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What Will Your Next Quarter Of A Century Story Be?

Studio1 Design on January 15, 2025

Last night, I saw Hamilton with a friend.
(It’s no secret I love a good stage show.)

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But this one landed differently.

There’s a line that stayed with me long after the curtain closed:

“How do you want others to tell your story when you’re gone?”

It’s the kind of question that doesn’t just linger.
It moves you.

Not because it’s dramatic — but because it’s honest.
Because whether we say it out loud or not, many of us are asking the same thing:
What am I really creating with the life I’ve been given?

For the Founder at a Crossroads

As we step into a new year — and not just any year, but the start of a new quarter-century — it’s worth pausing.

Twenty-five years is a long time to build.
And if you’re reading this, chances are you’ve spent much of that time in motion.
Growing something. Leading something. Becoming someone.

But maybe now, the question isn’t what have I built?
It’s what story do I want to shape from here?

What story will your next 25 years tell — and will it reflect who you really are now?

Looking Back, Then Forward

Twenty-five years ago, I was standing at a crossroads.
Stay where it’s safe, or follow the pull of something unknown.

I chose the leap.

That choice didn’t come with a clear plan or guarantee.
But it came from something deeper — a knowing.
And every part of my journey since, including building MG, has come from that one decision:
To live in alignment.

Not with someone else’s idea of success.
But with my own truth.

What About You?

Maybe you’re standing in a similar space now.
You’ve built well. You’ve led well.
But you’re feeling the edge of something new.

And while it’s easy to get swept up in goals and plans — this isn’t about resolutions.

This is about revelation.
About slowing down enough to hear the questions that matter.

What truly moves the needle in your life and leadership?
What can you release to create space for what actually matters now?
What decisions are calling you to lead from clarity instead of habit?

Legacy Isn’t Someday. It’s Now.

Legacy isn’t something you leave behind.
It’s something you shape as you go.

With every choice.
Every conversation.
Every time you decide to return to what’s real for you.

This season — this year — is an opening.

To plant something aligned.
To act from your values.
To lead in a way that feels like home.

So ask yourself honestly:
What story do you want this next season to tell?

And what decision would a founder aligned with that story make today?

Tanya Cross

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Studio1 Design on December 18, 2024

Where Are You Holding Back? (And What Could Happen If You Stopped?)

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Let me ask you something — and I’d love your honest answer:
On a scale of 1 to 10, how satisfied are you with your business right now?

It’s a deceptively simple question.
But the response often holds more than just a number — it holds a story.
A story of growth… and sometimes of hesitation.

And if you’re a founder reading this, I want you to know:
I see the weight that comes with building something meaningful.
I also see how easy it is to stall — not because you don’t care,
but because you care so much that it all has to be just right before you move.

The Real Reasons You Might Feel Stuck

There was a time when I found myself doing exactly that.
• Delaying launches because they weren’t “perfect”
• Staying quiet out of fear of being misunderstood
• Hiding behind over-editing, tweaking, and second-guessing
• Waiting to invest until I felt more “ready”
• Holding myself to impossible standards because success had to look a certain way

The business was there.
But my belief in it — and in myself — hadn’t caught up.

And that’s often where founders stall:
Not in lack of skill or vision…
But in the quiet tension between wanting more and fearing what it will ask of you.

Perfection is a Distraction

Founders are natural visionaries.
We see what’s possible.
But that same gift can turn into pressure — pressure to execute perfectly, to scale quickly, to lead flawlessly.

And so we delay.
We overwork.
We stay in motion but don’t really move.

But here’s the truth:
Clarity comes from action, not the other way around.
You don’t need to feel confident before you show up.
You build confidence by showing up.

What Shifted Everything for Me

It wasn’t a funnel.
Or a big launch.
Or a rebrand.

It was the decision to treat my work like it mattered.
To act as though I believed in myself, even before I fully did.
To choose movement over perfection.

And it changed everything.
Because when you lead from belief, you become magnetic.
You stop performing and start building something sustainable, something real, something truly aligned.

Your Business Isn’t a Hobby, It’s a Reflection of You

If you treat your business like a side project, it will behave like one.
But when you treat it as the platform for your legacy — it begins to grow roots.

And not just financially.
But in how it gives you back your time, your energy, your freedom.

