Adversity is a part of life and it’s something that we all have to deal with. As small business owners, it can sometimes feel like we are having to deal with more than our fair share. The pressure can often seem insurmountable and if we let it get on top of us, we can suffer in each area of our lives.

Tough times, whether in our business or personal lives, are unavoidable. But there is always something to be learned from trying experiences. How, then, can we equip ourselves with the tools to make it through difficult periods while learning from them and improving ourselves.

With us on this episode of your favourite small business podcast is Sheryl Jones, the CEO and founder of Rodcor Services, which provides care for children and adults with disabilities in the Dallas area. Sheryl has earned the title of Queen of Hearts from her clients thanks to her positive approach to others, business and life.

Sheryl is going to be sharing her experiences with us and some actionable tips that we can implement to make the tough times a little easier to endure.

Issue Challenged in this Small Business Podcast:

How do we get through tough times and use the experience to grow?

About Sheryl:

Sheryl Jones is the founder and CEO of Rodcor Services, a leading care provider for children and adults with disabilities. She has worked in the field of social work for over 25 years and has earned the nickname of Queen of Hearts from her clients, customers and friends thanks to her approach to helping others.

Sheryl is here with us on your favourite small business podcast to talk about how we can not only get through the tough times, but also learn from them and become stronger as a result of the experience.

Actionable Tips:

* In order to really learn, we need to accept the good and the bad. Acceptance is the key to your future.

* Learn to Forgive. Don’t harbour any grudges or ill feeling towards others. It’s a waste of your time and energy. Move on with your life and remember that life should be joyous!

* More action, less thinking. Of course do your due diligence, but we can get caught up thinking and researching. Actions drive people and businesses forward.

Top Quotes:

* “I was seeing a lot of stressed out teachers, a lot of stressed out doctors, a lot of people who were working from day to day but they absolutely hate what they’re doing. I just think there’s a better way to live your life.”

* “Open minds attracts opportunities.”

* “Everybody’s going to experience something bad in their life. If you’re not right now, then it’s going to come one day so you’re going to need some skills and tools to help your deal with difficult situations.”

* “Stick to your plan but be flexible in your approach. You need to be able to change.”

* “If you can avoid some of the mistakes that I’ve made, then your life is going to be so much better. It’s all about sharing and having love for people.”

* “Just keep it moving! I’m willing to make the corrections and changes as I’m moving.”

* “You can recover from anything, nothing has to bring you completely down. Everything is a lesson, you can learn from anything. I encourage people to take time and look at their lives and see where they stand out. If you love people and you think you should be working with others, get out there and work with others. ”

* “If you expect great things, do great things. Become the person that you want to be.”

Sheryl’s Links:

* Sheryl’s Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/sheryl.jones.908?fref=ts)

* Sheryl’s E-Mail: ([email protected])

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