Impact with Ease

“Guilt puts us in a victim  mode, which means we stop looking for solutions because we start assuming that things are out of our control.”

Blake Schofield (1:42-1:51)

Working moms are crunched for time more than ever during the summer season. We struggle to keep up with work and other responsibilities while trying to give our kids a memorable summer experience. But with the right perspective, we can do all the things that matter while taking care of ourselves and creating a summer full of lasting memories instead of feelings of guilt.

“When we live in a place of guilt, it creates patterns of behavior where we’re not present and enjoying our lives.” - Blake Schofield (7:04-7:13)

Avoiding the Guilt Trap

Have you ever found yourself falling into victim mode when you can't give your kids the summer experience they wish they had? We have a habit of prioritizing everyone around us without taking care of our own needs. This makes it hard to accomplish the things we need to get done.

As a working mother who helps other working moms, I know how easy it is to convince myself that summer should be a certain way for my kids. But we often base this on our own experience instead of what our kids actually say they want. That’s why we need to understand what matters to our kids instead of focusing on what we think summer "should" look like.

Changing Your Summer Perspective

Sit down with your family and find out what's important to them. Each person should pick one or two activities they want to do during the summer so you can prioritize the things that are meaningful to everyone.

See if you can have "summer Fridays" at work where you leave early or work from home. This flexibility lets you create more balance with your kids.

Prioritize your work schedule so you tackle the big things first. Set high-leverage times during the day where you focus on your goals. This could be the first hour of each day when you concentrate on the things that give you the best results.

Outsource time-consuming activities you don't need to do. Grocery delivery and prepared meal services free up time you can spend with your kids doing summer activities.

“It isn’t about the time you spend with your kids. It’s about ensuring they feel heard, valued, safe, and important.” - Blake Schofield (6:29-6:39)

If you work close to home, schedule lunchtime breaks where you spend quality time with them on the days you work. This lets them know you're thinking about them and making an effort to create those special moments.

We have to overcome the fear of not doing a "good enough" job with our families. I often try to be the perfect mom to my kids. But this can be exhausting, and it sets me up for failure. Instead, we can achieve success by finding out what works and what doesn't work.

Don't try to create the perfect summer experience for your kids. Don't try to show up as someone different than who you really are. When you let go of perfection and feelings of guilt, you show up as your best self for your kids. More importantly, you enhance your role as a businesswoman, mom, wife, and a friend to those you love.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that. 

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

“With the right coaching, women can create more fulfilling and impactful lives.”

Blake Schofield (3:12-3:19)

I probably don’t have to tell you this, but the journey to fulfillment can be difficult, full of obstacles and bumps in the road. Have you ever considered working with a coach? Personal experience, and extensive research has shown me that working with a coach helps you get better and faster results in everything you do. Even though coaching has been around for quite some time, many women still don't utilize these valuable services. Are you making the investment to leverage the knowledge, insights, and experiences of others who've paved similar paths? Let me tell you why it’s so worth it!

“Coaches are there to help you get the right tools, support, and strategies to level up and create the change and the growth you want in life and career.” - Blake Schofield (10:48-11:03)

Why You Should Hire a Coach

A report by the Manchester Consulting Group highlights how coaching can enhance performance in Fortune 100 executives. The report showed the following reasons why a coach is the right choice for anyone looking to achieve better results.

• 77% improvement in relationships
• 67% improvement in teamwork
• 61% improvement in job satisfaction

Coaches give you tools, strategies, and support. They've developed the skills and expertise you need to achieve a new level of growth and fulfillment.

How Do You Know When Coaching is Right for You?

If you’re motivated to create a better life and make a big change, a coach may be the investment you need. You may be feeling stuck, but know deep down that you really want to improve yourself and grow. I am a firm believer that nearly everyone will benefit from the investment in the right coach.

The right coach for you is one who has journeyed a similar path, has figured out how to achieve success, and can help you get the same results. You can't see the label from the inside of the bottle. There are times when it’s necessary to get an outside perspective to eliminate the roadblocks that are in the way of success, growth, and fulfillment.

Have you taken the time to identify your unique strengths and gifts? Coaching can show you the possibilities that are there for you and help you overcome feelings of doubt and fear.

