Different Box’s Post

Small business owners, Make this next year your best. No matter what you have gone through, or what Covid circumstances changed your path, make 2025 yours! ✨ For those of you unsatisfied with your job, start your own company. Do it now. If you have been thinking about it, today is the day. Be brave enough to do it alone. Don’t worry about who will go with you. Put your best effort out and the right people will come. I feel so inspired to share that if you jump, and your intentions are pure, the net will always be there. Don’t give up when it gets hard. Don’t give up when you feel scared. If you fall ten times, get up eleven. Again, the net will always be there. 🙌 #enterpreneurs

Just a reminder that…. We all have that inner control freak when it comes to our business and reputation (I totally get it, I’ve got one too!). But at some point, whether it’s to grow your business or just for your health, you’ve got to let some support in. And finding this dream support isn’t a mythical unicorn. It’s totally possible, even if it’s not me (I am one option on the menu!). Once you start, it’s a bit addictive. You might hand off a few tasks, then suddenly you’re asking, “Can you take care of this too?” It’s a snowball effect of good things. Here’s the truth: you might actually feel more in control knowing that someone has your back and no plates are left spinning precariously. I take pride in building this trust with my clients, and they truly benefit from it. As Janine Green recently shared in her testimonial, “For once, I don't feel like I need to know every detail of the day-to-day running of my business. I trust Eloise completely. As someone who likes to be in control, there is no better testament I can give.” Finding the right support in your business can be a game-changer. Don’t let your inner control freak stop you from reaching that next level. DM me the word “support” if you are ready to talk through the ways I can support you.

One of the BIGGEST struggles for small business owners? Setting boundaries with friends & family… let's talk about it! 👇 Running a small business is more than a job—it’s a lifestyle. But one of the hardest things can be drawing clear lines with the people closest to you. Here are a few challenges I know many of us face: Blurred Work-Life Boundaries: Friends or family might think we have “free time” since we’re our own boss. But running a business means balancing schedules, client needs, and unpredictable tasks that don’t always fit into 9–5 hours👩💻 The Expectation of Discounts (or Freebies): Many of us have felt pressure to give special rates or free services to loved ones. But remember, your work has value! Giving in to these requests can set a challenging precedent🏷️ Non-Stop Availability: Being passionate about your business doesn’t mean being “on” 24/7. It’s essential to set clear hours—even with close family—so you can recharge and show up as your best self💆 Emotional Support Gaps: Not everyone will understand the highs and lows of business ownership. Finding support from others who “get it” can be just as valuable as financial success🫴 What’s the biggest boundary challenge you face as a business owner? Share in the comments below! 👇 Let's help each other grow by sharing tips on how we keep healthy boundaries with our loved ones

Do you have a secret dream burning inside of you? Maybe you've always wanted to turn your hobby into a full-time business or break free from the 9-to-5 grind and become your own boss. But fear holds you back. You're afraid to invest in yourself, afraid to take the leap and pursue your true passion. I know how it feels. Many of us have been there - stuck in uncertainty, doubting our abilities, and wondering "what if?" But here's the thing: 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐮𝐩! Think about it. Your passion isn't going anywhere. It's waiting patiently for you to muster up the courage to take that first step. So, I want to ask you: What's holding you back from investing in yourself and your business? What would happen if you took just one small step towards your dream today? For every small business owner and freelancer out there, I see you. I see your potential, your talent, and your passion. Don't let fear hold you back any longer. Take the leap. Invest in yourself. Your passion is waiting. Share with me in the comments: What's one thing you're going to do today to take your business to the next level?

𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐰𝐨 𝐭𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐫: Business owner one: has a great business, makes money, and has set themselves up for success but has sacrificed their body, health, energy, and relationships throughout the process. 🤔 Business owner two: has multidimensional success. They have built a successful business but still have the health and energy to enjoy time outside of the business. 🤩 I talk a lot about this because it's a mistake I have made in the past, and many of our clients come to us saying the exact same thing before they join the programme. "Jonny, I've just been pushing the business to the point that everything else has suffered." That may look good from the outside, but deep down, you know that you aren't able to enjoy the success you have built. When you started your business, the goal was probably to have more freedom and to work on the things you know are important. But you haven't found a system that works for looking after your body shape, health, and performance while still growing your business. It might feel like you have a mountain to climb right now, that you don't have the time, and that you need to wait until you hire a certain team member or grow your business to a certain level before prioritizing your health. The point I want to make is that it's wrong. Getting in shape isn't a prison sentence where you have to eat like a rabbit and spend every day in the gym. It's something that, with the right plan, will complement your life and business instead of complicating it. If you improved your body confidence, had more energy, and were more productive daily, do you think those you care about and your business would benefit? I can guarantee they would. If you want to become more like Business owner number two, implement the Built for Better Business systems, and watch your life and business change forever. https://lnkd.in/gSTiBuAu Jonny

