A friend of mine sent me a link to an article that talked about several low cost (or even free) ways to invest in yourself. And she wanted my opinion on how the list could be applied to her business. So, I thought about it and said to myself, “Hey self…maybe other business owners would be interested, too.” And if that’s you, then here’s that list and how it can apply to your business.
By the way, when you invest in your business, you invest in yourself.
And vice versa. Because your business is an extension of who you are. Or at least a real live representation of your valuable ideas. So, consider how much more return on investment (ROI) you’ll get in your life when you invest in it.
Here’s the list…
Regular exercise.
Yeah, you gotta stay healthy. Because it’s hard to work on or build a business if you’re not healthy. And when you don’t have energy and stamina, your business won’t either. And I’m sure I don’t have to tell you there’s a ton of information out there about how exercise improves your brain power, and productivity, and reduces stress. Right?
So, make time, starting today, to move around more. Your body and your business will thank you.
Pump up your current skills.
It’s one thing to be “really good at” what you do. But it’s another thing, entirely, to be considered an expert or authority. Most of my favorite business books share one way or another to do that. And you’re a unique individual. So there’s no single book that’s right for everybody. But check out my recommendations, and I bet you can find one that’ll pay for itself over and over.
Set some goals.
Uh-oh, I can just hear the groans and someone saying, “I’ve got two words for you, Ronda. Bor Ing.” Am I right? But I know, from personal experience, how the truth is the total opposite of boring. Because when you set goals, you actually take control of your time. And when you control your time, it’s amazing how much more creative you’ll get. And those extra creative juices can turn into more ways to build your business and start new ones.
Learn new stuff.
It’s important to have laser focus when it comes to investing in yourself. Because it keeps you on track. And without focus, you could end up “chasing your tail,” as a client mentioned to me recently. But it’s also crucial to measure your performance and make projections. There’s a four letter word for that. PLAN.
And when you track your numbers, you can get ideas about where you (and your business and employees) can improve. So, then you can consider what you can do to share your message, your products, or your services and information with more people.
For example, when I first put my RondaReady System together as an online course, it was totally new territory. I didn’t grow up knowing how to build online courses. And then, my video editor guy recommended I make more videos with me talking about how systems help business owners. But my first thought was…
“Me?! Do videos?! I’m not a video star. And I never played one on…uh…video.”
But with his encouragement, I dipped my toes into the world of video. And even though I still get a serious case of butterflies every time I make a video, I know I’m better than I used to be. And my message gets out to more people. So, believe me…if I can learn new video skills, you can learn new stuff, too.
OK, I’m not even halfway through the list.
So, tomorrow, I’ll continue with some more ways to invest in yourself. But just in case you’d like to jump in full force, instead of just dipping your toes, I suggest my RondaReady System. Because it covers all the points in this list. Plus, lots more. It’s not a typical business course. It helps you actually RUN a business better and faster.
Get your RondaReady System, today. Plug in your business, and Get Ready to Be Ready and be the highly organized CEO you know you can be, and…
Stay Ready,
Ronda
P.S. And if you’re not ready to invest in yourself that much, at least join my mailing list.