Ep 023: What is your version of “Enough”
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In this blog post, I’m talking about my trip to Fort Lauderdale with 4 year old for his first beach trip! This trip got me thinking and today, we’re diving deep into the concept of “enough” and challenges the hustle culture narrative. Through personal stories and actionable exercises, Leah helps you define your version of success, set non-negotiables, and build a business that complements your ideal life. Perfect for side hustling moms looking to plan their 2025 with intention!
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Blog Post: What is Your Version of Enough? How to Define Success on Your Terms
In a world that glorifies hustle culture, it's easy to lose sight of what success truly means for you. The pressure to build bigger businesses, make more money, and constantly achieve can leave you feeling burnt out and disconnected from what really matters. But what if you paused to ask yourself: What is my version of enough?
In this blog post, inspired by Episode 23 of the Systemize Her podcast, we’ll explore how to define your unique version of success and create a life and business that align with your priorities. Whether you're dreaming of a multimillion-dollar empire or a manageable side hustle that lets you spend more time with your family, your vision is valid—and attainable.
The Power of Defining "Enough"
Many of us fall into the trap of chasing "more" because it's what society celebrates. However, "more" isn’t always better. Leah, host of Systemize Her, shares a poignant story about walking on the beach with her son. Their footprints in the sand were fleeting—there for a moment before being washed away by the waves. This metaphor highlights that taking up space doesn’t mean leaving a permanent mark; it means being present and fulfilled in the moment.
Leah’s realization? Success isn’t about how big your mark is—it’s about the meaning behind it.
Step 1: Define Your Version of Success
To create a fulfilling life and business, you need to know what success looks like for you.
Ask yourself these questions:
What does my ideal day look like?
How do I want to feel when I wake up in the morning?
What do I want to prioritize—family, health, financial security, or freedom?
For Leah, success isn’t tied to the size of her business or revenue. Instead, it’s about having time to spend with her family, maintaining her health, and doing work she loves with a small, manageable team.
Your version of success might be different, and that’s okay. Start by defining your non-negotiables—the things you’re unwilling to sacrifice, like family time, rest, or self-care. Then, set a clear vision for your life that incorporates these priorities.
Step 2: Rethink Hustle Culture
The phrase “I’ll sleep when I’m dead” might sound motivating, but for many of us, it’s unsustainable. Leah shares how she’s always prioritized sleep, even during demanding times like nursing school. Why? Because she knows that rest allows her to show up as her best self.
Hustle culture often equates more work with more success, but that’s not always the case. For Leah, the goal isn’t to grow as big as possible but to build a business that fits seamlessly into her life.
Take a moment to reflect on where you’ve been chasing “more.” Does it align with your vision? If not, it may be time to scale back or reevaluate.
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Step 3: Envision Your Perfect Day
Leah’s exercise for defining “enough” starts with imagining your perfect day. Here’s how you can do it:
Grab a notebook or open a notes app.
Divide your vision into four areas: personal, family, work, and business.
For each area, write down what perfection looks like for you.
For example:
Personal: Waking up refreshed, making breakfast for my family, and enjoying weekly massages.
Family: Spending weekends at the park with my kids or traveling during the summer.
Work: Having a part-time job with flexible hours that provides benefits.
Business: Managing a small, streamlined business that generates consistent income without requiring 24/7 attention.
By visualizing your perfect day, you create a baseline to guide your decisions.
Step 4: Build a Business That Aligns with Your Life
Too often, we build our lives around our businesses instead of designing businesses that support the lives we want. Leah emphasizes saving your business planning for last in your vision exercise.
Ask yourself:
How can my business fit into the life I want?
What tasks or goals can I let go of to stay aligned with my vision?
Does this business model serve my priorities?
Final Thoughts: Success, Your Way
Defining "enough" is an empowering process that helps you align your life and business with your values. Your version of success doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s—it just has to feel right for you.
So take the time to define your vision, outline your non-negotiables, and design a business that complements the life you want to live. Remember, you can have it all—as long as “all” aligns with what’s truly important to you.
Hi, I'm Leah- THE Systems Strategist for side hustlers! I love helping side-hustling moms like you organize and automate every aspect of your busy life. Whether it’s keeping your household running smoothly, streamlining your side hustle, or finding that sweet spot where both meet, I’m here to show you that you really can have it all—with a little help from the right systems.
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TECH RECS
Ya’ll are ALWAYS asking for some of my favorite tech tools. Here’s a few of my favs:
moxie
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MAILERLITE
An email marketing platform is a must, and MailerLite is my email marketing platform of choice.
NOTION
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