“The strongest coaches have a clear niche. They know who gets the best results, and they help clients address a specialized set of problems and goals.” - Blake Schofield (13:10-13:23)

If you're struggling in any area of life, you can find a coach to help you identify and overcome the challenges you're facing. There are coaches who specialize in each area.

Life coaches help with personal development. Career coaches help you with your career strategy and tactical skills such as interviewing and preparing your resumé. Business coaches focus on a specific area in your career.

How to Choose a Coach to Create Your Own Version of Success

Different coaches have unique approaches. In order for coaching to be a wise investment, it’s so important to find one who fits your specific wants, needs, and goals.

The following are questions you should ask yourself when looking for the right coach.

• Do they have expertise in the areas you need help with?
• Are they clear on the specific problems they address?
• Do your personalities fit together?
• Are they honest and upfront about what you should expect and what you need to do to succeed?

Figure out what you need. Some coaches only offer group coaching programs. You might need a more individualized approach. Other coaches might have a "do it on your own" approach to coaching. But you might need more accountability and guidance. You get the most benefit out of coaching when you work with the right person.

If there's something you want to create in your life, coaching can help you identify the steps you need to get you there. You'll see the bigger picture and create your own version of success and personal fulfillment.

How to Get Involved

If you would like some help to get clarity & a roadmap for your path ahead, schedule a free strategy call today.

You can also visit my website for more information and valuable resources. 

You are capable of far more than you can imagine. Life doesn’t have to be an  either/or. You can have it all and do it without taking a leap or risking what you’ve worked so hard to build!

“With the right coaching, women can create more fulfilling and impactful lives.”

Blake Schofield (3:12-3:19)

I probably don’t have to tell you this, but the journey to fulfillment can be difficult, full of obstacles and bumps in the road. Have you ever considered working with a coach? Personal experience, and extensive research has shown me that working with a coach helps you get better and faster results in everything you do. Even though coaching has been around for quite some time, many women still don't utilize these valuable services. Are you making the investment to leverage the knowledge, insights, and experiences of others who've paved similar paths? Let me tell you why it’s so worth it!

“Coaches are there to help you get the right tools, support, and strategies to level up and create the change and the growth you want in life and career.” - Blake Schofield (10:48-11:03)

Why You Should Hire a Coach

A report by the Manchester Consulting Group highlights how coaching can enhance performance in Fortune 100 executives. The report showed the following reasons why a coach is the right choice for anyone looking to achieve better results.

• 77% improvement in relationships
• 67% improvement in teamwork
• 61% improvement in job satisfaction

Coaches give you tools, strategies, and support. They've developed the skills and expertise you need to achieve a new level of growth and fulfillment.

How Do You Know When Coaching is Right for You?

If you’re motivated to create a better life and make a big change, a coach may be the investment you need. You may be feeling stuck, but know deep down that you really want to improve yourself and grow. I am a firm believer that nearly everyone will benefit from the investment in the right coach.

The right coach for you is one who has journeyed a similar path, has figured out how to achieve success, and can help you get the same results. You can't see the label from the inside of the bottle. There are times when it’s necessary to get an outside perspective to eliminate the roadblocks that are in the way of success, growth, and fulfillment.

Have you taken the time to identify your unique strengths and gifts? Coaching can show you the possibilities that are there for you and help you overcome feelings of doubt and fear.

“The strongest coaches have a clear niche. They know who gets the best results, and they help clients address a specialized set of problems and goals.” - Blake Schofield (13:10-13:23)

If you're struggling in any area of life, you can find a coach to help you identify and overcome the challenges you're facing. There are coaches who specialize in each area.

Life coaches help with personal development. Career coaches help you with your career strategy and tactical skills such as interviewing and preparing your resumé. Business coaches focus on a specific area in your career.

How to Choose a Coach to Create Your Own Version of Success

Different coaches have unique approaches. In order for coaching to be a wise investment, it’s so important to find one who fits your specific wants, needs, and goals.

The following are questions you should ask yourself when looking for the right coach.

