10 Lessons from 10 Years in Business Every Entrepreneur Should Hear
Episode 986: Show Notes
Ten years in business! I say that and have to pinch myself. Over the past decade, I’ve learned lessons I wish I’d known when I started. The kind of game-changing truths that shape not just your business, but your life. I am sharing the 10 most important lessons from my journey as an entrepreneur from letting go of the “perfect decision” myth to learning how to lean into strengths, navigate tough seasons, and celebrate yourself along the way.
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If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re cut out for this, struggled with burnout, or second-guessed your every move, you’ll relate to this episode. I get real about the wins, the setbacks, and the shifts that have made the biggest difference in building a business that actually lasts.
These lessons will help you:
Trust your instincts and stop waiting for the “right” path
Sharpen your strengths instead of wasting energy on weaknesses
Handle feedback without losing confidence
Push through the hard seasons without giving up
Build community so business doesn’t feel lonely
Whether you’re just starting out or celebrating milestones of your own, these insights will give you the encouragement and clarity you need to grow with confidence
The 10 Lessons
Hear these 10 lessons that shaped my first decade as an entrepreneur and can transform the way you approach your own business. You’ll discover
You’re Capable of More Than You Think. [0:02:10]
There’s No Such Thing as a Right or Wrong Decision. [0:04:22]
Not Everyone’s Advice Is Worth Taking. [0:10:27]
Lean Into What Comes Naturally. [0:12:36]
Sharpen Your Strengths, Not Your Weaknesses. [0:13:41]
Hard Seasons Will Come, But You Can Get Through Them. [0:24:27]
Feedback Isn’t a Personal Attack. [0:26:52]
Two Things Can Be True at Once. [0:31:14]
No One Will Celebrate You Unless You Celebrate Yourself. [0:38:14]
Building a Business Doesn’t Have to Be Lonely. [0:42:02]
Quote This
I don’t have to build a business where I’m self-conscious. I can do what I’m great at and I can do it well.
Key Topics:
Business Lessons, Growth, Resilience, Mindset, Strengths, Community
