I Created a Business to Feel Good About My Work: A Journey to Freedom, Fulfillment, and Overflow
Have you ever dreamed of creating a life where you wake up excited about your work every day? A life where you can do what you want, when you want, with whomever you want—all while living in abundance? That’s exactly why I created my business. I wanted more than just a paycheck; I wanted freedom, fulfillment, and overflow.
In this blog, I’ll share my journey to building a business that aligns with my values. I will also discuss the concept of overflow. Additionally, I’ll explain how you can create a life and business you’ll love. Let’s dive into the steps, challenges, and triumphs that shaped this path.
1. The Desire for Freedom
What Freedom Means to Me
For me, freedom means breaking free from rigid 9-to-5 schedules, corporate hierarchies, and doing work that doesn’t light me up. It means being able to choose when I work, where I work, and who I work with. Freedom also includes having the energy and time to focus on what truly matters: family, self-care, and personal growth.
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Why This Desire is Universal
Many people yearn for freedom. Yet, they feel trapped by obligations and bills. They also fear stepping out of their comfort zone. It’s easy to feel stuck in a job or lifestyle that doesn’t align with your true desires. But what if you do design a business that gives you the freedom you crave?
2. Building a Business Aligned with My Values
Identifying What I Wanted
The first step in my journey was asking myself, What do I truly want? Here were my priorities:
- Flexibility in my schedule.
- Doing work that feels meaningful.
- Collaborating with people who share my values.
- Creating multiple income streams to avoid stress and enjoy financial freedom.
How I Designed My Business
I started by creating digital products and services that aligned with my skills and passions. Some examples include:
- Printable Guides: Like my Wonderful World of Canva: A Beginners Guide, to help new online entrepreneurs design their digital products.
- Workbooks: Like my Ideal Client Workbook and my Goal-Setting Workbook.
I also embraced affiliate marketing and referral programs to diversify my income streams, promoting tools I genuinely use and love.
Encouraging Readers to Do the Same
If you want to create a business aligned with your values, start with these questions:
- What’s most important to you in your life and work?
- What type of work lights you up?
- Who do you want to serve, and how can you help them?
3. Overflow: Redefining Success
What Overflow Means to Me
Overflow is about abundance in every sense of the word: financial security, time freedom, creative energy, and emotional well-being. It’s about having enough and then some—so you can give back, enjoy life, and feel truly fulfilled.
How My Business Creates Overflow
Here’s how I’ve designed my business for overflow:
- Scalable Income Streams: Digital products like eBooks, printables, and workbooks provide passive income.
- Systems That Work for Me: Automating tasks like email marketing and payment processing saves time and energy.
- Aligned Collaborations: Working with people who energize me, not drain me.
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Seek Overflow
To cultivate overflow in your life and business:
- Shift your mindset from scarcity to abundance.
- Focus on creating income streams that don’t trade time for money.
- Set boundaries to protect your energy and time.
4. Challenges Along the Way
Missteps and Lessons Learned
Building a business isn’t all smooth sailing. Here are some challenges I faced:
- Overworking: Early on, I worked too many hours, thinking hustle equaled success.
- Finding the Right Systems: It took time to find tools and workflows that supported my goals.
How I Overcame Those Challenges
- I focused on progress, not perfection and celebrated small wins.
- I sought out communities and mentors for support.
- I started with free tools like PayHip for selling digital products and Canva for design, which simplified my workflow.
5. How You Can Create a Business You Love
Practical Steps to Start
- Define Your Why: Identify what freedom and overflow mean to you.
- Start Small: Create one digital product or service that aligns with your values.
- Set Up Simple Systems: Use tools like PayHip, Canva, and email marketing platforms to streamline your business.
- Focus on Your Audience: Build a business that serves their needs and solves their problems.
- Experiment and Adjust: Be flexible and willing to pivot as you learn what works best.
Some ideas to get you started, grab my FREE Guide: 14 TYPES OF DIGITAL PRODUCTS TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS IN 2025
Let’s do this.
Your dream business is waiting for you. Take the first step today. Brainstorm what freedom looks like for you. Design a business that brings it to life.
Living a Life of Overflow
Creating a business that aligns with your values isn’t just a dream—it’s a choice you can make today. By focusing on freedom, fulfillment, and overflow, you can design a life that feels deeply aligned and abundant.
Remember: You’re not alone on this journey. Let’s build businesses that light us up and create the overflow we all deserve.
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