How did I get to a six-figure business with unlimited potential for growth? I went through a bunch of shit and built up my emotional resilience. And you can, too.

Are you an over-producer but not making much from it? Are you an under-producer but want the world to know you? Today I’m explaining how Impulse + Perspective have something to do with it.

I used to experience serious #BossGuilt (and to be honest I still do sometimes) which I think began as a necessity (my startup grew faster than I could keep up), lack of boundaries (I worked to keep everyone happy with me) and buffering (I really got addicted to being busy). It’s unnecessary and this is how I’ve managed to work on it.

Do you know why you are the way you are? Do you know WHY you’re self-sabotaging? Do you want to find out? Let’s get to the bottom (of the pool) and dive back up with the sunken treasure (known as your life back).

What’s this mean to you? Maybe you’ve surpassed this number, maybe it’s just a dream. No matter what, it’s good to find out what your brain thinks about it.

I remember talking to Lizzie and her expressing to me that there were just too many photographers out there and how would she be able to make it? I remember her telling me about how she couldn’t leave her job and pursue her passion. All these thoughts were the only thing holding her back. Here’s the proof.

I buy a lot of books, but I don’t read that many. Why is that?

How are you splitting your time between working IN your business or ON your business? Here’s how we separate Growth Work from Technical Work on Team Flea.

Our question asker is getting overwhelmed at the idea of marketing 2 businesses. What should she do? Let’s find out!

What kind of business owner will you be?

I’m lucky in the sense that my clients are some of the biggest creative risk takers in the world. They inspire me with their attention to quality, unique viewpoint on the world and desire to live their purpose. I love them so much and I really love that what I do for them is help them make their dreams possible.

Let’s take a look at mural artist and hand-lettering artist, Lisa Quine.

Let me help you figure out your life.

On this episode of Ask Steph, we hear from an Introverted wannabe Biz Owner + someone who has a really chaotic schedule but who wants to build a brand. I bet a lot of you can relate!

If you’re having a hard time getting posting, use these to begin setting up your content. If you never know what to post, this will help you get moving. You’ll need to move forward to other aspects of social media, so don’t let this early step get you totally tripped up so you never get in and get your hands dirty (or tire your fingers from all the conversations).

Every few weeks I get to answering all the questions I get- take a look! And submit your own!

I’m headed to Cuba. Here’s how I’m preparing!

I owe people money and checks. I should probably water my plants. My fridge is beautifully clean. I’m late to work bu I got to spend my morning writing love letters and taping podcasts. What a wild ride this life is. Most days I’m just Braving It- not mastering it. It’s a roller coaster. It’s not smooth sailing. And I don’t know that it ever will be.

The fundamental way we change our lives is by understanding (and choosing intentionally) our thoughts.

What makes a mission statement? Here’s how (and why) you should craft yours.

My business is sooooo annoying. And that’s why it’s so amazing, too.