• Do they have expertise in the areas you need help with?
• Are they clear on the specific problems they address?
• Do your personalities fit together?
• Are they honest and upfront about what you should expect and what you need to do to succeed?

Figure out what you need. Some coaches only offer group coaching programs. You might need a more individualized approach. Other coaches might have a "do it on your own" approach to coaching. But you might need more accountability and guidance. You get the most benefit out of coaching when you work with the right person.

If there's something you want to create in your life, coaching can help you identify the steps you need to get you there. You'll see the bigger picture and create your own version of success and personal fulfillment.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is

We can help you do just that. 

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

“That little voice inside telling you there’s something different is leading you to a path that’s so much greater than you could ever imagine.”

Blake Schofield (8:13-8:23)

Have you ever felt  guilty for being unhappy despite having a great income, a healthy family, and a good life? This feeling can be quickly followed by feelings of shame and embarrassment, when you think about how others have so much less. How could I want more? This rollercoaster of thoughts and feelings could be pushing you away from what you really want in life.

“Feeling guilty because you’re unhappy causes you to go in the opposite direction of what you really need.” - Blake Schofield (0:56-1:10)

Women often learn to take care of others first while making sacrifices that affect their careers, wellbeing, and happiness. But we can soon feel disempowered, giving so much of ourselves that we no longer have anything left to give.

The traditional narrative says that success comes from climbing the corporate ladder, earning more money, or owning the house with the white picket fence. But for many women, there’s a sense that there may be something more to gain out of their work and life. This isn’t something to be ashamed of or feel guilty about. In fact, it’s a gift and an opportunity to realize what success is for you and what it isn’t.

Listen to Your Inner Voice

Your inner voice tells you when something is right or wrong. But not everyone listens to that inner voice. And if you ignore that inner voice long enough, it can be possible to stop hearing it at all. Our vision gets cloudy, and it can be difficult to remember, or know what it is that we actually want. When that excitement that accompanies achievement begins to fade you’re left feeling like something’s missing. I’ve felt that way. On paper, everything about my corporate career was amazing, a dream. And yet, I felt unsettled and empty inside.

These feelings are clues, telling you your life isn’t aligned with what you’re capable of giving or doing. They’re like a nudge from your inner voice letting you know you’re moving in the wrong direction.

You can step into the life you’re meant to live and leverage your skills to do something that’s meaningful to you. A growing number of heart-centered women are making things happen in their communities and industries by stepping out and doing something new.

“It begins and ends with the stories you tell yourself. It begins and ends with how you think about and frame your circumstances.” - Blake Schofield (10:49-10:58)

Leverage the Power of Mindset

How do you talk to yourself? Do you lift yourself up or do you live in self-doubt? Most of us learn to ignore our inner voices. We convince ourselves that the things we want aren’t possible for us. We think we don’t deserve them and that change is too scary or risky. But there’s power in believing that you deserve and can create so much more. Reframing your beliefs helps you achieve everything you want while continuing to grow personally and professionally.

Your success is rooted in the stories you tell yourself and the ways you perceive your circumstances. Your inner voice tells you when you want and deserve more than what you have. Listen to that voice and start taking action.

Foster trust in yourself so you take steps towards creating a new path. Don’t get overwhelmed thinking change has to be big. It doesn’t have to be an irresponsible risk or leap. When you believe in yourself as much as you believe in others, you can make new choices and create the life you deserve.

How to Get Involved

If you would like some help to get clarity & a roadmap for your path ahead, schedule a free strategy call today.

You can also visit my website for more information and valuable resources.

You are capable of far more than you can imagine. Life doesn’t have to be an either/or. You can have it all and do it without taking a leap or risking what you’ve worked so hard to build!

“That little voice inside telling you there’s something different is leading you to a path that’s so much greater than you could ever imagine.”

Blake Schofield (8:13-8:23)

Have you ever felt  guilty for being unhappy despite having a great income, a healthy family, and a good life? This feeling can be quickly followed by feelings of shame and embarrassment, when you think about how others have so much less. How could I want more? This rollercoaster of thoughts and feelings could be pushing you away from what you really want in life.

