Keep on Truckin'

  *photo credit : elloh

Some days it's hard to keep going. I am not sure why. I have a lot of things on my goals list that need to get done, but I kind of feel stuck. Here are the main ones:

* redo my website

* "Privileged"- a custom design service that specializes in creating a fully customized design that would best suit you or a business. 

* "Bliss"- an exquisite line of wedding suite designs. 

* expand "Shortcakes", which is a line of baby announcements and stationery.

* find ways to pick up the business

The last goal is a bit tricky. How DOES one go about gaining more clients? I've been trying to pursue my dreams while making a steady income out of it. I am so grateful for the Indie Biz 2.0 support and tips. Knowing that others are in the same situation I am in helps ease the anxiety a little better.

Since working from home, I've been struggling with creating a habitual schedule where I would wake up early, catch up with emails, social networking, blogging. Then I would allot some time for new designs or printing in the shop. The one thing that I hate is I could be on the computer for HOURS, not designing as I should be, but being social. Very bad! I also have to make space for the household chores, like cooking dinner, walking the dog, couple time with the hubby. It seems that owning a business is a 24/7 deal, where as working full time is just "9-5" if you're lucky enough not to take your work home. I think too, I need to make some friends. I've lived in this new state for almost 1 month now. I am looking forward to taking a few Capoeira classes at a group in Seattle, make some new connections.

How do you stay motivated when things start to feel like they are in vain? I would love to hear everyone's ideas. Maybe we can motivate each other? It's a tough world out there for those of us pursuing our dreams!