First let me share how I made the shift…

My own money story fluctuated for many years. I didn’t realize that I was primarily held back from years of “generational programming.” That meant I was looking to my husband to provide for my financial needs. Deep down inside, I never believed it was possible to earn more than he did. I unconsciously had capped my own earning ability and it stayed there for years to come.

When I first started out in business, my highest priority was getting new clients and making a real difference through my work. Money was not a big motivator for me and I felt very uncomfortable discussing anything related to money.  This led me to undercharging for my services, giving away huge amounts of my time for free, and feeling awkward when it came to discussing my fees.

My first breakthrough came when I landed a very lucrative corporate deal and I honestly thought my money problems would be solved. I was enjoying a six-figure income and the lifestyle that came with it. But it soon became apparent that earning more money was not going to be the magical solution I thought it would be. Sure, it helped - a lot - but realizing that I had a relationship with money that meant I was either avoiding it or spending too much of it, it became clear that I needed to dig deeper into my money story before it literally cost me everything; and it nearly did when I lost my big contract, finding myself scarily close to bankruptcy and not knowing how I was going to turn my business and money story around.

I realized that to be successful in business, I not only had to learn some business building strategies but I also had to learn more about money – both the practical emotional side of handling it. I tried to put the pieces together for myself as nobody I knew was talking about this. I did pretty well, creating a new six-figure business within a year, so I had the income creation part going well.

While I had learned how to make more money, I certainly hadn’t learned how to keep it, plus while my own debt was lowering, my spending was still going up. I started to work with top mentors who focused on both business building and money and I became fascinated to discover the whole story and negative relationship that I had with money that would continually sabotage my success unless I found another way.

What I learned has completely changed my life and my business inside and out, which is why I want to share this with other entrepreneurs so they can stop self-sabotaging behaviors, shatter the financial glass ceiling, and finally start enjoying the freedom that comes with generating more income and being in control of their earning potential.

Here are a few ways I have mastered money:

I have gone from having a head-in-the-sand approach to money to knowing exactly what’s going on. This one action alone has provided so much clarity and empowerment.

I know where my weak spots are (or could be) involving money and know how to stop myself before they take over and sabotage my efforts.

I have systems in place that have removed the stress that I associated with money previously, which means I can now dedicate my time and energy to fulfilling my purpose and playing a much bigger game in business.

I regularly set new “Bold Money Goals” for earning more than I’ve ever done before. This time I am confident that I will actually get to enjoy most of it!

I have created a new, healthy relationship with money to pass on to my children so that they can be empowered in their financial actions and value the freedom that money brings.

I have cleaned up my money messes, ridding my life and bank account of things that are money-drains, or that I didn’t need to pay but had been doing without thinking or acting.

I have a plan for my life and my finances that aligns with who I am, what I want to create for my family, and the lifestyle I want to lead.

I am no longer a victim to my own sabotaging habits and mindset around money that didn’t just hold me back personally but also nearly stopped me from fulfilling my purpose in life.

I am truly excited about my own financial future and this is just the start!

After years of my head-in-the-sand approach to money, I am finally feeling in control and creating the financial future that I should have started building a very long time ago and it feels amazing.

I have learned that if we are serious about living a quality life, of being a good role model for our friends, colleagues and family, and contributing to causes that are close to our own hearts, then we absolutely must become savvy, respectful and joyful around money to create the kind of reality that will enable all of those things to happen, and more. There is no silver bullet to making this happen – you must stop thinking that it will “magically” happen all by itself because it won’t. You have to take back control and get into the driver’s seat when it comes to money.

As I discovered on my journey to financial security, money is the lifeblood of any business and without it your passion to do great work in the world will rapidly disappear. Lack of money creates a lot of stress, worry and anxiety as well as playing havoc with your close relationships. Having more money gives you more choices. Choices create new opportunities and give you greater financial ease and peace of mind.

Imagine having the freedom to decide which schools you want your children to attend.

Imagine having the choice to travel the world on your own terms and to stay in great hotels.

Imagine the choice of selecting the home you want for your family in the neighborhood you want.

Imagine the choice to give back more and contribute generously to the causes that are close to your own heart.

The stark reality of many business leaders and entrepreneurs is that they crave a freedom-based lifestyle and want to make a bigger difference in the world, but find themselves constantly worried about a lack of financial resources.

Your business cannot thrive on strategy and marketing tactics alone. It’s never the perfect product or service, sales pitch, attractive opt-in or most creative marketing strategy that will win the game of wealth. In fact, you can have several business owners implementing the same set of strategies but only a few of them will be financially successful. Why is that? It’s because their personal relationship with money and comfort level with receiving greater wealth in their lives is more closely aligned with the vision of success they want to achieve.