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It Can Wait Until Tomorrow – I Need to Learn to Take my Time

It can wait until tomorrow. Boy, that’s a hard statement for me to swallow. Ever since I started my first business in 2005, the concept of taking my time did not exist. If I had an idea in my head, it needed to be churned out that same day or the next. No time to think it through, not an option to do it later — I had to do it now. And I wanted it to be perfect. Ha! Perfect…that’s a funny word.

Much has changed in since the wee ol’ days of 2005. Though I still move at a very quick pace, I’ve slowed down quite a bit. I’ve learned so much about letting go. I don’t have a hissy fit if I don’t finish everything on my to-do list. I can actually shop online because I don’t need to have the clothes the moment I pay for it. I can stop what I’m doing mid-project to take a short break if I’m getting drained. And trust me, these things are not easy for me to do.

The best thing about it is the outcome. It gives me more peace of mind, I can think more rationally vs. in-the-moment. Giving myself time to brainstorm also gives me a better outcome. When things are planned and organized well the end product is always the best it can be. I no longer strive for perfection, I strive for the very best that I’m capable of. So really, it can wait til tomorrow. The world won’t end if I don’t finish my to-do list, right?

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Get it Done and Do it Well

Believe me, I don’t mean to curse at you. I’ve actually preferred to say “Just do it” but this statement is taken. I’ve been yelling this statement at myself for the past month and it’s been working for me. (In my mind, not randomly out loud. I’m not a crazy lady, trust me!haha!) Soooo…I thought I’d share. 😉

I know it’s tiring, I know you need your rest, I know you’d rather be laying out on a beach somewhere, I know I know I know. That time will come sooner or later. The bottom line is, get your work done! Get it done and do it well. Don’t just give me the bear minimum, give it all you got!

The thing that used to hold me back: intimidation. No one else inflicted that on me but me. I felt like I didn’t know enough, I didn’t have enough experience, I was too “green.” I shouldn’t be intimidated, I should hold my head up with pride about what I’ve accomplished. And though I may not be the most knowledgeable book in the bookcase, I’ve learned a thing or two about business and my industry.

So how did I get past my intimidation? To be honest, it’s a fighting battle every single day. But to help me get through it I remind myself many things.

1. Don’t worry about what everyone else is doing. What’s important is what you are doing.
2. Continue to better your business and personal life instead of wishing for others’ successes.
3.  Look at blogs and magazines for inspiration, not for reasons to doubt yourself.
4. There is always something new to learn, it’s never over.
5. Do the damn thang!

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iPhone and iPad Case Update, and an Announcement

Throughout this month, Charlie and I have been working tirelessly to get designs up onto our online store. It’s been a very meticulous process, but it’s all been worth it! Slowly but surely our designs are getting put up and I’m so happy we’re almost done for the Summer ’12 line. After this is done, our next project is our look book. I know that’s going to be such a big undertaking. But I’m excited about it at the same time.

I’ve been transitioning my role and the way it affects the company. I’ve been digging deep and really making tough decisions these past few months. Based on our personal and professional goals and a lot of prayer I think I’m finally walking down the right path. At the end of last month, I decided to focus solely on graphic design. CO will continue to provide graphic design and web services, invitations and custom stationery, as well as iPhone and iPad cases.

I was going back and forth about this decision as the past 7 years of my life have been dedicated to the wedding planning industry. To let go of that aspect of my life and career was very difficult for me. I worked so hard, I planned so many events, I met so many great people, and me giving up would mean I failed.. All I thought about was why I should stay. But slowly, it started to crumble away and I started to realize why I should leave. In fact, the last 3 years have been me going back and forth about it. Instead of wanting an answer that same day (cuz that’s just how I roll), I decided to let go and let God. And quickly, he gave me the answer.

Now, I couldn’t be happier! Things have been moving along on my new career path swimmingly and I’m incredibly excited about where my new career path is going to take me. Letting go of my old path may mean I failed, or it may not. But what matters most is that I don’t care. It just means I fell and got back up, better than ever.

Since I’m in a happy mood we’re going to do a contest in June! We’re going to be giving away a free iPad case and a free iPhone in celebration! Stay tuned for details everyone!

 

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