In this episode of The Life-Friendly Business podcast, Erin Thomas Wong discusses the importance of building emotional resilience for business owners.

She highlights the challenges faced in running a business and offers strategies to develop resilience, including acceptance of challenges, self-awareness, maintaining a sense of purpose, flexibility, and protecting one's energy. The conversation emphasizes the need for support systems and community to navigate the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.

Find out more about the support Erin offers at www.lifefriendlybusiness.com

Takeaways

1. Running a business is challenging and requires resilience.

2. 60% of small businesses fail within the first three years.

3. Focus on what you can control in your business.

4. Acceptance is key when things go wrong.

5. Self-awareness helps in recognizing strengths and weaknesses.

6. Having a sense of purpose can drive motivation.

7. Flexibility is essential in adapting to changes.

8. Protecting your energy is crucial for mental health.

9. Surround yourself with supportive people.

10. Building a community can enhance resilience.

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emotional resilience, business challenges, self-awareness, growth mindset, mental health, stress management, business success, adaptability, support systems, community