Things like:
• Making your own schedule
• Saying yes to therapy, rest, and actual joy
• Creating from a place of integrity, not pressure
• Spending time with people you love because you’ve built the space to

This is the real reward of alignment.
Not just the income.
But the inner space to live the way you’ve always wanted to.

So, Founder… What’s Your Number?

Where are you feeling stretched?
Where are you still waiting for things to be “ready”?
What would happen if you took the next step before everything was perfect?

This isn’t about pushing.
It’s about choosing.

The life and business you want aren’t built all at once, they’re shaped moment by moment, choice by choice.

Let’s talk about what’s next for you.
Not from pressure.
From purpose.

You’ve come this far.
Let’s go further, with intention, clarity, and the space to grow into your next season.

Tanya Cross

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Put these in place now

Studio1 Design on December 11, 2024

Founder, It’s Time to Put Your Boundaries in Place

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We’re coming up to the end of the year.
And maybe, just maybe, you’re feeling it.

The pull to pause.
The longing to exhale.
The need to step back from the weight of decisions, expectations, and everyone else’s urgency.

But here’s what tends to happen:
A client wants something last minute.
A team member needs you.
There’s one more deal to close.
One more fire to put out.

And because you care deeply, you say yes.
Again.

But just because you can carry it doesn’t mean you should.

Your Leadership Doesn’t Have to Come at the Cost of Yourself

As founders, we often confuse being available with being effective.
We equate service with self-sacrifice.
We think boundaries are for when things are calmer, when we’ve earned the right to rest.

But here’s the truth:
If you don’t define your boundaries, your business will define them for you.
And the more successful you become, the more people will need from you.

It’s not wrong to be needed.
But if you don’t set the edges, it becomes too easy to overextend, and too hard to find yourself inside your own life.

Where Is It Time to Draw the Line?

Boundaries aren’t walls.
They’re the agreements you make with yourself about what protects your energy, your values, and your vision.

They look like:
• Being clear about when you’re on and when you’re not
• Saying no to requests that don’t honour your capacity
• Protecting your calendar without guilt
• Letting your team or clients know in advance when you’re offline
• Trusting that the business can breathe without your constant presence

Boundaries aren’t a sign of weakness.
They’re a mark of leadership.

You’re Not Wrong for Wanting a Break

This isn’t about checking out.
It’s about checking in, with yourself.

It’s asking:

What do I need to recover, reflect, and return clear?
What agreements do I want to make with my time and energy this season?
Where am I saying yes to keep the peace, even when I’m quietly falling apart?

When you honour your needs, you show others how to do the same.
When you rest, you lead from fullness, not fumes.

And when that “urgent” call comes on December 28th, you’ll know what to say.

Clarity Creates Confidence

So here’s what I want you to know:
• It’s okay to take a break.
• It’s okay to set limits.
• It’s okay to let people know ahead of time.
• And it’s more than okay to not explain yourself when the time comes.

Your business doesn’t thrive because you’re constantly available.
It thrives because you’re aligned.

Boundaries make that possible.

Not someday.

Now.

Tanya Cross

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Stop using pain to push you

Studio1 Design on December 4, 2024

Do You Really Need a Breakdown to Have a Breakthrough?

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Let me ask you something real:
Are you tired of needing a problem to finally get moving?

It’s a pattern I know well.
And if you’re a founder who’s built your business by pushing through crisis, chances are, you know it too.

The moment something breaks down…
The money dips.
The relationship strains.
The system fails.
That’s when you take action.

You rise.
You rebuild.
You solve.

And sure, it works.
Until it doesn’t.

The Fire Isn’t the Only Way to Grow

There was a time I believed I had to be in the thick of the fire to lead.
Like my story wouldn’t be valid unless it came with scars.

Financial pressure.
Family breakdowns.
Health crises.

I used to think these were necessary parts of the journey, the fuel I needed to show up.

And in some ways, they did shape me.
But at some point, I had to ask:

Am I growing because I want to, or only when I have to?
Do I know how to expand from vision, not just from survival?

Because waiting for pain to push you is a high-cost strategy.

From Reactive Growth to Vision-Driven Leadership

Most founders are conditioned to move through stress.
It’s why we’re good in a crisis.
But staying in that reactive mode constantly solving, fixing, pushing eventually wears you out.

