I have been thinking a lot about “owning my truth” and “being authentic.” Being apart of two networking groups www.meetup.com/Action-Accountability-Network/ and www.meetup.com/SpeakTankAustin/ both of these concepts has come up in conversation.
As I continue growing as a business owner, I realize I know my truth, I just do not always share it with others. When I was told I need to move my business forward or get off the pot (nicer way to say it) it stung, but I knew it was true. But even with it being the truth, I still knew deep down the reasoning behind not moving forward as quick as I should.
So what is holding me back you asked? My truth is:
1. I am a one-women show
2. I have very limited funds so I have to make tough financial choices
3. My learning curve is steep
4. I do things at my pace, which is not as quick as others
I do know my ultimate truth which is I will do things the way I know how and at my own pace. I know people will not want to work with me or hear from me, but I can only do me. I will continue to push forward and do what I need to do to have a very successful magazine.
Damita Miller-Shanklin is the Founder and Publisher of Ujima Magazine. She is also the host of Ujima TV with Damita and Evelina.
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