#1 Get the latest issue of Bust Magazine! It is chalk full of inspiring articles that will make your girl power pride shine through...even if you aren't a big feminist or anything.
#2 Get a copy of The Boss of You: Everything A Woman Needs to Know to Start, Run, and Maintain Her Own Business. I just got a copy this morning. I already feel inspired and ready to get some new direction.
#3 Get a good support system. I am very lucky to have such a nice sister who has fed me several times and friends whom have also fed me over the last month. There is nothing nicer than that. I also am lucky to have such nice folks such as Designs By L who were in here today and mentioned she reads my blog daily. The kind words from strangers is amazing.
#4 Also get a copy of Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity. Not everything in this book will apply to your life but it has really helped me to figure out my next actions and to stay organized. I have not fully used it like I should but if I am feeling sluggish I will flip through a chapter or two and feel a bit of rejuvenation.
#5 Don't forget to make stuff! I have finally been sewing like a mad lady. I am really excited about the things I am making and it's really all I want to do. But to have that back in my life feels really good.
That's a start. Thanks for listening.
10 comments:
Hang in there! You do so much good for so many people! Lots of us are having a difficult time, but as for me, I'm sticking to what I love, and appreciating all the wee good things that happen every day :)
i'm rooting for you. :) i hope all goes well, what ever path you end up taking. :)
great suggestions on the books for fellow business women i am actually on the verge of joining this world as i am currently working on my last job before trying to make sewing a full time gig! we got to stick together!
i know exactly how you feel.
i am trying to get money so i can afford the car rental, gas, and all the supplies and schemes for Crafty Bastards in June. But I am getting hundreds of hits on my website and NO sales. It just seems like people don't have any extra money cause food and gas and everything else has gotten so expensive. Cause what is more important getting 5 gallons of gas or 1 Skull Bunny from me? I feel discouraged and feel like givin up too. But hang in there and I will hang in there with ya!!!
I read your blog too! Jeremy (from ToyCyte)
I read your blog daily as well and I think you are an amazing person. I had no idea and am sorry that you have had hard times. Anytime you want you can come over to our pad for dinner. Jason used to be a chef ya know so he can whip up anything...seriously. Just drop me an email and we would love to have you. xoxo :)
wow. thanks to you all. there wasn't even a giveaway :) i really appreciate all your kind words and support..it means the world. xoxox
Getting Things Done -- David Allen is aweseome! I have his book on cd if you want to listen as opposed to read. Yes, my nerd is showing!
Hang in there!
When I read your post, it really hit home. Like spooky daddy, we totally get that people need a gallon of milk in the fridge over a doll from our shop. In fact, we just did a show on Sunday, and had ONE sale! That has never happened to us before. We feel for you, and just know that many of us are supporters and wish you the very best-maybe we should have a starving artist potluck, we'll bring dessert!! Keep on keepin' on!! You are in our thoughts
We love your shop and are bummed we're not in the Emerald City more than twice a year to visit and see all the cool new stuff. Keep truckin' along- you are an important part of the art/craft world! What would we do without Plush You! ? Hang in there! :)
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