It creates an internal culture where nothing shifts unless it breaks.
Where you associate progress with pressure.
And growth becomes a response to discomfort, not a commitment to purpose.

But there’s another way.
A quieter, more powerful way.

One that doesn’t wait for pain to call the shots.

What If Growth Didn’t Come From Suffering?

Real expansion doesn’t need a disaster to justify it.

You can:
• Launch because you desire to, not because you’re desperate
• Delegate because you value your energy, not because you’re drowning
• Evolve because it’s time, not because something failed

This isn’t about bypassing pain.
It’s about not needing it to be your only driver.

Growth through purpose lasts longer.
It feels better.
And it keeps you in the seat of your own leadership.

The Shift: Pain-Inspired vs. Purpose-Aligned

Pain will move you, no question.
It’s the wake-up call that forces us to act.

But if you only grow through crisis, life will keep serving you one.

What if instead, you learned to create from alignment?

That’s what I call self-concordant growth.
Where your goals reflect who you truly are.
Where action comes from clarity, not chaos.
Where the “why” behind your work is bigger than just fixing a problem.

You Don’t Have to Earn the Next Level Through Struggle

The founder you’re becoming doesn’t need breakdowns to breakthrough.

They need:
• A clear relationship with what they value
• A vision bigger than whatever fire is burning
• The courage to grow without a push from pain

You can evolve without falling apart first.
You can create without crisis.
You can lead without burning out.

So Ask Yourself…

Right now, am I acting from vision or reacting to pain?

And if it’s the latter, what would it look like to shift?

You don’t have to throw out the past.
You’ve built strength through fire.
But your next level may not require flames — just presence, clarity, and the willingness to choose growth without needing permission from pain.

You’re allowed to move forward even when everything’s fine.

That’s what visionaries do.

Tanya “Do The Work” Cross

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Why do you keep learning?

Studio1 Design on November 27, 2024

Is Your Learning Leading You Somewhere or Just Keeping You Busy?

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Let’s talk about something I see often with founders.

A full folder of programs.
Courses still sitting in inboxes.
Tabs open with masterclasses, eBooks, worksheets.

You love to learn.
But deep down, there’s a quiet question:

“Is all of this actually moving me forward?”

You’re not alone in that.

Why Are You Really Learning?

Learning is powerful.
But only when it’s intentional.

Some founders learn because they’re deeply curious.
Some learn to stay ahead.
Some learn because they’re building something real and need tools.

But others?
They learn because it feels productive, even when it’s actually a delay tactic.
Or because it soothes the discomfort of not feeling ready.
Or because it’s safer to stay in prep mode than to risk being seen.

None of this is wrong.
But it’s worth noticing.

Your Growth Isn’t in the Course, It’s in the Application

You don’t get results from consuming.
You get results from integrating.

It’s not about how many trainings you’ve completed.

It’s about how often you stop, reflect, and ask:

• Why am I learning this?
• What am I going to do with it?
• What outcome do I want it to create?

When you know your reason, you give your learning direction.
You start measuring success not just in certificates but in clarity, confidence, and traction.

The Learn and Earn Cycle (And How Founders Use It Differently)

Here’s the pattern I teach my clients:
Learn, Apply, Earn, Reinvest.

It’s not linear. It’s a cycle.
And when you use it intentionally, it becomes one of your most powerful tools.

You:

• Take in something new
• Apply it, even messily
• Refine it through lived experience
• Earn from it, whether financially or energetically
• Then reinvest in what will elevate you next

That is the loop that sustains real momentum, not just motion.

What’s Fueling Your Learning Right Now?

Let’s get honest for a second.
Some of us learn to prove our worth.
Some to avoid stillness.
Some because the discomfort of not knowing feels like failure.

But when you name what’s underneath, you reclaim your power.

If your learning is driven by fear or pressure, it will wear you out.
If it’s rooted in alignment and clarity, it will expand you.

And that is where the real return lives.

You Don’t Need Another Course, You Need to Know Why

Before you open another module or buy another download, ask:
• Am I learning to move forward or to avoid discomfort?
• Do I know what I’ll do with this knowledge?
• Am I measuring my growth based on what matters to me?

You don’t need to learn more.
You need to learn with purpose.

Learn Less. Apply More. Move Forward.