“Feeling guilty because you’re unhappy causes you to go in the opposite direction of what you really need.” - Blake Schofield (0:56-1:10)

Women often learn to take care of others first while making sacrifices that affect their careers, wellbeing, and happiness. But we can soon feel disempowered, giving so much of ourselves that we no longer have anything left to give.

The traditional narrative says that success comes from climbing the corporate ladder, earning more money, or owning the house with the white picket fence. But for many women, there’s a sense that there may be something more to gain out of their work and life. This isn’t something to be ashamed of or feel guilty about. In fact, it’s a gift and an opportunity to realize what success is for you and what it isn’t.

Listen to Your Inner Voice

Your inner voice tells you when something is right or wrong. But not everyone listens to that inner voice. And if you ignore that inner voice long enough, it can be possible to stop hearing it at all. Our vision gets cloudy, and it can be difficult to remember, or know what it is that we actually want. When that excitement that accompanies achievement begins to fade you’re left feeling like something’s missing. I’ve felt that way. On paper, everything about my corporate career was amazing, a dream. And yet, I felt unsettled and empty inside.

These feelings are clues, telling you your life isn’t aligned with what you’re capable of giving or doing. They’re like a nudge from your inner voice letting you know you’re moving in the wrong direction.

You can step into the life you’re meant to live and leverage your skills to do something that’s meaningful to you. A growing number of heart-centered women are making things happen in their communities and industries by stepping out and doing something new.

“It begins and ends with the stories you tell yourself. It begins and ends with how you think about and frame your circumstances.” - Blake Schofield (10:49-10:58)

Leverage the Power of Mindset

How do you talk to yourself? Do you lift yourself up or do you live in self-doubt? Most of us learn to ignore our inner voices. We convince ourselves that the things we want aren’t possible for us. We think we don’t deserve them and that change is too scary or risky. But there’s power in believing that you deserve and can create so much more. Reframing your beliefs helps you achieve everything you want while continuing to grow personally and professionally.

Your success is rooted in the stories you tell yourself and the ways you perceive your circumstances. Your inner voice tells you when you want and deserve more than what you have. Listen to that voice and start taking action.

Foster trust in yourself so you take steps towards creating a new path. Don’t get overwhelmed thinking change has to be big. It doesn’t have to be an irresponsible risk or leap. When you believe in yourself as much as you believe in others, you can make new choices and create the life you deserve.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that. 

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

“The unknown is an opportunity for more possibilities in your life instead of staying stuck in imagining what might be.”

Blake Schofield (22:10-22:23) 

Imagine spending one third of your life doing something that doesn’t make you happy. This seems crazy, and yet, more professionals are falling into a cycle of believing that having a job they hate is normal. When you consider that 85% of people hate their jobs, you wonder what keeps them from doing the same thing every single day? Maybe it’s not so crazy for you, because it is the place you find yourself right now.

At the root of this tendency to settle is a resistance to change. It’s hard to change a significant part of our lives even when we know it’s making us unhappy. We can be so afraid of making mistakes and failing in front of others that we don’t take action, and we just accept things as they are.

“We can get into a cycle of believing that hating our work is normal. So we have a workforce of people who are unengaged, uninspired, and unfulfilled in their jobs.” - Blake Schofield (1:08-1:33)

Climbing the Ladder, and Getting Stuck

Most professionals start on the same path. They don’t know what to expect when they’re fresh out of school, and face pressure from others to prove themselves and climb the professional ladder.

Often we feel like we need to make more money and do the things that cause others to respect us. And then, when the career path isn’t as exciting or energizing as we hoped, we can find ourselves job-hopping in search of fulfillment. It can be so discouraging when each job begins to resemble the previous, and we still feel that nagging sense that something is missing.

Over time, we can become resigned and think, “This is just how it’s going to be.” We normalize our circumstances and convince ourselves to accept that there’s nothing better out there for us.

It becomes harder to try new things, and easy to become entrenched in job and career. Fears around failure and change stop many people in their tracks.

It’s so important to understand the reasons why we’re afraid and the ways we handle fear. Fear is an emotion like any other. It is powerful, and can feel paralyzing. But it’s also an opportunity to explore what you’re really afraid of and question if it’s actually true.

Where Did You Learn to Resist Change?

