This week - Venus Media turns 6 - the "Mother" of all numbers! And this has me doing quite a bit of reflection on what it takes to be an entrepreneur. As I think back on the ups and downs of starting a company, these are the top 6 lessons I've learned:
1. Ignorance is Bliss. If I'd known everything that it takes to start, build and run a company, I'm not sure I would have done it. Not knowing everything actually helped me push through at some of the toughest moments and find creative solutions to challenges along the way.
2. Reputation is everything. Do what you say you're doing to do. Show up, follow up and do good work. When you do, your clients and partners will remember it and they will recommend and refer you to others.
3. The business is only as strong as your weakest team member. Hire people that are smarter than you, set-aside your ego and be open to feedback from within your team. This is the foundation for growth.
4. Culture WINS even when there are setbacks. Treat your team with love and respect and find fun ways to celebrate the wins. This makes the losses easier to digest.
5. When all else fails, hard work and showing up every day will payoff. "Days off" don't exist as a founder. So when times are slow the best thing to do is to get up and get to work. Activity breeds activity and doing this consistently will ensure success down the road.
6. Mental and Physical health are everything. Working out, keeping a routine and eating and sleeping well are all a HUGE part of being a successful entrepreneur. If you're not well, your business will suffer - so make sure you take care of YOU first and foremost.
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🎉 It’s our 6th birthday, and we couldn’t be more excited! 🎂 In numerology, the number six is connected to Venus and is often seen as the “Mother” of all numbers. It symbolizes unity and connection—qualities we strive to embody every day.
So, here’s to an amazing sixth anniversary! 🍾 A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who has supported us—friends, family, colleagues, and partners.
We’ve achieved so much in the past 6 years, but this is just the beginning…
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