18/06/2026
9 months into building my business, and things still surprise me daily! Someone asked me recently if I had any regrets and honestly? As cheesy as it sounds, I wish I had done it sooner. I could have saved myself from burnout no.2 which took a toll on me mentally and physically. I count myself lucky that I have had some wonderful support from family, friends and strangers!
Running your own business isn’t coffee mornings, long lunches and lay-ins (yes, people have actually asked me how being a lady of leisure is, wtf?!) It’s like being on the most thrilling, terrifying rollercoaster - and every now and again after a particularly crazy day you do question why you’re on it 🙈 - please tell me I am not alone!!
After months of working pretty much every day in some way or another I am slowing down for a few weeks. I know I need a break, am I anxious about taking a break? Yes, a little, but remember points 3 & 5 ☝️
I know I cannot show up as my best business self if I burnout. One of my ‘why’s’ for doing my own thing was being able to be flexible as I am a fast worker. When I am in the zone I smash out the things I need to do, so I can afford to slow down, recharge and dial things up again after some rest.
To all my fellow business owners, I see you and I hope you are looking after yourself.
Tell me, what have you learned since starting your business?