6 Hard Truths About Being a Creative Business Owner

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Ep 08 - Discover the reality and hard truth about running a creative business in our episode, "6 Hard Truths About Being a Creative Business Owner." We're diving into the nitty-gritty of what it takes to make it as a business owner. From managing finances to the loneliness of entrepreneurship, I am laying it all out so you can thrive as a creative entrepreneur. This video is your guide to navigating the ups and downs of running your own creative business. Hope you enjoy this episode with straightforward advice and real talk about what it really means to be a creative boss.
Feel free to jump ahead to any of these parts of the video:
0:00 let's make coffee
2:50 hard truth 1
7:57 hard truth 2
10:12 hard truth 3
14:21 hard truth 4
17:52 hard truth 5
22:25 hard truth 6
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[@tracynemeth8972]

You are truly a gift to so many. Thanks for being real and sharing in your laid-back way. I've been working on my freelance business and I'm kind of frozen right now. Teetering on whether I want to continue on this journey or just go find another 8-5 job. I left a job in July of last year that I was working a lot of 17 hour days and my health had declined so much. I was burnt out and unhealthy. When I look back I don't even recognize myself back then. I don't want to get into that same situation of my own doing. Lots to think on and this helps me think through the hard stuff I wasn't thinking about.

[@richiemroz546]

Thank you for this video! Really love your content and your mindset. I am at the very beginning stages with my business and the part where you mention sacrifices, it was really great to hear someone that has gone through it. I am a few years out of college and a lot of the people I used to hang out with or my age group are out partying every weekend and I am working on the business and working renovating my house and I feel like from the outside, it looks like I have no life. But I recognize I am actually building something, a lot of what these people are doing is like you said, "wasting time". I guess its just a different mindset people have. BUT it was super refreshing to hear your perspective so thank you!

[@MeganWeeks]

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts! I totally understand, after college you start to kinda realize what you value you most. You aren’t alone! I’m so glad this resonated 😊

[@Bluestarembroidery]

So true! Running a business is a rollercoaster at times. Good reminders that our mindset is so important. The tip of scarcity is so critical, sometimes I would undermine my success with taking on lower paying clients because I was afraid of running out of money. Stay confident. 🙌🏼

[@MeganWeeks]

yes exactly!! so glad this resonated ☺

[@kaicastle.]

#6 is a hard truth for me as I don’t want to show it to people around me. As I had past experiences of people close to me, not supporting my endeavors. So I just share it to people online..

[@PaulinaTracz]

Oh wow, thank you for this video! I so relate about the solitude and the burnout part. But I'm loving all your insights on creating a situation that's less stressful. Thanks for all you're sharing here!

[@melodyaminian9008]

Thank you for sharing! Every motivating for me.

[@alliewatson9745]

Thank you so much for this!! I feel you approached this from such a different angle that didn’t make me or someone else watching feel scared to still peruse their own journey of becoming an entrepreneur or graphic designer. I feel some people make these videos and they come across as scare tactics or intimidating but I truly felt genuine advice from you. Again, I truly appreciate your honesty and help.

[@MeganWeeks]

i am so glad, definitely did want to scare anyone away from pursuing a passion but it is important to know what it takes. thank you for sharing your thoughts 💗

[@Zulldeck_]

Thank you ❤

[@occipiccoart]

Thank you for sharing this video Megan! I feel better that I'm not alone in this journey 😊

[@MeganWeeks]

of course! definitely not alone ☺

[@MariahAshleyXo]

Thank you for sharing I needed this at this time, the road is lonely, I mean they want to be around, but for what reasons 👁️ lol and yes it takes much consistency and hard work, no matter what. Thank you for all the tips and all that you do

[@MeganWeeks]

exactly! of course, glad this helped ☺

[@Zulldeck_]

Your words made me feel comfortable and motivated🔥

[@MeganWeeks]

I am so glad! 💓