I started a small business in 2013 and was fortunate enough to join up with a group of 15 other owners around the country in the same industry and similar size endeavors. We were joined on a software platform where we would occasionally share questions, comments and gathered monthly for an hour long call to discuss issues. Over time, the group gelled more deeply and began to gather in person twice a year for 4 day retreats where we each had the opportunity to share about our business for an hour and get the group’s input.
It took a few years, but I finally made plans to attend booked a trip to New Orleans in spring of 2015. I arrived to the conference room just as presentations were starting, notebook, ready to capitalize on what I believed would be far and away most important takeaway from the trip; fresh ideas and strategies from the other members.
But I could not have been further working for the others so I could head home with fresh ideas.
Even though my business was making money, I was finding myself increasingly overwhelmed, burned out and discouraged about being the owner. Brooke helped me step back from the day-to-day grind to get back in touch with the original reason I launched, and helped me zero in on what was getting in the way of enjoying the journey. With a few small tweaks, I am back to a healthy and productive relationship with my business!