We all have a version of ourselves we envisioned when we created our business. Yours may be a confident woman who wakes up each morning, breezes through her routine, and is ready to slay her day!
She checks her inbox to find clients praising her for transforming their lives. She stumbles across more emails from people begging to work with her.
She then checks her bank account and realises she has nothing to worry about. Finances are all taken care of because of this opportunity she created for herself.
And on top of that, she has just hired a team of help so she can focus on the parts of her work that light her up.
She feels fulfilled and grateful knowing she’s able to help others. She has answered her calling.
Life is going great!
Maybe this is your version. Maybe not. But in the end, we all want similar outcomes in our business — fulfilment in what we do and no financial worries. Ah. What a calming thought.
The problem is… you’re not quite there yet and you’re not sure how to get there. This is exactly what I’m teaching right now in my coaching program.
The secret is all about tapping into your ideal self.
A concept that changed everything for me is the idea of Be. Do. Have. This asks the questions who do you need to be and what do you need to do to have what you desire in your life?
Stop and think about that for a second. You need to embody the person you want to BE. DO things and make actions like that person does. Then you can HAVE the results you want.
The woman you aspire to become is in your head in some form. But, you should get very clear on who she is (more on how to do this later).
And once you’re crystal clear, you can connect with her in ways that will inspire you. It’s a very powerful mindset shift.
The main message of this concept is to discover and embody the ‘Next Level You’.
How to Live Like the Next Level You
You’re probably wondering ‘what in the world is “Next Level You”?’.
If you’ve never heard of it, it’s the idea that you are living NOW for the person you want to become. In other words, you need to show up as your ideal self TODAY. Don’t wait for her to show up.
I mentioned before that most of us have this woman dreamed up inside our heads, so...
Here are some questions you can ask yourself to tap into this future version of yourself:
How does she act?
How does she make her decisions?
How does she feel on a daily basis?
What are her habits?
Once you figure out the answers to these questions, you’ll be able to zen with her. It helps if you write them down on paper so you can see your answers with your own eyes.
You should start with self-reflection. Start getting aware of yourself. Oftentimes, it’s easier to think about someone else achieving your goals because to you they may seem far-fetched.
Come up with a picture in your mind and imagine you’re someone else. Think about where she is in her journey. Think about what she has achieved. Think about her next steps. And make decisions as she would. Again, it’s a mindset thing.
This is how we can get unstuck in our current situation where we may feel like we’re at a standstill.
Eventually, you’ll be able to look at that person as your own self, and the confidence will come naturally.
Why is it Important?
I stand behind this concept because I believe it can truly accelerate our business. We will get where we want to be so much faster because we’re making decisions as someone who’s already successful. Even if you’re not quite there yet.
I’ve done this exercise with my current clients and see such a positive change in their mindsets. It’s captivating to watch.
How Can You Make This a Habit?
This is something that takes practice with time. It can become a formed habit if you dig deep and do the inner work.
I suggest doing actions daily and make it a routine.
Here are some tips to get it going:
1. Have a daily 5-minute practice
Do something as simple as journaling every day. You can write down your daily wins, for example. This allows you to see everything you’ve accomplished that day. You will feel empowered for tomorrow.
2. Reflect on your day. What went well today? What didn’t go well today?
Think about what felt seamless, along with what you could improve on. And apply this to your future decisions. It’s important to know and be aware of both so you can make changes where you need them.
3. Ask yourself ‘was I making decisions as Next Level Me?’
Be mindful of your choices for the day and notice if they are what your next-level version would do. If not, it’s time to regroup. Always be thinking ‘What would she do?’.
We are Ever-Changing
One thing to keep in mind is this version of yourself is ever-changing. You are always evolving as a person in your everyday life. So, it’s no different when it comes to your business self.
Of course, I believe your ‘business self’ and your ‘personal self’ interlink with each other.
But it’s all about connecting with that future person so you can adapt as things change.
The important thing is to be clear on your goals so you can make the NEXT LEVEL YOU proud to call you her past self. How’s that for a turnaround?
Let’s change the way you think about your business.
If you want to hear my PODCAST on this topic, head over here to listen. I get down and deep on this with fellow entrepreneur Nicole Rose, host and founder of the ‘Big Queen Energy’ Podcast.
After you listen to the podcast, take the time to reflect on your own self. This is the perfect time to get started on that version of yourself you know you can be!