Vacationing In Burnout-ville

The hotel rooms in Burnout-ville are always full …

… full of wrung out, worn out entrepreneurs.

The revolving doors at hotel front entrances are in perpetual motion.

Business is booming!

Unfortunately, it’s a vacation spot completely void of fun activities, swimming pools, shuffleboard, and scenic tours to book.

They have no souvenir shops — no one ever wants to bring back any reminders of their visit.

Talk about gloomy and somber.  

The scenery around town is pretty bleak.

Take a close look at the guests and you’ll notice clearly-defined dark circles under their eyes and people moving about at snail speed.  Guests resemble zombies right out of your favorite science fiction movie.

And the cuisine?

There’s no spice!  You could best describe what they’re serving as bland, dry, tasteless, and unsavory.  

Getting the feeling you’ll want to decline a free ticket to Burnout-ville? 

Beware — most tickets are “one-way” only.

You could easily be the next entrepreneur on your way to Burnout-ville if you are:

  • Saying “yes” to every favor everyone asks of you
  • Not eating properly
  • Allowing 30-minute sessions with your clients to turn into 90 minutes
  • Staying up late and burning the candle at both ends
  • Forgetting there’s a world out there outside of the internet
  • Multi-tasking on multiple days of the week
  • Forcing yourself to blog when you don’t feel like blogging
  • Simultaneously working your way through the last three programs you purchased
  • Stretching yourself and your commitments so thin, you’re like a rubber band about to snap
  • Constantly being distracted and derailed by shiny object syndrome
  • Trying to build your business by yourself and too proud to ask for help
  • Ignoring your family and friends
  • Unable to recall the last time you had any fun

Ever spend any time in Burnout-ville? How did you end up there?

15 Truths Entrepreneurs Would Like To Bury In A Deep Hole

Designing a life that’s right for you by becoming an entrepreneur and creating your own business online is exhilarating, fun, and fulfilling.

No question about it!

But once you step beyond the dreaming, anticipatory butterflies, and planning phases …

The realities of being an independent business owner hit you like the dust storm that just passed through Phoenix, Arizona!

Biggest Truths Entrepreneurs Would Like To Bury In A Deep Hole:

  • Content creation is WORK
  • Social networking is WORK
  • Marketing and advertising is WORK
  • Managing your website is WORK
  • A promotional campaign is WORK
  • Establishing a presence online is WORK
  • Participating in groups and forums is WORK
  • Attracting clients or customers is WORK
  • Finding JV partners is WORK
  • Customer satisfaction is WORK
  • Time management is WORK
  • Product creation is WORK
  • Building a list is WORK
  • Writing and re-writing is WORK
  • Balancing life and business is WORK

As exciting and rewarding as it is to share your expertise with the world by doing what you’re most passionate about …

The benefits and joy of small business ownership are coupled with the Only thing that will bring you success …

Good old fashioned elbow grease!

Over to you:

1)  As you work toward your success, what are you struggling with the most?
2)  What are your greatest strengths as a business builder?  Where do you shine?
3)  What is your next step in growing your business?

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First Ever “No Questions Asked” Interview

Solo Mompreneur exclusive!

Today I’m excited to post an extraordinary interview with Leanne Chesser and Cheryl Wilms of WAHM Solution — my first ever “No Questions Asked” interview.

How is it possible to interview someone without asking any questions?  Not one single question??

Click the WAHM Solution logo below and find out!

 

 

 

I Know You’re Busy

Guest post by Kenneth Weene, PhD

As a married man, semi-retired and with no kids at home, I might seem an unlikely source for good advice to you, a single woman trying to run a business – and especially to those of you who are also moms. You may be among the busiest and most harried people on earth. You are also constantly being evaluated, observed and measured. Your every piece of clothing and accessory can be held against you. Your looks are constantly being judged. Men do have it easier.

So what do I have to offer you? A single word. Balance! I know that deadline is looming. I know that sale has to be made or that presentation given. I know the kid is sick and by the way needs some cupcakes or crudités for the school party. I know your home needs cleaning. I know, I know, I know.

Balance!

Make a graph. Across the top list the important needs, demands, and wants in your life. Once you’ve made the list you may want to arrange it so it goes from most important to least. Don’t forget your relaxation and health. Without taking care of yourself, you won’t get very far for very long. Don’t forget your spiritual needs. Without your sense of serenity you can’t keep your focus clear. Exercise is on that list. Important in itself not just part of health, recreation, and appearance but in itself. Have you added long-term security? You have a future, and so do your kids. Socializing – within the family and with peers, is important. So is looking for a mate if you want one.

When you finish your list come back. [Read more...]

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