I want to let you in on a time that truly changed everything for me.

From 2019-2023, I built a successful marketing agency. It grew quick. My word-of-mouth referrals were off the charts, and I was thriving. I hired a full team to help me, and things were looking up. I got confident in my ego, and honestly, that’s where I f*cked up.

The economy went down, and so did my client base. Then, it was pretty much empty. The issue? I didn’t even notice.

I had so many things going for me - I had a second business that was doing extremely well, several freelance marketing contracts, and a modeling career that was developing. Things were coming in, and in the process, this agency that I thought would never fail - did just that.

For a while, I was pretty embarrassed to talk about this. Why? My dang EGO was horrible. I refused to accept failure, because I thought it meant that I WAS A FAILURE. But the truth is, if I hadn’t have failed, I would have never realized that building a marketing agency wasn’t what was aligned for me and my goals. So, I let it rest. And I chose to move forward.

For a long time, I grieved everything. That’s the best term I could find to identify the way I felt towards this situation. I had put my all into freelance work and building my agency for years, and I let it all go. It was a loss of identity, and honestly, I sat in it for as long as I could. Basically, it was the longest pity party possible.

Until I realized, no one is coming to save me. The only one who can save me, is me.

Cliche, I know, but it’s the truth.

When you realize that you have the power to change your routines, lifestyle, boundaries, and mindset, everything can change for you.

And I’m not saying it’s easy. It’s definitely not. But it’s possible.

I started small, with simple habits like waking up earlier, exercising regularly, and setting boundaries with my clients. I also sought out therapy to work through my feelings of loss and disappointment.

I started taking on new projects and clients, this time focusing on those that aligned with my passions and values. I set realistic goals for myself and celebrated each milestone along the way.

But most importantly, I learned to let go of the past and embrace the present moment. Instead of dwelling on what could have been, I focused on what was in front of me and created a better future for myself.

I can confidently say that I am now living a life that is fulfilling and authentic to who I am. It took a serious shock, but that’s exactly what I needed to realize I was living in a fuzzy mindset.

My point? YOU are the power in your life and your business. You have the ability to make choices and take action that will shape your future. Don't let fear or past mistakes hold you back from reaching your full potential.

Start by identifying what truly makes you happy and what drives you. Then, set goals that align with those values and passions. Take consistent action towards achieving those goals, celebrating each small victory along the way.

It's not about being perfect or never making mistakes, but rather learning from them and using them as stepping stones towards a better future. So don't be afraid to take risks and try new things, because that's how we grow and evolve as individuals.

In the end, it all comes down to mindset - letting go of limiting beliefs and embracing a growth mindset. Believe in yourself and your abilities, and trust that you have everything within you to create the future you desire.

Keep pushing forward, stay focused on your goals, and never give up on your dreams. Your future is waiting for you to take charge and make it happen. Don't let anything hold you back - the power is in your hands.