Just wrapped up a chat with a buddy who's knee-deep in renovating his dream house. 🙏 It's coming along nicely, but he's been at it solo for ages. His wife's feeling the strain, and their frustrations are compounding the longer he drags it on. Here's was my advice to him: Stop trying to do it all yourself and invest in skilled trades, so you can focus on projects that grow your business. 👏 Paying £300 ($600) a day for a tradie might seem pricey, but think about the profits you could generate if you focused on business growth instead. Saving money can only get you so far—letting someone else give you a hand is the best way to invest in your future success. 🙌 The same goes for handling all those general business tasks. Wearing too many hats might seem cost-effective, but consider the lost productivity and expansion. Think about the bigger picture: Keep your spouse happy, finish your home project faster, and watch your business expand! What do you think? Am I on the mark, or am I missing it entirely? 👇

Hey everyone! 👋🏼 Let's talk about the key ingredient to success in business - HARD WORK. 💪🏼 We all know that starting and running a business is no easy feat. It takes a lot of time, effort, and dedication to make it work. But here's the thing, hard work pays off in the long run. 💰 Whether you're an entrepreneur, a small business owner, or climbing the corporate ladder, putting in the hard work is essential to achieving your goals. It's not just about working long hours, but also about working smart and being persistent. 🔥 So, if you want to see your business grow and thrive, don't shy away from hard work. Embrace it, own it, and let it be the driving force behind your success. 💼 Remember, success doesn't happen overnight. It takes a lot of late nights, early mornings, and countless cups of coffee ☕️ to make it happen. But trust me, when you see your hard work paying off, it'll all be worth it. 🙌🏼 Cheers to all the hard-working individuals out there! Keep hustling and never give up on your dreams. 💪🏼 #

I see you... You are so deep in scaling your business, believing that hitting the next big milestone will finally bring the peace and fulfilment you're chasing You aren't even realising how your body is breaking down, that you're running on fumes and you keep getting annoying illnesses 😮💨 You keeping thinking the answer is more work, more success... But you're beginning to realise: what’s the point of building wealth if you’re too exhausted to enjoy it? You see, your health is the foundation for EVERYTHING. Far more than money. Far more than success. Far more enjoyment with those you love most. It’s what lets you wake up energised, really show up present and focused for your business, be present with your family and actually experience and ENJOY the life you’ve built. of course, you can outsource and build a team to try and take a load off so you can actually LIVE your success, but here’s the thing: you can’t outsource your health. Your wealth isn’t just in your bank account; it’s in your energy, your peace of mind and the love you share those around you, who are the reason you are doing all this in the first place. PLEASE don’t let your business cost you your health, because true wealth is what money can’t buy 🫶🏼

Not all inspired action has an immediate business result. The Universe cares less about what you accomplish or how fast you can make money. It cares more about who you become in the process. Sometimes, inspired action steps are given to open you up in a new way. This new way may eventually lead to clients, money, or business results, but not always immediately. My first venture into sharing myself spiritually was a private blog that I didn't tell anyone about. I spent money on the hosting and the URL. I posted a handful of times, sharing what it was like going through a Spiritual Awakening. I never told anyone about it. (It's now gone, so no use digging for it!) But it did get me used to putting my ideas in a public space where someone could see them. From there, I had a private FB page. Then I turned it public. Then I started a group. Then I posted on LinkedIn, the least-spiritual (at least I thought at the time) of all the social sites. Now I have no problem sharing my stories, and I hear from countless of you how much they help. They've opened me up to meeting connections and having opportunities that wouldn't have come had I still been too afraid to share myself. As a business owner, it can be hard to take steps that don't lead to an immediate business result. The business world measures a business by money and clients. Yet when you're being soul-guided, sometimes it's best to slow down and learn something that won't lead to immediate results, but will allow you to make more of an impact later on. PS: along this theme, I have something new brewing that I'll be sharing about later this week! LMK below your guesses on what you think it is!

Being a business owner can be extremely lonely. There are long nights. And phone calls during dinner. And having your friends not understand what all this hard work is for. My best advice: ✅ Surround yourself with people on the same journey as you It’s a lot less lonely when you can ask for ideas, guidances and support. What’s the loneliest part of your job?