Still figuring it out
Welcome to Still figuring it out.
A blog that shares real talk about running a business (without the fluff).
It’s about everything that goes on behind-the-scenes of running a business—mindset, boundaries, strategy, processes, and yep… finances too.
Running a business isn’t a straight line. Some days you’re crushing it. Other days, you’re googling “Can I nap under my desk and still be a CEO?”
We’re here to help you through it with tips, tools, and reminders that you’re not alone in any of it.
7 ways to stop the rabbit hole from hijacking your workday
Rabbit holes feel productive in the moment. You learn something new, fix a problem, or finally organize that system that has been bugging you for months. But while you are deep in the work, everything else in your business quietly piles up. In this post I share what I realized about my own rabbit hole habit, why it was creating more stress than progress, and the simple changes I am making to keep focus time from taking over my entire day.
Assumptions are not a system
Most workplace problems aren’t caused by laziness or incompetence. They happen because someone assumed something was “common sense” and never actually explained it. What feels obvious to you is based on your experience, your standards, and your way of working. Clarity fixes what common sense breaks, and communication is what turns assumptions into systems that actually work.
Ninja vs Sloth: The truth behind running a business
Some days you’re sharp, focused, and knocking things off your list like a business ninja. Other days your brain feels foggy and everything takes more effort than it should. Both days are normal. The problem isn’t sloth days, it’s expecting ninja level output every single day and turning normal human energy dips into personal failures.
I didn’t want to write this. But here we are.
Most days as a business owner aren’t about passion or motivation. They’re about follow through. When you keep putting things off, your brain learns that your plans are optional and everything starts to feel heavier than it should. Following through isn’t about grind or discipline. It’s about reducing chaos, protecting your energy, and building a business that doesn’t fall apart the second you’re tired or over it.
Why “I want it done my way” got you to me in the first place
Your way built your business but it’s also what’s keeping you stuck. “I want it done my way” might have worked when it was just you, but now it’s what’s standing between you and growth. Let go of control, free yourself from being the bottleneck in your own business.
Why knowing you aren’t good at something is a superpower
Admitting what you’re not good at isn’t weakness, it’s strategy. The sooner you stop trying to be amazing at everything, the sooner your business gets stronger, smarter and a lot less exhausting. Delegating the right things gives you back the time and energy to focus on what you do best.
Bookkeeping is like going to the gym, you always say you’ll start Monday, but Monday never comes
The longer you put off bookkeeping, the tougher it feels to start. Here’s how to finally get those financial reps in without pulling a mental muscle.
Boundaries: The cheapest productivity tool you’re not using
If you think running your business 24/7 is something to brag about, you’re wrong. It’s not hustle, it’s a fast-track to burnout. Boundaries aren’t just about “self-care”, they’re the cheapest productivity tool you’re not using. In this blog, I’m calling out the bad habits that keep business owners chained to their work, showing you exactly what it’s costing you and sharing the boundaries I use every day to protect my time, energy and focus.
You said “do the thing.” Your team did the wrong thing. Here’s how to fix that.
Your team isn’t psychic, they’re just trying their best with vague instructions. If you’ve ever said “do the thing” and been shocked it got done wrong, this one's for you. Here are 5 practical tips to help you stop the guessing game and start giving instructions that help get sh!t done.
Can I just finish one thing before 10 more land on my plate?
Feeling buried under a mountain of “urgent” tasks? This blog tackles the multitasking myth and shares real-life tips for getting the right things done, without dropping all the plates.
Boundaries for everyone!
Wait, do I still need to tell someone I’m going to do an errand? Corporate conditioning eroded my boundaries, but here’s how I took them back.