Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business

248 - What If You’re the One Holding YOU Back?


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What does five years of podcasting teach you about life, business, and legacy?

In this powerful season opener, Monica marks the 5-year anniversary of Become Your Own Boss with five timeless lessons that will resonate deeply with entrepreneurs at any stage. From launching in a global shutdown to reaching listeners across the world, Monica opens up about the moments of doubt, the push for perfection, and the quiet strength in showing up even when no one seems to notice. This episode isn’t just about podcasting—it’s about what happens when you decide to keep going, even when it’s hard.

Episode Quote: Your legacy is every life you’ve touched. ~Maya Angelou

What you will learn in this episode:

  • How to stay consistent even when inspiration is low

  • How to start sharing your voice before it feels ready

  • How to avoid the perfection trap and actually launch

  • How to keep going when feedback and applause are missing

  • How to make your content and business outlive you

  • How to reuse and repurpose your content for bigger impact

Questions answered:

  • What should you do when you feel like quitting your business?

  • How do you find your voice as a content creator or entrepreneur?

  • Why is consistency more powerful than perfection?

  • How can your work serve people even after you're gone?

  • What does building a real legacy actually look like?


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