Life in the Middle with Sharona Patrice
Life in the Middle is the place where Sharona Patrice, Certified Empowerment and Life Coach, explores real conversations, situations, and reflections about life topics we all go through. Opinions you think to yourself or only say privately with the people you trust most. It's the space in between where you are and where you want to be in different areas of your life. This podcast navigates the highs and lows (and in-betweens) of personal life, work & career, relationships, and all types of life stuff -- because life be lifin'!
Life in the Middle with Sharona Patrice
Episode 24: Myths of Small Business
Let’s talk about owning a small business!
We are in the era of having so many creatives, entrepreneurs, and coaches taking advantage of the opportunity to own a small business. And I notice that a lot of these business owners quit or are disheartened by the myths of owning a small business. In this episode, I want to share these common myths of small business and my hot take on each myth. I also want to share some questions that you can use, whether you own a business or you want to start one.
Which myth have you heard before? And what other myths about owning a small business do you know? Let me know by leaving a review and sharing this episode with your business buddies.
Quote/Question/Quick Tip/Episode Gem:
“I feel like there are a lot of false beliefs and unspoken truths around this path that people just aren't talking about. We're only being shown the glitz, the glamor, the upsides of things.”
“I just feel like some people are built for business ownership and some people aren't. Or a different way to say that is some people want to deal and can deal with what comes with it, and some people just can't - and it's okay.”
“The truth is that most people don't experience this overnight success. And even when you think it's overnight, it's really not a lot of work, time, energy has gone into it.”
“I feel like the thing about business ownership and creating a business for yourself is that yes, there are tried and true ways to do it, but you also have to kind of figure out your way.”
“Sometimes it's just time to close the door, shut it down, but there is nothing wrong with having something on the side or getting a job to fund the thing that you really want to do in the meantime until you can get to a place where you don't need to have the job.”
In this Episode:
- 0:40 Talking about false beliefs and unspoken truths about owning a small business.
- 03:40 Myth #1: Everybody should have a business and everybody should be a business owner.
- 11:35 Why is it smart to have multiple streams of income?
- 16:46 Myth #2: Create a program or course, and become a 6-figure success overnight.
- 23:28 Myth #3: Getting a job means you have failed as an entrepreneur.
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