This season, let your learning be lean.
Let it be aligned.
Let it be something that fuels your actual expansion, not just your content library.

Because as a founder, your real power isn’t in what you know.
It’s in what you do with what you know.

Tanya “growth learner” x

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The paradox is real

Studio1 Design on November 20, 2024

The Vulnerability Paradox in Leadership

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As a founder, you are often expected to lead with strength, clarity, and vision.
To hold it together.
To have it together.

Whether you’re building a team, guiding clients, or shaping a brand, the pressure to embody what you teach is real.

It’s like the personal trainer with a toned body or the interior designer with a flawless home.
The assumption is that your life should reflect your work.

But what if it doesn’t?
What if, behind the scenes, you’re navigating doubt, fatigue, or your own growth edge?

This is the vulnerability paradox.
You are leading others toward truth and alignment, while wondering if you’re allowed to show up in your own mess.

The Mask of Perfection is a Heavy One

In leadership, there is often an unspoken belief that strength means control.
That confidence means certainty.
That you are supposed to be the one who knows, the one who holds space, the one who does not flinch.

But hiding what is real creates more tension.
It separates you from the very thing that makes your leadership powerful: your humanity.

The pressure to be perfect can become a quiet prison.
One that disconnects you from support, keeps you isolated, and erodes the integrity of your voice.

Your Humanity is Not a Liability

Vulnerability is not weakness.
It is not a lack of competence.
It is the path back to connection.

In my own life, I remember the exact moment the mask cracked.
It was confronting.
And also freeing.

I realised that the fear of being seen was keeping me from being known.
And that my impact did not require perfection.
It required presence.

Finding the Balance Between Truth and Trust

You don’t need to spill everything.
You don’t need to perform your struggle.
But you also don’t need to hide.

Your people can feel the difference between curated leadership and embodied truth.

When you allow space for your vulnerability, you create space for theirs too.
That is where trust lives.
Not in having it all figured out, but in being real with what you are figuring out now.

Leadership Can Be Lonely Without Safe Spaces

Many founders find themselves in this in-between space.
You are holding others, but not sure who is holding you.

Your team looks to you.
Your clients look to you.
Your community looks to you.

And it can leave you wondering where you get to lay it down.

This is why having your own container matters.
Whether it is peer mentorship, supervision, or a coach who sees the real you.

Spaces where you are not the leader, but the human.
Not the one solving, but the one processing.

You Don’t Have to Choose Between Power and Vulnerability

Both can live in you.
At the same time.

You can be confident and confused.
Solid and shifting.
Held and still learning to hold yourself.

The idea that you must hide your humanness to lead well is a lie.
In truth, it is your humanness that makes your leadership matter.

The Paradox That Sets You Free

Here is what I know.

The more you embrace your vulnerability, the more you actualise your potential.
Not because everything becomes easy.
But because nothing is hidden.

You stop wasting energy trying to hold a version of you that is not needed.

You let people feel the real you.
And that is where trust, clarity, and expansion begin.

You are not alone in this.
And you were never meant to carry it all without being seen.

Tanya x

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Are You Solving Problems the Hard Way?

Studio1 Design on November 12, 2024

What If the Answer Has Been There All Along?

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Have you ever found yourself deep in a business problem, working harder, thinking more hours or more effort will fix it?

What if the real solution is not about working more but seeing differently?

Let’s take a moment and look at something simple.

You want to know
80 percent of 10 = 8
But you can flip it:
10 percent of 80 = 8

Same answer, different way in.
It feels lighter. More direct. Less tangled.

That is the power of shifting perspective.
And it applies to more than just numbers.

Your Challenges Might Be Simpler Than You Think

Most founders are natural problem solvers.
You hold a lot. You think fast. You carry responsibility well.

But with that can come a habit of working through force.
More effort. More action. More trying.

Sometimes that works. But not always.
Especially when the problem isn’t lack of action, but lack of clarity.

It is not about being bad at business.
Just like it is not about being bad at math.

You might just be missing the simple way through.

What Are You Avoiding Because It Feels Too Hard?

We all do it.
Avoiding the spreadsheet. Putting off the hard conversation.
Delaying the decision. Saying we are “not ready yet.”

But usually, what feels hard is just unfamiliar.

