Have you spent a lot of time on your couch watching bad news and putting on the famous “COVID-19” in pounds over the last few months?
Maybe you are working non-stop because your home office is right there calling your name?
Perhaps, you are one of our front-line heroes putting others’ lives in front of your own (Thank you!)?
Whatever the case may be, things are different.
You probably feel stressed, overweight, depressed, and more because your life has changed significantly with the pandemic going on.
Well, it’s time to move past the negativity and think about a positive future!
With this in mind, here are a few tips to get back on track and move towards being a happy, healthy and wealthy entrepreneur again!
Now is the perfect time to review what’s really important to you.
Do you like your job and what you do on a daily basis?
Are you pursuing your dreams or just working to pay the bills?
Right down how you really want to spend your time now, and in the years ahead. This includes all of the hours you spend at work, being with friends and family members, pursuing your favorite hobbies, learning, and more. Then, plan and act.
After all, if you don’t know where you’re going, how are you going to get there?
Yes. You hear this all the time, but it just moves farther down on your “To Do” list. There are always other responsibilities that are way more important… right? Wrong!
If you don’t take care of yourself, your health will start to decline. Then, you won’t be able to take care of others, work or do any of the things you really love to do… and that’s not good.
Start with just taking a few deep breathes or just going to a quiet room when you get stressed out. Then, plan time each day to go for a walk, write in a journal, do some yoga poses, or whatever makes you happy.
These simple steps are easy, but they are very important to your overall health. After all, why do you think there are so many self-help media venues out there!
With all of the craziness going on, it can be easy to just see doom and gloom. Instead, look for everything positive going on around you… no matter how small it is. There are still wonderful things happening that can make you happy…
Are the birds singing?
Is there a nice breeze blowing through your hair?
Is the sun shining?
Did you finish a difficult meeting or call with a customer?
Are you healthy?
If you take a moment to focus on the positive, your attitude will change, and things will feel better. You may even realize what’s really important in your life and what you are most grateful for right now!
Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, accomplishment at school or work, or just the start of a weekend, put your cares aside and celebrate every small win. Call a friend and have a good laugh, listen to a comedian, watch a funny movie, or just share a joke with someone you love.
Look for fun things you can do away from work that are outside and away from your desk.
Give yourself a break and have a good laugh when possible. You’re allowed!
If things are just not going well for your business or career, it’s time to pivot in another direction.
Are there other services and benefits you can offer your customers right now that they really want?
Is there a passion project you’ve been waiting to pursue?
Take a few minutes to stop and think. You may find that it’s time to completely update your business and go in a new direction.
What can you provide to your target market that is unique to you?
Be creative. There may be an opportunity right in front of you, but you’ve got to stop thinking about “what you’ve always done” and look in a different direction.
Yes, this year has been challenging. But, 2020 also opens new opportunities for you and your business.
Take a moment to assess where you are, where you want to go and what you need to do to get there. Leave your office for a break, have some fun and celebrate all of the “little wins” happening around you every day. Take care of yourself and focus on the positive.
Things may be difficult now, but if you rise above it and start to work on reaching your next goal… just imagine how bright the future can be!
Author Melanie Rembrandt is an award-winning author, publicist and sought-after speaker. Through her podcast, newsletter, books, courses, consulting, and more, she helps entrepreneurs boost sales, awareness and credibility fast with a unique combination of targeted, copywriting and public relations. For more information tips and insights, visit https://www.rembrandtwrites.com.
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