I’m excited to share that I was recently featured in an article by CanvasRebel, where I had the opportunity to discuss my entrepreneurial journey.
In the interview, I had the chance to reflect on what I’ve learned along the way and share advice that I wish I had known when starting my own business. I’m grateful to have been able to open up about my experiences and offer insights to fellow entrepreneurs.
“I wish I could go back and tell myself that saying ‘no’ isn’t a bad thing. Sometimes saying ‘no’ opens up better doors and new opportunities that are more in alignment with your values and your mission. So stop living in a scarcity mindset and be confident saying ‘no’ when something doesn’t align.”
One of the key takeaways I shared is the importance of learning to say “no” and being confident in your unique skills and offerings. I also touch on the significance of not comparing your success to others and focusing on progress rather than perfection.
“Be confident in who you are and what you bring to the table… Own what you bring to the table and confidently communicate how that can serve your potential clients. Because when you’re confident, your clients and customers will feel that.”
It was also great to reflect on the path that has led me to where I am today, and the revelations I had along my business journey that reignited my passion in brand strategy.
“I didn’t take the time to flesh out my own brand strategy, business strategy, marketing strategy, etc. I just instantly jumped into ‘how can I help you’ mode for all of the client leads that came my way… So if I could go back and have a pep talk with my early entrepreneur self, I’d say to take the time upfront to reflect on my own brand strategy.”
As a service provider, it’s both humbling and exciting to share my journey and the advice I would give my younger, naïve (and scared, and perfectionistic, and self-doubting … you get the drift) entrepreneur self. If it can inspire even one other service provider who is taking their own leap of faith and starting their business journey, it will be well worth it.
Click here to read the full article on CanvasRebel.
And if you want to share your story on CanvasRebel too, email me and let me know — I’d be happy to share your name and nominate you! CanvasRebel’s mission is to create a space for artists, creatives, and entrepreneurs to be able to learn from their peers through the magic and power of storytelling.