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Balancing a full-time job and a consulting business is tough, but absolutely possible! In my latest YouTube video, I break down how I did it—validating ideas, generating leads, and managing my time. Let’s embark on this journey together and make your business dreams come true! Watch now and start your success story.

You're a founder, you have a story, and you’re dying to share it. But you're confused. Should I tell my story? Am I the hero of my story? Or is it my customer? Or is it my product? 🌪 Your brain is foggy, and you decide to forget about this whole thing. Except that you REALLY feel like you have something to share with the world. Take a deep breath and let me guide you through it. Start by uncovering and dusting off your own personal story. The more personal it is, the more relatable it becomes. Paradoxical? Not so much. The personal is universal. Your personal story is yours and only yours, but the emotions you encounter within the journey are universal. All humans everywhere feel the same feelings. Different humans. Different experiences. Same feelings. So, the more personal your story gets, the more emotional it gets. The more emotional it gets, the more people it touches. It becomes universal. See? The personal is, after all, universal. Your story is, in a way, your customer’s story. And your investor’s story. And your partner’s, and your employee’s and… you know the drill.   Don’t be afraid or shy about wanting to make sense of your founder story.   It matters for you. It matters for your business. ---- Want to make sense of your story? 💌 Together, we will actively re-author your stories, dust them off, connect the dots, and bring your personal narrative to life. 💨   Then, you will rest and I will write. Send me a DM to book a call! ☎

🧩 What's your next move? Here's how to plan like a pro. 🧩 Success isn’t random, it’s strategic. Ready to map out your next five moves? 🎯 We’ve summarized Patrick Bet-David’s Your Next Five Moves into an actionable checklist that you can start using today. 💼✨ 💡 Here’s a sneak peek: ✅ Define Your Vision: Write down your long-term personal and business goals. ✅ Break It Down: Divide your vision into smaller, achievable milestones. ✅ Communicate: Share your vision with friends and family to gain their support. Find the link to your action-guide in the comments.

Your Goals Deserve a Plan! Without a plan, even the best goals are just wishes. What if 2025 could be the year you turn your vision into action? Start by asking yourself: What do I truly want to achieve? What’s my “why”? The answers to these questions will transform how you approach the year ahead—and ensure your goals align with your purpose.

The world is filled with inspiring success stories, but it's time to start writing your own narrative. Let the triumphs of others fuel your determination, not overshadow your dreams. Take the first step today towards crafting your unique journey to success.💯🎯 #motivationalmonday #quoteoftheday #motivationalquotes #createyourownsuccess #seizeopportunity #successjourney #nexontis

Goals have power, but only when clearly defined and committed to paper. 📝 As Brian Tracy wisely said, a goal not in writing is not a goal at all but merely a wish. When you take the time to put your goals on paper, you transform your wishes into actionable steps. This simple step infuses your aspirations with energy and direction, setting the stage for success. What goals are you ready to put into writing today? Let’s manifest that vision! 💪🌟 #DariceJohnstonCoaching #360BusinessPlanning #360BusinessPlan #RealEstateBusiness #BusinessPlanning #RealEstateStrategy #RealEstateSuccess #RealEstateGrowth #BusinessGoals #RealEstateMarketing #ScalingYourBusiness #RealEstateEntrepreneur #mondaymotivation

Have you started preparing for 2025? Do you know your "Why", "Purpose", "Mission", and "Vision"? If you don't who who you are and where you are going, how will you know when you get there or even if you have gotten there? Get your copy of Strategies for Success Planner for Professionals. It will walk you step-by-step how to plan your future, personally and professionally. https://lnkd.in/gFD4dcaF

I've made a surprising discovery in the past four weeks. First, some context. I have been out of the game for a couple of years (it's a long story for another edition). Deciding to offer my clients the broadest range of services possible and listening to those who suggested I 'monetize' my knowledge, I struggled to find an approach. As is my custom, I asked myself a couple of questions: - what am I really good at - what brings the most value to my clients - what is reasonable and doable with my time and resources - what provides the greatest value in the current market I'll share those results in future posts. What I want to share here, is that taking the time to answer those questions, narrowed my focus to the point where planning fell into place with ease, clarity and direction. When you are struggling, looking for your sense of purpose, what is your strategy?

Here’s a quick idea about true clarity and goals. Most people set goals because they believe that achieving them will make them feel a certain way. In reality, it should be the other way around. We need to figure out how we want to feel, what we don’t want to regret in life and only then ask, “What goals, if achieved, will get me that?” Are you sure that what you’re working and optimizing for is what you truly want? Sign up to get my 3 Quick Ideas straight to your inbox. https://lnkd.in/gjTwxG-P

Goals have power, but only when clearly defined and committed to paper. 📝 As Brian Tracy wisely said, a goal not in writing is not a goal at all but merely a wish. When you take the time to put your goals on paper, you transform your wishes into actionable steps. This simple step infuses your aspirations with energy and direction, setting the stage for success. What goals are you ready to put into writing today? Let’s manifest that vision! 💪🌟 #DariceJohnstonCoaching #360BusinessPlanning #360BusinessPlan #RealEstateBusiness #BusinessPlanning #RealEstateStrategy #RealEstateSuccess #RealEstateGrowth #BusinessGoals #RealEstateMarketing #ScalingYourBusiness #RealEstateEntrepreneur #mondaymotivation