This episode talks about the origins of 13 Rhythms and why Friday 13th is such an intrinsic part of its foundations. Natalie speaks about the importance of our beliefs and how they can act as positive enablers and the very thing that can hold a business owner back from really achieving their fullest potential in their business.

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In this episode we discuss the importance of owning your expertise. Being focused on believing in your skills, knowledge and experience and recognising the importance of that when moving from one career path to another - that is, running your own business.

Today, I share something about myself. Some of the reasons why I am who I am and how it's impacted the way I work with my clients. If you've ever wondered about me beyond the business advice, then this will give you a small insight!

This episode does discuss loss and grief so if that's sensitive for you, please take care of yourself and come back to my future episodes.

In this episode, I discuss how important it is not to think that your messaging has to try to speak to everyone. The notion of "inclusivity" has meant that many business owners are tying themselves in knots trying to speak to "everyone" in their messaging and then they end up speaking to no-one as there's no consistent, clear message to their ideal target customer.

I also discuss some of the methods where you can have one clear target audience and still have inclusive PRACTICES in your business, which is what "inclusivity" is really all about.

You can find me online @13Rhythms on all platforms. I'd love to connect. Let me know if you've found me via this podcast!

The one time he bought me flowers was on purpose...and it taught me something about what deliberate action looks and feels like.

This episode sees Natalie from 13 Rhythms discussing the ways that we can approach our businesses on purpose, and what it means to think about them as a full set of actions rather than a long separate list of things on a "to-do list".

You're invited to review the tasks in your business and approach them with an "on purpose" attitude and mindset and see how much clarity you can receive from looking at your business in this way.

Back after too long a break but delighted to share as usual...and today is all about the power of not doing everything in your business on your own. We get a little deeper to speak about how life can sometimes throw us curveballs, but the most important thing I encourage us to hold onto in this episode is that there are people out there ready to assist us if we know what to ask, who to ask and stay open-hearted.

Ep 3: FRUSTRATION!

Summary

In this episode, Natalie from 13 Rhythms discusses the theme of frustration, particularly in relation to technology and personal limitations.

She shares her own experiences with tech challenges, the importance of self-acceptance, and the value of delegating tasks to focus on strengths.

The conversation emphasises celebrating achievements, transforming frustration into learning opportunities, and being gentle with oneself during the process of growth.

Takeaways

• Frustration is a common experience, especially with technology.

• It's important to acknowledge our limitations without harsh self-judgment.

• Delegating tasks can help focus on what we do best.

• Celebrating small achievements can boost confidence.

• Learning is a continuous process; it's okay not to know everything.

• Self-acceptance is key to personal growth and development.

• Frustration can be transformed into a learning opportunity.

• We should be gentle with ourselves during challenging times.

• Recognising our strengths can help us navigate frustrations.

• Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Frustration in Technology

03:03 Accepting Limitations and Embracing Growth

05:54 Delegating Tasks and Focusing on Strengths

09:12 Celebrating Achievements and Overcoming Challenges

12:07 Transforming Frustration into Learning Opportunities

Season 1 Ep 2: People Who Love You Give the WORST Advice!

Summary

In this conversation, Natalie from 13 Rhythms discusses the complexities of seeking advice from loved ones when pursuing entrepreneurship.

She emphasises that while friends and family may have the best intentions, their fears can lead to discouragement.

Natalie highlights the importance of understanding one's target audience, the challenges of pricing, and the necessity of building a supportive network of individuals who can provide constructive feedback and encouragement. She introduces the concept of a 'Corner Team'—a group of people who can offer diverse support and guidance throughout the entrepreneurial journey.

Takeaways:

Loved ones may not provide the best business advice.

Fear can lead to discouragement from family and friends.

Understanding your target audience is crucial for success.

You might not be your ideal target customer.

Pricing should reflect the value of your product, not your personal beliefs.

Building a business requires feedback from a broader audience.

Seek out communities that challenge and motivate you.

Your support network should include diverse perspectives.

It's important to separate personal relationships from business advice.

Finding your corner team is essential for entrepreneurial success.

Sound Bites

"People don't want you to suffer."

"Are they actually your target audience?"

"It's important that concept of community."

Keywordsbusiness advice, entrepreneurship, target audience, pricing strategy, support network, family advice, community building, business challenges, emotional support, entrepreneurial journey.