamwork PM - This is my go-to project management tool for running my business in the cloud.

Chill Background Music - I love listening to Aura Relax on Youtube and Hawaiian Cafe. It keeps me calm and focused on the task at hand.

I hope these tools help you to create more balance in your business and life.

Keep IT Sunny!

Be Quiet

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Growing up we probably all were told by our parents to go to our room if we disobeyed them or to just be quiet if we were talking too much. The ultimate punishment was to have all your toys taken away for a period of time and to be grounded. What might seem like a form of punishment in those childhood years now appears to be just the thing we need to do as grown-ups and more so as entrepreneurs to get reenergized. Today I was listening to a sermon by Pastor Charles Stanley about how to be quiet and still. He made a lot of good points and observations that resonated with me. He described the different methods we use to try to get quiet which I think are very useful to implement as we seek to regain our energy and focus toward being successful entrepreneurs. Here are a few ideas:

• Go for a walk

• Go to the woods and be still

• Go to the beach

These are not new ideas but gentle reminders that it is necessary to seek out quiet time daily to calm our minds down, slow our breathing, and to take capture any thoughts that are negative. When we do this a burst of renewed energy and enthusiasm for life will appear. This will filter down into our businesses and help us to get back to doing what we love with a new purpose.

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Are You Burning The Candle At Both Ends?

Now that tax time is over it is time to breathe in and out:)

It’s also time to take a pulse check to see if you are still on course for reaching your goals in your business?

If you need a little motivation check out a previous post I wrote about this very topic.

I also want to invite you to go have some fun. All work and no play well we all know how that story ends…lol

If you need a little motivation in this area check out what I wrote about this a few blog posts ago.

Keep It Sunny!