CURIOSITY & this cat
Elevate your wonder
I recently led a retreat to help attendees question what they think they know about their lives, thoughts, and inner selves so they can make meaningful progress with a new lens.
The topic got me thinking…
While the day-long retreat focused on personal endeavors, the concept of returning to curiosity can also help address business challenges.
I don’t know about you, but much of the messaging I received while growing up (and in while working in corporate) focused on "sticking to the plan" at all costs.
Once established, "the plan" was lauded as the safest route to successful outcomes.
But what I've learned in the 7+ years of running my business and helping hundreds of entrepreneurs build theirs through brand strategy, content development, and authentic marketing, is that the ability to PIVOT and make aligned decisions in the moment is often WAY more important than a plan.
Over the past few months, I've worked with dozens of businesses across multiple industries experiencing slowdowns in their markets:
- Their products and services aren't selling as effortlessly
- Their growth has slowed
- Some have had to make tough decisions like delaying investments, postponing projects, laying people off, or pivoting their offers.
Impending elections, economic uncertainty, technology disruptions & distrust, and cyclical slumps have made it harder, but are also an invitation to revisit strategies and get curious about what works now.
I've experienced slowdowns, too.
While I’ve been contemplative about my own experiences, I’ve made progress by taking care of my nervous system (movement, meditation, & rest baby!) and returning to CURIOSITY:
✅ What do I really want to accomplish?
✅ What actions have I not considered that can lead to success for everyone involved?
I've made some tough decisions in my life and business, but here's one that wasn't so tough to make:
I'm hosting a "Pricing Throwback" to kick off the fall.
Need new content or a refreshed brand story based on who you are now, what you value, and how you deliver?
Launching something and need brand/marketing coaching along the way?
Ready to revisit your current strategy and align your marketing and goals for clarity and consistency?
Let's chat! I've got some budget-friendly offers that I can customize for you.
Why the rate drop?
The decision was easy.
Once I got curious about what I really wanted to deliver, I realized my biggest wish is to support the people who I LOVE TO WORK WITH during this wonky-ass time.
In turn, I’m supported with values-aligned work that helps business owners clarify their voices, know their strategies, and confidently talk about what they do.
Curiosity may have killed the proverbial cat, but in my experience, it saves time and money…and leads to success.
xox,
Michelle
P.S. Need a thought partner? Seriously, let's chat — no obligation. Book a virtual coffee with me.
P.P.S. Want to read more about ways to get curious? Check out why the concept of “either/or” is faulty and read how to be a scientist rather than an expert.
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