A Message about FEAR inspired by Marie Forleo

A Message about FEAR inspired by Marie Forleo

A message about Fear by Marie Forleo

 

To be honest, over the past year and a bit, I have been struggling with fear.

To the point where I stopped showing up online as much as when I started my business out of “fear” of what my family and friends think of me.

I also “feared” failure. (Don’t we all?)⠀ 

It had gotten to the point where every month or so I would get a great idea for my business, plan it out, do the content schedule, create the graphics, schedule the launch, and then… NOTHING. ⠀

 

😨😨😨Total digital stage fright.😨😨😨⠀

 

I would spend weeks planning it out and getting super excited about the opportunity to help my community and then, I would let “fear” take over and tell me the usual things.⠀

“Katee, who do you think you are to do this?”⠀

“Katee, you don’t know what you are doing.”⠀

“Katee, who is going to buy that?”⠀ 

The list goes on and on…⠀

As my girl Marie Forleo puts it: “Fear is your soul’s GPS.”

“With the exception of those moments where fear is keeping you alive,… (Definitely listen to those moments!) “one sign is if you can’t get a certain idea out of your heart or mind. No matter how hard you try it keeps popping back… Anytime you imagine moving forward toward that idea, you may feel afraid…

But what if we misinterpreted the signal? 

What if fear’s message wasn’t “Danger” but “DO IT!””⠀

This chapter of “Everything is Figureoutable” by Marie Forleo really hit home for me and made me get back on track with an ongoing idea that I had been putting off, out of fear, for the last 2 years.⠀
It’s time to put fear aside and share what I have been working on that I KNOW will help people to gain confidence in their marketing so that they can make a greater impact on the world.

 

If you are ready to break through your own fears of running an impact-driven business, this one is for you!

CLICK HERE TO SEE WHAT I AM TALKING ABOUT!

Starting a Business: 10 Things I’ve Learned Along the Journey

Starting a Business: 10 Things I’ve Learned Along the Journey

Over the past few years, I have learned my fair share of lessons when it comes to starting a business.

As a business owner, we all have our share of battles that lead to learning opportunities. From failed launches to overbooking myself with clients, I have had many opportunities to learn which allows me to share with you my best practices!

Today, I want to share with you my top 10 lessons that I’ve learned along the way.

1. YOU ARE THE BOSS SO THAT MEANS YOU HAVE TO DECIDE TO WAKE UP AND GET TO WORK ON YOUR OWN EVERY DAY.⠀

2. WHAT YOU SAY GOES! ⠀
SO STICK TO YOUR WORD AND ALWAYS FOLLOW THROUGH.⠀

3. NOT EVERY DECISION YOU MAKE WILL BE THE “RIGHT” ONE.⠀

4. MISTAKES HAPPEN SO LEARN FROM THEM AND KEEP GOING!⠀

5. QUALITY OVER QUANTITY, ALWAYS!⠀

6. FIND A BIZ-BESTIE BECAUSE YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY DON’T ALWAYS UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH WHILE STARTING A BUSINESS.⠀

7. GIVE YOURSELF A SCHEDULE FOR NON-WORKING HOURS, YOUR RELATIONSHIPS WILL THANK YOU!⠀

8. YOU ARE ALLOWED TO CHANGE YOUR MIND. TRUE FANS WILL FOLLOW YOU!⠀

9. CELEBRATE EVERY SUCCESS ALONG THE WAY!⠀

10. KNOW THAT WHAT YOU ARE DOING CAN AND WILL MAKE A GREAT IMPACT. ALWAYS BELIEVE IN YOUR GREATER VISION!⠀

Remember, that nothing great comes easy. Put in the work and do it in a way that lights you up!

What has been the #1 lesson you’ve learned so far since starting your business?

A chat with Headbands of Hope Founder Jess Ekstrom

A chat with Headbands of Hope Founder Jess Ekstrom

 

During a trip to DisneyWorld, Headbands for Hope Founder Jess Ekstrom noticed that a lot of children were there wearing headbands as a result of losing their hair due to chemotherapy. With the mission to help make these kids feel beautiful, Jess created “Headbands for Hope,’ in her junior year of College. I talk to Jess about her journey and how Headbands for Hope is now stocked in many stores around the world and celebrity endorsed.

 

Show Notes:

Connect with Headbands ofHope:

Hang out with her on Instagram @HeadbandsofHope

Read the blog

Become a Headband Hero

Hey Everyone! My name is Katee Blizzard and I am the owner and lead strategist behind Social Greatness. I have a passion for helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs achieve the success they deserve through strategic planning, social media management, and impact-driven outreach. I’m a firm believer in you get what you give and I know that together we will leave a great impact on this world.

Flip Flops making an Impact with Lila Stewart of Hari Mari

Flip Flops making an Impact with Lila Stewart of Hari Mari

 

On the latest episode of “The Social Greatness Podcast,” I had the opportunity to speak with Lila Stewart from the Flip Flop Company, Hari Mari. For me this was an exciting interview as I spend almost everyday in Flip Flops. Hari Mari has comfortable and beautiful flip flops designs and after learning that pediatric cancer is the most fatal disease among American children – Hari Mari set out to help by committing to get 1% of sales of every flip flop purchase to support kids battling cancer. We talk about Lila’s journey from Indonesia back to the US and what inspired her husband and her to start this business.

 

Show Notes:

Connect with Lila Stewart:

Hang out with her on Instagram @harimari

Buy The Flip Flops for a Cause!

Hey Everyone! My name is Katee Blizzard and I am the owner and lead strategist behind Social Greatness. I have a passion for helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs achieve the success they deserve through strategic planning, social media management, and impact-driven outreach. I’m a firm believer in you get what you give and I know that together we will leave a great impact on this world.

Brand Authenticity and What It Does For Your Business with Lauren Gordon

Episode 04: Authenticity and What It Does For Your Brand with Lauren Gordon

An Interview with Lauren Gordon

http://https://www.buzzsprout.com/133963/594578-episode-004-authenticity-and-what-it-does-for-your-brand-with-lauren-gordon

 

On today’s show, I chat with Lauren Gordon of LGCopy.com about her story of entrepreneurship as well as her insight on brand authenticity as a powerful marketing tool. Lauren is the wordsmith behind Social Greatness Strategy’s brand story. I truly don’t know where I would be without her help to define my brand’s personality.

 

Lauren has developed a successful business through her powerful Facebook Lives that she holds multiple times a week. Her honesty and authenticity has truly transformed the way she does business and she wants to help you do the same. Lauren has become my Biz Bestie and I am so excited to share that we have an amazing workshop planned for you all about branding your business!

Take a listen to our chat to hear more about Lauren’s Story and her tips for creating your Authentic Brand Story that will be sure to draw in more ideal customers.

Show Notes:

Connect with Lauren:

Hang out with her on Facebook Become Her Friend!

Visit lgcopy.com

Hey Everyone! My name is Katee Blizzard and I am the owner and lead strategist behind Social Greatness. I have a passion for helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs achieve the success they deserve through strategic planning, social media management, and impact-driven outreach. I’m a firm believer in you get what you give and I know that together we will leave a great impact on this world.