224: How to Work Full Time and Launch a Business? [Advice from The Biz Chix Community]

The BizChix Community shares advice on how women can building a side business while still working a full time job. This advice also applies to women who are building a business while taking care of small children full time. Key Takeaways: [2:34] Natalie shares positive feedback from a listener. [4:46] The reality of balancing a side business with other full-time responsibilities. [6:48] Biz Chix Community Member, Kim, asks how to grow her side business when she works a full-time job and then comes home and takes her of her family. [10:30] What advice does Natalie give Kim about her current situation? [11:19] Can you squeeze in nine more hours per week? [12:57] Several members recommend getting work done in the early morning hours. [15:11] Time blocking for even simple tasks can increase productivity. [15:38] How can you involve the family and get them to rally around what you are doing? [18:49] Cut out the unnecessary and be creative with how you find time to work. [20:04] How can recognizing a “win” help you? [24:50] How energy levels and gratitude affect running a business. [26:11] Community members share expert tips on managing tasks to increase productivity. [30:36] Planning and time management are key elements to progressing in your business. [32:39] Natalie emphasizes one of her mottos: “Keep your eyes on your own paper. Keep your eyes on your own business.” [36:41] Can the movie, “What About Bob?” teach you something about how you approach your business?   Mentioned in this Episode: Setting Intentions Workshop with Dr. Romie and Natalie Work with Natalie If you are struggling in your business and don’t know what to focus on or if you have a business or new product idea and just want someone else to bounce the idea off of, I would love for you to book a 90 minute strategy session with me. There is no long term commitment and it is the most affordable way to work with me.   I do these with entrepreneurs at all stages and have also been working with podcasters who want to align their podcast to their business or find a way to monetize their podcast. Click here: Bizchix.com/workwithme This content originally appeared on BizChix.com.