Since this week is Thanksgiving in the States, I thought it only fitting to make a list of the things you are grateful for, specifically about your business. It helps to remind ourselves why we do what we do and why we took the crazy leap of faith to open up shop for ourselves in the first place.
Here are a few of the things that came to mind for me when I started making this list:
*I get to more or less set my own hours. Yes, I give up many weekends, but I knew that would happen going into this career field. However, if there is a weekend I don't want to work, I can block that out on my calendar. If I want to work from 9 pm - midnight one evening so that I can spend some daylight hours taking my nephew to the zoo, I have that flexibility. Many people don't, and I am grateful that this job affords me that freedom.
*As long as I have my laptop and phone, I can work from anywhere I'd like. Whether it's my kitchen table, my office, a coffee shop or halfway around the globe, today's technology allows me to keep client files accessible from wherever I'm at and as a result I don't have to be tied to one physical location. As an avid traveler, this is a truly a dream come true for me.
*I have the BEST CLIENTS EVER! I count myself very blessed that the people who hire me are some of the most interesting people on the planet, in my completely unbiased opinion. They are multi-faceted, smart, compassionate, uber nice, and truly fun to work with. Sure, I've had one or two that have stretched my patience at times, but overall I get to work with some pretty amazing people.
What are you thankful for? Jot some of your "grateful points" on a note and stick it near your desk to remember when your day starts to turn sour, and if you're comfortable enough to share with everyone, then share in the comments! It may be something that one of us connects with as well.
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3 comments:
Wonderful post! I was just thinking about this subject.
I'm grateful that most days I can rearrange my schedule so when my 7th grade son comes home I can ask him about his day. Help him with his homework and troubleshoot all the problems that a junior high student has. We have been closer than ever before since I have been able to work from a home studio. I've watched him grow and mature.
Flexibility is so important. It makes up for some lost revenue at times. At some point what is more important, the people around you or all the stuff you can buy or stocks you can accrue? That's for each of us to decide.
Athough thanksgiving is past in Canada, I think every day is a good day to reflect on what we are grateful for...
I love that if my kids are sick, and need to stay home from school, I can cuddle them on the couch and via phone and laptop, still manage my clients' weddings. I really get the best of both worlds...my family and the time I need with them, and a career I love.
I am very grateful for the opportunities that have come my way...media, new business ventures, great staff, new chances for outreach and of course great clients...things seem to happen for a reason, but it still amazes me...
Happy Thanksgiving to my USA neighbors!
The flexibility is for sure a true gift. Even as I type this my two year old is screaming for socks...literally, and my one year old just spit up all over his sheets. My assistant is in our downstairs home studio and I can manage the calls I take throughout the day between babysitters...thank God...literally!
I am also thankful for my husbands career as a real estate developer which allowed me the freedom to make income, or not. This was especially beneficial when I begin our company. No stress, no pressure, just the fun of business.
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