And what is unfamiliar becomes easier once we have a better tool, a better lens, or someone beside us helping us shift how we see.

Most Problems Are Not Solved by More Effort

They are solved by seeing the real pattern underneath.
They are solved when someone holds up a mirror and says,
“What if we look at this a different way?”

That one moment of clarity changes everything.
What felt overwhelming becomes actionable.
What felt confusing becomes clear.

The Role of the Right Guide

One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself as a founder is a space to reflect.
Not just to talk about the issue, but to be shown another route you hadn’t seen yet.

Sometimes the best support is not someone who gives you the answer, but someone who gives you a better question.

You don’t have to be the one who knows everything.
You just have to be the one willing to look.

This Is Not About Doing More

It is about doing differently.
Shifting from effort to insight.
From stuck to forward.
From foggy to clear.

And sometimes, all it takes is one shift in how you look at a thing for the whole picture to change.

If you’ve been circling the same business challenge, maybe it is time to stop pressing harder and start asking what else is possible.

Because ease is not found by avoiding the problem.
It is found by seeing it in a new light.

And that changes everything.

Tanya x

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Do you have the courage?

Studio1 Design on November 12, 2024

One of my favourite aspects of the Demartini Method and its application is the idea that “you don’t see the world as it is, but as you are.”

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This speaks to the deeply subjective nature of perception.

Everyone interprets the world through their own lens—shaped by their experiences, values, and beliefs.

This got me thinking…

In relationships, this dynamic becomes even more pronounced: we tend to see others not as they truly are but as reflections of ourselves.

We unconsciously project our own perspectives, values, and expectations onto others.

This happens because we assume that what we appreciate, value, and find meaningful must also resonate with them in the same way.

But here’s the challenge: no one is a perfect exact mirror of us.

Each individual carries their own set of experiences, values, and ways of navigating life. Even when we find common ground, expecting others to align perfectly with our worldview creates friction.

Misalignment is almost inevitable when we assume that others should think, act, and care just as we do.

Yet, so many people fall into this trap:

The business owner who expects their team to work as tirelessly as they do.
The manager who assumes everyone is motivated by the same incentives.
The parent who expects their children to embrace the same values they grew up with.
The friend who assumes that giving advice is the best way to show care.

This tendency becomes particularly noticeable in emotional relationships.

If we value certain expressions of affection or communication, we might expect others to do the same, assuming that our way of expressing love should naturally resonate with them.

But relationships are nuanced, and people express intimacy in ways shaped by their unique life experiences.

No one thinks or feels exactly the same as we do.

Yet, we often wish they would.

We project assumptions onto them, expecting them to meet our unspoken expectations.

This creates a gap between what we hope for and what is real. And it’s in that gap that discord impacts our interactions.

“You don’t see the world as it is, but as you are.”

This is the paradox of the work…

The world, and especially the people in it, reflects back parts of ourselves.

When we embrace this truth, we begin to see relationships differently—not as mirrors that should perfectly reflect us, but as opportunities to understand and appreciate the beauty in our differences.

With this work, it’s not absolute. “You don’t see the world as it is, but as you are.” does not apply to every situation in every moment.

Sometimes, it’s not about making others align with who we are—it’s about understanding them as they are.

“True connection begins not with seeing others through our lens, but with the courage to understand them through theirs.”

Tanya x

Leadership Coach & The Coaches Coach

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Avoid the Halloween Panic

Studio1 Design on October 30, 2024

Do you welcome trick-or-treaters with a big bowl of candy, or do you switch off the lights and hope nobody knocks?

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If you’re in the second group, you’re not alone. We had a neighbour—let’s call her June—who wasn’t a fan of unexpected visitors. It didn’t matter if it was Halloween or just another Tuesday; any surprise knock at the door made her uncomfortable.

The same thing happens in business. When a refund request or complaint shows up out of the blue, it can throw you off balance. Those moments have a way of catching you off guard, leaving you scrambling for a response.

So, how do you handle these “trick-or-treat” moments in your business?

5 Ways to Handle Refunds, Complaints, and Conflict

1. Stay Calm—It’s Part of the Game

Cancelations, refunds, and complaints are part of running a business. Sometimes, they feel personal, but they’re not. Not every upset member is a troublemaker—some are simply passionate or frustrated. The key is to separate genuine feedback from disruptive behaviour.