Our beliefs about change can also lead to resistance. These beliefs can appear early in our lives. As children, change is hard because we have a limited perspective. Children rarely have control over the change that occurs in their lives. However, life events, through the lens of a child, can shape the way we view change as we grow into adults.

When I was young, my parents divorced, causing us to move twice. I was uprooted from a safe environment with friends, comfort, familiarity, and moved to a place where I didn’t feel like I fit in. In this season of my life, change was so painful, difficult, and confusing. This became my lens for change - how I processed it from that point on.

Looking at the Positive Results of Change

When we experience change as negative, we overlook the positive aspects of change. In fact, change isn’t actually what’s difficult. In the circumstances of my childhood, the relationships I’d developed was the painful part of my parents’ divorce, and the subsequent move. As I have allowed myself to understand that, and embrace the of importance relationships and belonging, I can recognize that change can be empowering, exciting, and was the path that led to fulfillment in my own life.

Think about what you want to change in your life. Is it your career? Is it your work-life balance? What can you put in place to make sure you stay on the right path? What are the beliefs that stand in the way of you making these changes? Examining and reframing them will help you make a successful transition into your new self.

“Making a career shift or transition into entrepreneurship can be done step by step to mitigate risk and fear.” - Blake Schofield (18:37-18:52)

Working with a mentor or coach can help you build a bridge to your new career. You can create a step-by-step process that lets you transition as slowly or as quickly as you’d like. Taking a measured approach mitigates risk and fear. Change really is a gift when you see the positive things that can happen as a result of taking new actions.

Maybe the things holding you back aren’t real factors. Don’t let fear be the driving force in your life. Find out where it’s causing you to make choices that don’t serve you. Focus on times when change had positive results. Change is a doorway to peace, happiness, and fulfillment in life. But it’s up to you to open that door and take the first step.

How to Get Involved

If you would like some help to figure out what could be next for you, schedule a free strategy call today.

You can also visit my website for more information and valuable resources.

You are capable of far more than you can imagine. Life doesn’t have to be an  either/or. You can have it all and do it without taking a leap or risking what you’ve worked so hard to build!

“The unknown is an opportunity for more possibilities in your life instead of staying stuck in imagining what might be.”

Blake Schofield (22:10-22:23) 

Imagine spending one third of your life doing something that doesn’t make you happy. This seems crazy, and yet, more professionals are falling into a cycle of believing that having a job they hate is normal. When you consider that 85% of people hate their jobs, you wonder what keeps them from doing the same thing every single day? Maybe it’s not so crazy for you, because it is the place you find yourself right now.

At the root of this tendency to settle is a resistance to change. It’s hard to change a significant part of our lives even when we know it’s making us unhappy. We can be so afraid of making mistakes and failing in front of others that we don’t take action, and we just accept things as they are.

“We can get into a cycle of believing that hating our work is normal. So we have a workforce of people who are unengaged, uninspired, and unfulfilled in their jobs.” - Blake Schofield (1:08-1:33)

Climbing the Ladder, and Getting Stuck

Most professionals start on the same path. They don’t know what to expect when they’re fresh out of school, and face pressure from others to prove themselves and climb the professional ladder.

Often we feel like we need to make more money and do the things that cause others to respect us. And then, when the career path isn’t as exciting or energizing as we hoped, we can find ourselves job-hopping in search of fulfillment. It can be so discouraging when each job begins to resemble the previous, and we still feel that nagging sense that something is missing.

Over time, we can become resigned and think, “This is just how it’s going to be.” We normalize our circumstances and convince ourselves to accept that there’s nothing better out there for us.

It becomes harder to try new things, and easy to become entrenched in job and career. Fears around failure and change stop many people in their tracks.

It’s so important to understand the reasons why we’re afraid and the ways we handle fear. Fear is an emotion like any other. It is powerful, and can feel paralyzing. But it’s also an opportunity to explore what you’re really afraid of and question if it’s actually true.

Where Did You Learn to Resist Change?

Our beliefs about change can also lead to resistance. These beliefs can appear early in our lives. As children, change is hard because we have a limited perspective. Children rarely have control over the change that occurs in their lives. However, life events, through the lens of a child, can shape the way we view change as we grow into adults.

