What if failure was actually a great thing? For most of us, our definition of failure is pretty negative because we equate failure to time wasted. When we fail it feels as if all of our hours and hours of effort are being thrown into a trash can and hauled away forever. But here’s the…
Have you ever noticed that when it comes to following through on our goals, most of us are often our own worst enemies? We get in our own way, not because we are trying to, but because we haven’t put safeguards in place to avoid those things that get us off track. Things like a…
Why did you start blogging? For many of us, the answer goes something like this: “I love XYZ and want to share with other people how to do it.” You see, most of us start blogging and online businesses to share a little piece of ourselves with the world. But what happens if we fail?…
What makes someone successful? You could probably rattle off 100 different things that you think lead to success in the blogging and online business world. Maybe it is fantastic connections, or viral content, or access to a Facebook Watch page. Maybe it is great SEO or Pinterest juju or an Instagram feed that makes you…
As entrepreneurs, we like to think we are in control. I mean we get to decide what we post about, what type of images we like to use, when our emails go out. And, it is this creative control that makes our websites unique and helps drive our success. But, what about the things we…
Have you ever felt a little stuck? It can be so upsetting, confusing, and frustrating to realize what we’re currently doing isn’t working and isn’t getting us any closer to our goals or to the life we want. Hal Elrod, bestselling author of Miracle Morning, has been using what he calls the “Miracle Morning” for most of his adult life. If you are feeling “”stuck””, this is a must listen!
It never fails. Each March, when we open Elite Blog Academy® up to the public, a new wave of students brings a sense of infinite possibilities, energy, and excitement. But, a few months into the course, there are always a handful of students who can’t help but get caught up in what everyone else is…
Goals. We all have them. And whether they are big or small, those goals can often lurk in the back of our brains and live there, unfulfilled. The thing is, we tend to push our goals to the end of a very long and never-ending to-do list. After juggling deadlines, work, health, and family, most…
Let’s face it, when it comes to our blogs and businesses, most of us take our cues from what other people are currently doing. From using photos that look a certain way to writing posts that are on-trend, we’re usually afraid to challenge the current status quo. Because, in business, it’s SO easy to just…
A few weeks ago, I happened to catch a story on the news, one where parents are accused of neglect just because they allow their kids a little freedom, like going to the park by themselves or walking the dog alone. Every time I see a story like this, it leads me to wonder, what…
Let’s face it–starting and running a business can feel pretty intimidating, and sometimes even downright scary. And if we’re being honest, most of that fear often comes down to all the unknowns about money. What happens if this business we’re working so hard to build doesn’t actually earn a profit? After all, income minus expenses…
When it comes to your goals, what’s your big why? What’s driving you and bringing purpose to your life? In 2014, I founded Elite Blog Academy® to help teach other people how to create their own successful, profitable online businesses. I’ve had a front row seat to so many of awe-inspiring transformations. It’s completely gratifying…
You’ve done it! You bought that conference ticket and booked your flight. You’ve started packing, and unpacking and then re-packing. Every little detail has been accounted for, but it still hasn’t calmed your nerves. Making the decision to attend a conference or live event is always a little bit scary, right? If you’re anything like…
What do you do when you’re faced with overwhelming obstacles? Allison Toepperwein chose to face her challenges head-on. Now a fearless American Ninja Warrior, Allison is truly an inspiration. Learn how she encounters incredibly hard challenges daily and continues to defy the odds in this post.
The Do It Scared™ Podcast with Ruth Soukup provides weekly motivation, inspiration, and practical instruction for anyone tired of settling for “good enough.” Each week we tackle topics like goal-setting, overcoming procrastination, finding the time, energy & know-how for accomplishing our dreams, and overcoming the obstacles that stand in our way. Don’t miss an episode;…
Do you want to know the biggest thing that holds us back from accomplishing our goals and dreams? It’s a lack of planning! We will always fill our time and there will always be things to do, no matter what those things are. But, without planning ahead and managing our time well, it will be…
It’s been said that we are the sum of the choices we make…but what if our choices leave us unhappy? Tasha Agruso, a self-proclaimed overachiever, EBA® alum, and guest for Episode 14 of the Do It Scared® Podcast, is one of the most courageous people I know. The thing is, Tasha thought she had her…
Why is accountability so important? It’s essential to surround yourself with a few close friends who are not afraid to keep it real and say hard, true things that other people don’t dare to say. In this episode of the Do It Scared Podcast, you’ll learn more about the steps for creating your truth club and how to create deep and meaningful relationships once you find your people!
It’s easy to look at someone who is successful and assume that they’ve always known exactly what they were doing, or that they had some innate expertise that led them down their path to greatness. But in reality, that is very rarely the case. And whether you are growing your business or pursuing some other…
Ever feel like sitting in front of a computer 8-10 hours a day may not actually be a good thing? While working on building our online businesses, it can be so easy to let ourselves go. But what we don’t realize is that we may be losing our confidence in the process, and that can hurt us in the long run! Don’t miss this post, in which Ruth talks about how to build a better business by building a better you!
Life isn’t easy. But can you imagine how boring everything would be if it was? On episode 10 of the Do It Scared® podcast, Dr. Edie Wadsworth, my dear friend and mentor shares just how dark and difficult life can be But that’s never stopped her from taking chances, following her heart, and constantly striving to evolve into the person she’s always known was inside of her.
The Do It Scared™ Podcast with Ruth Soukup provides weekly motivation, inspiration, and practical instruction for anyone tired of settling for “good enough.” Each week we tackle topics like goal-setting, overcoming procrastination, finding the time, energy & know-how for accomplishing our dreams, and overcoming the obstacles that stand in our way. Don’t miss an episode;…
The Do It Scared™ Podcast with Ruth Soukup provides weekly motivation, inspiration, and practical instruction for anyone tired of settling for “good enough.” Each week we tackle topics like goal-setting, overcoming procrastination, finding the time, energy & know-how for accomplishing our dreams, and overcoming the obstacles that stand in our way. Don’t miss an episode;…
Ever dream about creating a successful blogging business so that all your problems can disappear? Unfortunately for all of us, that’s not really the way life works! And while sometimes more money does bring a different set of problems, that’s not a good reason to give up. Don’t miss these five important lessons from Rosemarie Groner about life, success, and bouncing back from curveballs!