ok, now that i've got your attention, let me explain... :-)
in case you're wondering...no, i'm not talking about that "s" word.
i'm talking about a different "s" word that you likely use A LOT in your business. actually, i can almost guarantee you use it (or think it) at least a half dozen times every day.
and, when you use this word a lot, it can have toxic effects on your energy, motivation, creativity and overall quality of life.
and the word is....
should
yup. that's it.
a seemingly harmless little word that you use often (am i right?). but when we "should" all over our business (and our lives), it can wreak havoc.
i should blog more.
i should organize my finances.
i should get more private clients.
i should get on twitter, instagram, etc.
i should meditate every day.
i should plan a workshop.
i should...i should...i should....
whew, i'm worn out just writing that list of examples.
when we "should" all over our businesses, we're setting ourselves up for resistance. when you should do something it rarely feels good. there's push-back and the option not to do the very thing you should do.
3 simple things to help you stop "shoulding" and embrace a new, more empowered way of moving through your business and life. check out the vid now!
do you "should" all over your business?
what is one should that you're going to give up? or, what's one that you're going to schedule? let me know in the comments below, or email it to me here.
do you hesitate to send people to your site because it's outdated?
or do you apologize for its lack of functionality or clunky graphics?
does it look like it was built before the 21st century?
don't be ashamed of your website shame! it's actually a very common thing.
even the most beautifully constructed sites will one day look "outdated" if they hang around long enough. and as our businesses and brands grow, it's only natural to outgrow your site!
first and foremost, congratulate yourself for recognizing the need to have a website. it gives you the ability to reach and teach people on a GLOBAL level. but, if you're hesitant to send people to your online hub because it's not an accurate reflection of you, your teaching or your brand, then it's not doing you any good!
wondering if it's time for a new look and feel for your site?
check out this quiz below.
QUIZ: Do I Need a New Website?
Round 1
1. Do you hesitate to send people to your website?
2. Do you ever apologize about the look or functionality of your site?
3. Are you tired of the look/colors/graphics?
4. Do you think it no longer "looks" like you or your brand?
5. Do you have outdated content? (i.e. blog hasn't been updated in 3+ months or write-ups about old events)
total your number of "yeses" to the first set of questions.
# of round 1 yeses: _____
Round 2
1. Can people sign-up for your email list on your homepage?
2. Can people buy your products/services/offerings directly from your site?
3. Do you regularly update your blog with valuable content for your ideal students?
total your number of "yeses" to the 2nd set of questions.
# of round 2 yeses:_____
find out your score:
now, subtract the number of "yeses" from round 2 from the number of "yeses" you had in round 1.
{Round 1 - Round 2 = Final Score}
here's what your final score means:
0 = way to go, yogi! your website rocks!!
1-2 = no need for an immediate change, but daydreaming about a rebrand could be fun
3-4 = it's time to plan a facelift! look at other sites for inspiration and work on a rebrand timeline
5 = your website is holding you back. it's time to rework it. (don't know where to start? in next week's post i'll be sharing my favorite design tools to build your best yoga website ever!)
share your score in the comments below & post a link to your website.
i'd love to check it out and maybe offer you a few tips :-)
if you're anything like me, you're pursuing a yogic career not just to make a difference, but also to create a LIFESTYLE that you love and enjoy.
but, let's me honest, building & running a business is no easy task. and, no matter how "yogic" we are, there are always going to be times when we find ourselves feeling stressed, stuck and frustrated, and thinking "is this really worth it?".
well, my friend, if you're looking to enjoy more ease and abundance, not just in your biz, but in your LIFE as well, i feel ya.
we all know that when we have more time, we are freed up to be our best, most creative, most profitable selves. but with endless to-do lists, family responsibilities AND managing a career, a "balanced" lifestyle can seem like a near impossibility.
being a new mama has made me realize even more than before the harmony i'm seeking between a sustainable business and a fulfilling life. i don't want to waste my time on pointless tasks, unprofitable programs or feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of "to-dos".
if you're in the same boat, trying to design a lifestyle that you love while also building a career you enjoy, today's vid is a must watch!
i'm sharing 3 instant ways to find more time (and, yes, money too!) in your business so that you can enjoy a biz+lifestyle that you absolutely love.
so, i've got a question for ya -- what are you going to do TODAY to find more time & money in your biz? share it below!
recently i spoke at a yoga teacher training, and one of the students asked me a question that i've heard variations of time and again.
it went something like this...
"do i really need a yoga niche? couldn't i feel even more fulfilled teaching various students groups, like college students one day and middle aged women the next?"
and this was my response...
"when you first start teaching, i highly recommend that you do teach various groups to see what style of teaching and what kind of student really lights you up as a teacher. but, as time passes, i'm guessing that you'll start to notice that you enjoy teaching this class more than that one, and working with this kind of student over that kind. and, when you start to notice your preferences as a teacher, you're getting closer to your 'home zone' or 'area of genius', and you'll feel MORE fulfilled and happier if you zero in on what you're being called to teach. that's where you'll really make a difference!"
but i get it, "zeroing" in on just one style and/or kind of student can be scary.
we start to think...
"won't i be limiting my potential income?" or "won't i be cutting myself off from potential students that could benefit from yoga?" or "won't it stifle my creativity as a teacher to just focus on one style/student/etc.?"
and my answer to those questions is a big fat NO!
in this week's video, i'm debunking 2 of the most common niching fears so that you can confidently set out to discover your unique area of genius!
do you have website shame?