Blog Post: It’s Your Business, Your Journey – Let’s Stop the Comparing

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We live in a world where comparison is almost unavoidable. Whether it’s scrolling through social media, watching influencers promote products, or seeing other business owners succeed, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking you need to be like them to find success.

I’ve been there. Growing up, I was the tallest girl in my class with the biggest shoe size and I never felt petite or pretty like the other girls. I carried that sense of not measuring up into adulthood — in the workplace, church and even my creative life. I often wished I had someone else’s talents, clothes, or opportunities and I tried to style my hair, makeup and dress like another woman. I was never happy with myself.

The Bible calls this coveting, and it robs us of authenticity. God gave each of us unique gifts and abilities for a reason — no one else can do exactly what you do in exactly the way you do it.

In business, especially creative entrepreneurship, it’s tempting to copy someone else’s blueprint. But we don’t see the struggles behind their journey or the years it took them to reach success. And if your budget, resources, or stage of life is different from theirs, trying to match them step-for-step can leave you frustrated and seriously in debt. And, if you’re a reseller, trying to match stats with another reseller can leave you wanting and defeated.

Here are a few lessons I’ve learned:

1. Decide on Your Own Business Model. Build something that works for your lifestyle, talents and values — not just what’s trending.
2. Work Within Your Means. Don’t go into debt chasing someone else’s vision. Grow at a pace that fits your budget.
3. Believe That Being You is Enough. Low self-esteem can block creativity and joy. Your path is yours for a reason.
4. Don’t Wait for Support to Start. Learn from the resources you have; take small, empowered steps forward.
5. Be Content With Your Progress. Success doesn’t have to be huge or public to be meaningful.

Your journey doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. And when you stop comparing, you free yourself to create, build and live in a way that’s authentic and deeply fulfilling.

If you’ve been feeling weighed down by comparison, I encourage you to step back and re-focus on your business and your journey. The world needs what only you can offer.

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