When I was young, my parents divorced, causing us to move twice. I was uprooted from a safe environment with friends, comfort, familiarity, and moved to a place where I didn’t feel like I fit in. In this season of my life, change was so painful, difficult, and confusing. This became my lens for change - how I processed it from that point on.

Looking at the Positive Results of Change

When we experience change as negative, we overlook the positive aspects of change. In fact, change isn’t actually what’s difficult. In the circumstances of my childhood, the relationships I’d developed was the painful part of my parents’ divorce, and the subsequent move. As I have allowed myself to understand that, and embrace the of importance relationships and belonging, I can recognize that change can be empowering, exciting, and was the path that led to fulfillment in my own life.

Think about what you want to change in your life. Is it your career? Is it your work-life balance? What can you put in place to make sure you stay on the right path? What are the beliefs that stand in the way of you making these changes? Examining and reframing them will help you make a successful transition into your new self.

“Making a career shift or transition into entrepreneurship can be done step by step to mitigate risk and fear.” - Blake Schofield (18:37-18:52)

Working with a mentor or coach can help you build a bridge to your new career. You can create a step-by-step process that lets you transition as slowly or as quickly as you’d like. Taking a measured approach mitigates risk and fear. Change really is a gift when you see the positive things that can happen as a result of taking new actions.

Maybe the things holding you back aren’t real factors. Don’t let fear be the driving force in your life. Find out where it’s causing you to make choices that don’t serve you. Focus on times when change had positive results. Change is a doorway to peace, happiness, and fulfillment in life. But it’s up to you to open that door and take the first step.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is

We can help you do just that. 

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

“Most people, in building a business, don’t understand the value and importance of investing to gain the right skills and momentum.”

Blake Schofield (5:11 - 5:22)

The value and importance of investing in your business sooner rather than later.

You’re ready to leave your corporate job and create a life on your own terms. But now is not the best time. After all, you have plenty of debt and barely any savings. It’s best to wait until everything is in order before you even think about investing in your own business. Right? Wrong! Waiting might actually be sabotaging your success!

To prove my point, let’s use an example of two women in corporate America. Abbey and Betty were just like you. They were unhappy and unfulfilled, eager to make the move into entrepreneurship. While they both had good credit with the ability to leverage their assets and acquire loans, each woman took a different approach than the other to build their business over a time period of one year. Abbey decided to wait before investing. Betty went all in. As a result, one suffered and one thrived.

“Understand the value of investing. Not only can you cut back in order to build up savings, but you can actually make more money to build up savings!” - Blake Schofield (2:48 - 2:55)

Abbey decided it was best to get everything in order before heavily investing in her business. She cut down expenses and slowly began to build her business on her own. Many hours were spent researching what services she could best offer and designing a website for her business. Unfortunately, the website gained little traction and generated no momentum. At the end of one year, all of her hard work, sweat, and hustle amounted to only a grand total of $15 earned. Abbey had saved $5 from cutting down her expenses and profited only in $10 from her business. Now obviously, in reality, we would deal with much greater numbers. But for the sake of this example let’s keep it real simple and continue. Things continued to get worse at her corporate job and with every passing day, it was solidified that Abbey was not where she was meant to be. But over the last year, Abbey was unable to gain the right skills and momentum necessary to leave her corporate job in confidence because she didn’t invest. Sadly, she would have to stay put.

In comparison, Betty, who understood the value of investing and how to leverage money appropriately, made four years of progress in one year. Betty took $30 out of the bank and invested in getting the right skills and support to begin building her business. With support and guidance, she learned to focus her time and energy on reaching the right clients, developing messaging, and designing a rock hard business model. It required hard work and money up front but at the end of one year, Betty successfully made a $90 profit from her business. That’s a net worth of $60 going right into her savings for later use! That same week Betty handed in her two-week notice. Her investment had laid a foundation for growth, generating enough momentum over the last year to bridge the distance and cross comfortably into entrepreneurship.

