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Creating a sustainable business and a thriving business isn't always easy. So, when the tough times come rolling in as it does for everyone, is your vision big enough to give you that momentum to keep going? Think of all those people that are desperately in need of your service, that are not able to receive the support because you were not clear on how to run a business. Understand why your dreams and visions are essential. Make them bigger than yourself. In this week's episode, Rae Irelan talks about transformational leadership in 2020. Part One of ‘Transformational Leadership (How to Grow in 2020)’ We're seeing a lot of chaos and transformation happening on a global scale. In terms of stepping up into your leadership in these times, you're going to need the ABC which stands for authenticity, business, and creativity. Let's kick it off with authenticity to start. People nowadays are disgusted with outdated belief systems. People are tired of getting sold fake news. There's a lot of questions that are happening like who should we be listening to? Who should we be able to believe it, and who can we believe in this time? And so, there's a lot of uncertainty that's stirred up, which makes it even more important to be leading from a place of authenticity. The world is just craving for it right now. When you can deliver your authenticity, there's going to be a nice nurturing response that will happen from your viewers, your clients, and people that you're interacting with. “Your big vision must keep you going when things get tough.” - Rae Irelan (10:49-11:02) In our society, we've been taught how to use these tactfully manipulating skills to get ahead, especially when it comes to doing business. There's kind of these little ways that you can deceive someone into closing the sale. And these are being taught and passed down. But it also affects our relationships and the authenticity that we have in the life that we're creating. This is a time where tricks are not the first thing that you should be trying to do. Remove your mask and show what's underneath. That way, you can start to establish more trust. Trust is one of the most important pieces of leadership in 2020. There needs to be a trust that is built and then continued to be sustained. There needs to be energy put into creating more trust with everyone that you are in communication with, including your clients, potential clients, viewers, your tribe, and the community that you are leading. Those are some critical pieces of authenticity. People are wanting to understand what they can control and what is certain. It's a significant time as a leader to be able to show your results that you've been able to achieve. And here's where authentic sales come in. It's more important than ever that if you can help someone, then do that. Help them stand up in your leadership and act immediately. Remind yourself that you have a moral obligation and responsibility to serve, especially as times get more chaotic and crazier in the outside world. This is something that you can try on for yourself to understand how you need to be stepping into your truth and showing up more to be of more service. This is not a time to hide your greatness. There might be some people that use the chaos of the world as their excuse for why they're not stepping into their leadership. You cannot do that to yourself. You will know if you're doing this by looking at yourself in the mirror and asking that question. And so, if you feel like there's been extra fear coming in because of world dynamics, then this is the time to make a pivot point. Switch your mindset and focus on the responsibility that you hold. Part Two of ‘Transformational Leadership (How to Grow in 2020)’ There are the basics of messaging, marketing, branding, sales, organization, strategy, all of these pieces that you need to understand as a leader. That way, you can efficiently leverage your time and be able to understand how to make a more significant impact. Not having enough time should not be in your vocabulary because you need to be willing to become a student. Maybe you've learned pieces of business here or there, or you've learned the business in school from professors who have been taught business themselves but have never actually run their own business. It is super important to understand the ins and outs of business as they are currently being run in today's society. Most leaders, entrepreneurs, and coaches end up losing thousands, sometimes millions of dollars, because they're trying these different formulas or strategies instead of using proven methods that have already been done time and time again very successfully. Sometimes, they're even losing countless hours or sometimes years, and that can feel scary. And that can be terrifying to think that if you've such a big mission, such a big message to share with the world and you're missing out on years because you are doing trial and error that someone else could have helped you with. If you understand the business a little bit more, you could have jumped ahead. These are some essential pieces to just think about as you're wanting to step into the transformational space in 2020. “Share your creativity by utilizing stories from your own life.” - Rae Irelan (14:57-15:04) The most powerful leaders show up when things get tough. But in business, it's super important to have coaches or mentors that can help you along the way. You should have someone who has already been in your shoes and is in a position that you'd like to be in. Eventually, they'll be able to tell you the most real and honest advice and help you navigate your business. You might be able to shorten the amount of time or double the amount of impact that your mentors are doing. It is time to stand out. It is time to figure out how to get above all the noise and the clutter of leadership that's happening, and really show who you are so you can do that by just being you. You're already unique enough. You just need to share those parts in your leadership. The more that you're clear on your unique angle, the easier it's going to be for you to identify it with clients that are a perfect match for you. In return, for them to be able to identify you as their perfect coach. And you'll be able to make a bigger splash and more profound impact in the lives of people that you're serving. How can you be in your creative space once a day? And that might mean adjusting other priorities. Some ways that you can understand and learn how to share your creativity is to utilize stories from your own life. And these compelling stories, no matter what life you're living, it will just open up a whole new room full of creativity for you to play with. Play with your storytelling. Sometimes, your vulnerability can attract potential clients to work with you simply because they can relate with your story in a deeper way. And they see you as a human, not just a leader. Creativity truly comes when there is enough space. Make sure that you set up your creative time. It's as important as other business things that need to be taken care of. Make sure that you have these segments of time where you can just be creative, or you have space. Whether you like to sing, dance, paint, or write, take the time to do that because it's going to spark new ideas for how you can be a better leader. To all the transformational leaders out there, IT'S YOUR TIME TO STEP UP! How To Connect Are you ready to channel your inner goddess and receive abundance from being uniquely YOU? The world is prepared for you and your work, are YOU? If you are serious about taking charge of your life and business, then go here: https://www.thegoddessfest.com/creative-vessel