I love hearing about people who are keeping it real.
The ones who are juggling this crazy thing called life, and a family, all while growing their business, their way.
Because the truth is, it’s not all rainbows and unicorns all of the time.
But it is worth it in the end.
In the #RealLifeBiz interview series, I talk to some of my favourite people about how they do what they do.
And this week we are talking to Angela Henderson
So Angela, what do you do?
I’m a business consultant at Angela Henderson Consulting; working with women in business to develop their foundational framework and strategy in order to build sustainable and profitable businesses. I do this through my VIP coaching program, my 8 week business coaching program and through my Women in Business Retreat.
How long have you been doing it?
I’ve been a business consultant with Angela Henderson Consulting for just about 3 years, but my first business Finlee and Me for almost 9 years.
What does “balance” mean to you/look like for you?
To be honest, I don’t believe in balance. I believe in what works best for you as a individual and as a family.
What does a normal week include?
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday:
I work with my VIP 1 to 1 coaching clients and also run my 8 week coaching program.
Thursday and Friday:
I use this time to work on my business and do things like: create new projects, meet with my team, network with people and so many other awesome things that help me to grow the business.
What’s the best thing about being your own boss?
That I get to decide everyday how I show up for my business. That I get to be me. That I get to empower business owners. That I get to spark conversations not only around business but other topics like mental health, community and making a bigger impact.
And what’s the worst?
I miss daily lunches with my co-workers. The laughing. The human connection – face to face. This is why I attend so many live events as I miss humans.
When times are good, how do you celebrate?
I celebrate daily regardless if things are good or if things are bad. The way I see it is that there is always something to celebrate. Something to be grateful for. We get to choose to celebrate daily; it’s up to us to make these choices.
When things are crappy, how do you handle it?
I’ve had 4 deaths in the last 16 months. Life has been really freaking hard. REALLY HARD. However, for me it’s been about having a positive mindset. I cry when I need to. I remember these people when I need to, but I choose to look at the bright side. I choose to remain positive. So when things are crappy – I let myself feel this, be sad, take a quick break but then I choose to power on.
What’s the long term plan? (Keep working, build an empire, sell, retire, etc)
I don’t have a long term plan per say. I know I want to continue helping people in business at this point in my life, but I also want to build schools, be a strong advocate for mental health and travel. So for now I’m exploring ways that I can do this.
What’s the one piece of advice you would give anyone running their own business?
Conversations = conversions. Treat people like human beings and not numbers. People want connection. People want community. People want to be heard. Spark conversations. Treat your community like humans. Because when you do this, your heart will be full and you’ll have a successful business.
Thanks Angela
Sam’s post interview notes:
I follow along with Angela’s journey because I love how direct she is. She doesn’t skip around the point, or sugar coat things, but is willing to tell it like it is.