2. Remove Major Issues Quickly

If someone crosses the line with harassing or inappropriate behaviour, don’t hesitate to remove them immediately. Look at your mindset, do the work. Your community needs clear boundaries, and it’s okay to enforce them. Make sure you have strong guidelines in place before issues arise, so everyone knows what behaviour won’t be tolerated (yes – it’s ok to do the work and kick someone out).

3. Be Ready for Payment Disputes
Payment issues are bound to happen, often due to misunderstandings. When they do, try reaching out directly to the member to resolve the problem first. A quick conversation can often prevent things from escalating further. You’re not running a friendship business – it’s a business.

4. Make Canceling Painless
If a member wants to cancel, make it easy for them. The smoother the process, the better their impression of your business—even if they’re leaving. Sometimes, people return down the road if their departure is handled respectfully and professionally.

5. Embrace Feedback (Even When It Hurts – in your perception)
Negative feedback can sting, but it’s often an opportunity in disguise. If you notice the same issues being raised repeatedly, it’s a sign that something might need adjusting. Proactively gather feedback from members to stay ahead and continuously improve their experience.

Setting Boundaries

We had a session in Maximum Growth Academy a few weeks ago on a boundary setting. It helps to see what you are willing and what you are not willing to accept in business.

Handling refunds, complaints, or conflicts isn’t fun, but having solid processes and clear boundaries makes all the difference.

With the systems in place, you can handle issues smoothly and keep your community thriving—without the stress of unexpected “trick-or-treat” surprises.

When things don’t go as planned, just remember: the best businesses aren’t the ones without problems—they’re the ones that handle problems well.

With love and sprinkles of spiders,

Tanya “Scary” Cross.

Leadership Coach & The Coaches Coach

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The key to sustainable growth

Studio1 Design on October 24, 2024

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the increasing demands of business, personal life, and our own inner expectations.

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Many service business owners find themselves caught in a cycle of constant activity, pushing forward with ambition yet losing sight of the deeper purpose that once drove them.

But what if the key to unlocking sustainable growth in your business lies not in doing more but aligning more deeply with who you are?

Let’s explore why alignment matters, how it affects your business, and what you can do to bring more alignment into your daily life.

Alignment is, at its core, the process of connecting who you are with what you do.

When you’re aligned, your actions are in harmony with your values, purpose, and vision.

Alignment isn’t just about professional success—it’s about finding a flow that merges personal fulfillment with business growth.

Many service business owners find themselves disconnected from this alignment.

They might be working hard and achieving external success, but inside, something feels off.

That “something” is often a misalignment between their inner world and their outer world.

Without alignment, even the best business strategies can fall flat.

When you’re not aligned with your work, you’re more likely to feel drained, frustrated, and disconnected.

You may find yourself questioning your path, wondering why success feels hollow.

Misalignment can lead to burnout, which often manifests as emotional exhaustion, lack of motivation, or even health issues.

As a leader, people look to you for guidance. But if you’re out of sync with yourself, it’s hard to inspire others.

Authenticity stems from alignment, and when you’re clear on who you are, others naturally resonate with your message.

Business challenges often reflect personal ones. If you’re not aligned, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking external problems need external solutions. But in reality, sustainable growth happens when you shift internally first.

The journey toward alignment begins with self-awareness—taking time to reflect on what truly matters to you.

This involves reconnecting with the purpose and values that inspired you to start your business in the first place.

When you understand the deeper “why” behind your actions, you can make decisions that are in harmony with both your personal and professional life.

Alignment allows you to focus on what is essential, reducing unnecessary stress and creating more meaningful momentum.

When you’re aligned, your business becomes an authentic extension of who you are, and this authenticity draws in the right opportunities, clients, and partnerships.

Instead of chasing success, you attract it naturally by staying true to yourself.

People are inspired by leaders who embody their message, and alignment equips you to lead from a place of integrity, which creates deeper trust, influence and authority with those around you.

It’s not about doing more but about doing what matters most.

When your inner and outer worlds are in sync, that’s the key to sustainable growth.

How aligned are you?

Tanya “Growth Coach” Cross

Leadership Coach & The Coaches Coach

Master Certified Demartini Method Facilitator

BAppSoSc (Counselling)

Maximum Growth