When you're running a business by yourself, it can be a solitary journey. It's not that you lack colleagues to converse with in your office; it's more about the feeling of isolation that often accompanies the responsibility of making crucial business decisions. You find yourself evaluating what works and what doesn't, all while carrying the weight of uncertainty about your business's future. It's like being on an island, making every decision alone.
This is where the significance of having someone in a similar situation to confide in becomes evident.
In my own experience, during the nine years I managed my firm, I had a lifeline to two exceptionally dynamic women: Ingrid and Cherie.
At that time, Cherie was running her law firm in Virginia, Ingrid had her own firm in Tampa, and I was located in Kissimmee, Florida.
I can say with utmost confidence that I spoke with these remarkable women every week, sometimes even every day. It eventually became a routine; I'd talk to one in the morning and the other in the afternoon.
Our interactions went beyond mere pep talks. In many instances, they provided me with opportunities for business growth and served as outlets for my concerns.
Cherie even referred a few cases that had transferred from Virginia to Florida to me. Ingrid and I collaborated on numerous cases, and she entrusted me to handle the collections aspect of her firm.
I can't begin to count the times Ingrid and Cherie encouraged me to take on cases that I initially feared. Cherie’s philosophy was that nobody could bring you down, so why fret about courtroom battles? Ingrid's perspective was that she didn't have time for complaints; she wanted me to channel my skills into action.
Often, we forget about the people who stand beside and behind us, providing support when we're wrestling with our fears and insecurities. It's astonishing to reflect on a nine-year period when I conversed daily with two fellow attorneys and close friends—individuals whose words and support gave me the confidence to believe in my capabilities and what I was achieving.
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