“Remove the risk of having to leap into entrepreneurship and really build a bridge that will enable you to create life on your own terms.” - Blake Schofield (6:49 - 6:56)

The truth is you don’t have to wait until all your debt is paid off or your savings account is full to invest in your own business! You can and should invest as soon as possible to reach success. There’s really no excuse not to. You could even use a 0% APR credit card or take out a loan. Contradictory to popular belief, not all credit card debt is bad! In fact, one of the smartest things you can do is leverage credit to make more money to then pay back at a later time.

I know it can be scary to spend money to make money. But like Betty, you want to invest sooner rather than later to gain the right skills and momentum to set your business on a forward trajectory. Your investment, big or small, will provide the bricks necessary for you to build a bridge of fulfillment strong enough to cross comfortably from your corporate job into entrepreneurship. Don’t sabotage your success! Invest in your business today and enable yourself to create life on your own terms!

How to Get Involved

If you would like some help to get clarity & a roadmap for your path ahead, schedule a free strategy call today.

You can also visit my website for more information and valuable resources.

You are capable of far more than you can imagine. Life doesn’t have to be an  either/or. You can have it all and do it without taking a leap or risking what you’ve worked so hard to build!

“Most people, in building a business, don’t understand the value and importance of investing to gain the right skills and momentum.”

Blake Schofield (5:11 - 5:22)

The value and importance of investing in your business sooner rather than later.

You’re ready to leave your corporate job and create a life on your own terms. But now is not the best time. After all, you have plenty of debt and barely any savings. It’s best to wait until everything is in order before you even think about investing in your own business. Right? Wrong! Waiting might actually be sabotaging your success!

To prove my point, let’s use an example of two women in corporate America. Abbey and Betty were just like you. They were unhappy and unfulfilled, eager to make the move into entrepreneurship. While they both had good credit with the ability to leverage their assets and acquire loans, each woman took a different approach than the other to build their business over a time period of one year. Abbey decided to wait before investing. Betty went all in. As a result, one suffered and one thrived.

“Understand the value of investing. Not only can you cut back in order to build up savings, but you can actually make more money to build up savings!” - Blake Schofield (2:48 - 2:55)

Abbey decided it was best to get everything in order before heavily investing in her business. She cut down expenses and slowly began to build her business on her own. Many hours were spent researching what services she could best offer and designing a website for her business. Unfortunately, the website gained little traction and generated no momentum. At the end of one year, all of her hard work, sweat, and hustle amounted to only a grand total of $15 earned. Abbey had saved $5 from cutting down her expenses and profited only in $10 from her business. Now obviously, in reality, we would deal with much greater numbers. But for the sake of this example let’s keep it real simple and continue. Things continued to get worse at her corporate job and with every passing day, it was solidified that Abbey was not where she was meant to be. But over the last year, Abbey was unable to gain the right skills and momentum necessary to leave her corporate job in confidence because she didn’t invest. Sadly, she would have to stay put.

In comparison, Betty, who understood the value of investing and how to leverage money appropriately, made four years of progress in one year. Betty took $30 out of the bank and invested in getting the right skills and support to begin building her business. With support and guidance, she learned to focus her time and energy on reaching the right clients, developing messaging, and designing a rock hard business model. It required hard work and money up front but at the end of one year, Betty successfully made a $90 profit from her business. That’s a net worth of $60 going right into her savings for later use! That same week Betty handed in her two-week notice. Her investment had laid a foundation for growth, generating enough momentum over the last year to bridge the distance and cross comfortably into entrepreneurship.

“Remove the risk of having to leap into entrepreneurship and really build a bridge that will enable you to create life on your own terms.” - Blake Schofield (6:49 - 6:56)

The truth is you don’t have to wait until all your debt is paid off or your savings account is full to invest in your own business! You can and should invest as soon as possible to reach success. There’s really no excuse not to. You could even use a 0% APR credit card or take out a loan. Contradictory to popular belief, not all credit card debt is bad! In fact, one of the smartest things you can do is leverage credit to make more money to then pay back at a later time.

I know it can be scary to spend money to make money. But like Betty, you want to invest sooner rather than later to gain the right skills and momentum to set your business on a forward trajectory. Your investment, big or small, will provide the bricks necessary for you to build a bridge of fulfillment strong enough to cross comfortably from your corporate job into entrepreneurship. Don’t sabotage your success! Invest in your business today and enable yourself to create life on your own terms!

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“Success is not elusive. Success absolutely leaves clues.”

Blake Schofield (4:45 - 5:05)

The concept of success in entrepreneurship is really misunderstood.

So many women, when they start building their own business, are faced with fear and doubt they’ve never actually faced before, or haven’t faced in a really long time. It’s amazing the doubts that can creep into a wildly successful woman’s mind the moment she decides to leave Corporate America to build something of her own. Once a powerhouse full of confidence, all of the sudden there’s a small voice in her head that makes her wonder if she actually has what it takes.

Maybe I was only successful because of my team?

What if I can’t do this alone?

What if the way I’ve seen myself my entire career, is a facade? What if I am a fraud?

The fears and doubts are normal, and even understandable and to be expected. Building a business of your own is entirely different than working at corporate, or being employed. Suddenly, when you are your own boss, the structure becomes elusive, and the path can feel really unclear. The key to overcoming these fears is to acknowledge them, so you have the power to walk through them to the other side. As long as we avoid them, or ignore them, they WILL continue to hold power over us.  

“Entrepreneurship isn’t just a journey to building a business, it’s a journey to discovering you. It’s a personal growth journey.”

- Blake Schofield (1:59 - 2:22)

The secret to success.

Let me let you in on a secret. The only thing that sets the incredibly successful entrepreneur - the entrepreneur bringing home six and seven figures - apart is her commitment to keep going, regardless of the obstacles and struggles that rise up, and her willingness to find the RIGHT people to walk alongside her. These are the keys to overcoming the fears and doubts that try to define you, and hold you back from the impact you were meant to make, and the life you desire to live.

Commitment.

Finding success in entrepreneurship isn’t about avoiding failure. Each setback is an opportunity to grow, each obstacle a chance to learn more about yourself. Facing fear and doubt head-on gives us the strength to become more confident in our abilities.

I am so passionate about making sure are maximizing their impact and talents. You weren’t meant to live a life of compromises. The strength that you carried within your Corporate career is the strength you can take with you as an entrepreneur. Even in the midst of the unknown and the challenges, all it takes is the decision to keep pressing forward.

“We have 39% of businesses today being women-led, and yet only 4% of the revenue is being driven by those business… Part of the reason for the disparity is women feel they have to do it alone... They are choosing fear and doubt over commitment and belief.”

- Blake Schofield (3:26 - 4:00)

Find the right people to walk beside you.

I have yet to meet a woman emerging from the corporate world to pursue entrepreneurship who has a clear grasp of all it takes to build their own business. However, too many women are trying to do it alone. The fear of failure, and other self-doubts, can stand in the way of making the decision to ask for help. Fear has a way of isolating us, making us feel like we have to prove ourselves, or that we should be able to figure it out on our own.

The journey of an entrepreneur is not meant to be done alone. Find the people who have already gone before you, who can help you avoid mistakes, and make wise choices. Seeking counsel from mentors and coaches who can guide your path into entrepreneurship is invaluable. They will save you a significant amount of time, emotional energy, and money. Not only that, but when you have the right people walking next to you, the journey is SO much more enjoyable.

“The difference between the successful entrepreneurs is that they have made their mind up that failure is not an option. All failure is, is giving up. They’ve made the commitment that they’ll do whatever it takes to be successful.” - Blake Schofield (4:19 - 4:41)

Are you happy and fulfilled in your current career? If your answer is no, are you willing to commit to making a change? There are multiple ways to make a sustainable income, with so many different industry choices. Entrepreneurship is just one, but it might be the best way for you to gain the freedom and fulfillment you desire.

In the midst of your fears and doubts, I want you to know that you can ABSOLUTELY be successful. Success isn’t elusive! It leaves you clues to follow. Entrepreneurship isn’t always easy, but if you decide to keep going no matter what, and you don’t try to do it alone, you have the potential to achieve everything you desire and more!

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You are capable of far more than you can imagine. Life doesn’t have to be an  either/or. You can have it all and do it without taking a leap or risking what you’ve worked so hard to build!