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Three Budgeting Tips For Entrepreneurs

December 6, 2019 By Melanie No Comments

3 Budgeting Tips for Entrepreneurs

This post is sponsored by Chase Freedom Unlimited. As always, all thoughts and opinions are strictly my own. 

If you had told me in high school that one day I would be creating social media content and writing blog posts for a living, I would have laughed at you. Even after graduating with a degree in marketing, I only thought of digital marketing in the terms of a corporate setting. My first taste of it was at a small digital agency in Florida and later a large Public Relations firm in NYC. I loved being a “corporate girl” and wanted nothing more than to continue and build my career. 

My blog started solely as a way to document my health and wellness journey. I referred to it as my “side hustle,” determined that it would stay that way forever. Then sometime around December 2017, things changed. My corporate job started sucking all the joy out of my life, and I was more stressed than I had ever been before. On the flipside, my brand was really starting to take off. I was landing larger partnerships, making a solid income, and genuinely enjoying the process. 

By February 2018, I had gained enough courage to put in my two weeks’ notice and I officially said goodbye to corporate life and hello to the world of entrepreneurship in March. I shared some of my key learnings since taking the leap in THIS blog post. 

One thing that anyone interested in working for themselves should know is that nothing in the corporate marketing world prepares you for financial management. I mentioned in that earlier blog post that you should learn to invest wisely and prepare for taxes, but I didn’t give any specific tips on how to do so. If you’re currently struggling with budgeting and financial success as an influencer, freelancer, or small business owner, here are three things that have really helped me.

3 of My Go To Budgeting Tips

Budgeting Tips Every Entrepreneur Should Know

Open a Business Bank Account and Dedicated Credit Card

When I first took my business full time I filed for a sole proprietorship and opened a business bank account. This was super helpful for me in terms of billing and tracking expenses, as well as learning the art of “paying yourself” when needed. 

It wasn’t until nearly a year later that I realized I desperately needed a credit card for larger expenses. My husband has always preferred Chase for his main credit card, so it was natural for me to turn to the Chase Freedom Unlimited cash back credit card as a dedicated card for all of my expenses. My Chase Freedom Unlimited card allows me to earn 1.5% cash back on every purchase, and I’ve been using it to help with one of my biggest goals this year: the creation of a healthy home workspace. I’ve definitely run into a few hurdles along the way and after completing phase 1 of my office space, had to re-budget a few things before deciding on the design flow of the next part. It’s been an interesting venture trying to ensure the office has a dual purpose role as a traditional work space as well as a home yoga and meditation space. 

The good thing is, my cash back credit card has really allowed me to make larger furniture purchases. The office isn’t quite ready for the full reveal, but I’ll be looping back very soon with an update! 

By the way: Chase is now offering new Chase Freedom Unlimited cardmembers a bonus offer available through their website, Chase.com and in Chase branches! You can get a $200 bonus after spending $500 in the first three months. Whether you’re an entrepreneur or not, if you’re looking to accomplish a goal or start a new project, I highly recommend this card! 

Invest in the Operations Side of Your Business 

I personally find the more “admin” tasks of a business to be quite difficult. To put it frankly… I’m not good at it! I’ve had to learn the hard way over and over again that investing in the operations side of your brand is one of the most important things you can do. Now I’ve set up automated calendar reminders to many of my clients to remind them when I should receive payment. I use tools to streamline my invoicing process and track business expenses. And I continuously update an Excel spreadsheet with my partnership/client info, including main contact information, payment amounts, and payment time period (net 30,60, etc.) These may all be super mundane, but they are crucial to help you stay on top of how much money is flowing in and out of your business. 

Try Living on 50% of Your Income

I read an article on Forbes that mentioned the 50,30,20 rule. Essentially, a really great budgeting trick is to try living on only 50% of your income. The other 30% can be spent on non-recurring expenses or charitable donations, and the remaining 20% on savings. This is a great way to start understanding exactly how much you need to survive (rent, food, bills, etc.) versus what expenses you can cut out or down on each month. I started to implement this at the beginning of the year and it’s one of the only ways I’m able to keep a certain amount in my bank account month over month. 

I hope you find these budgeting tips to be helpful as you navigate the world of entrepreneurship to accomplish your career goals. I also highly recommend hiring an accountant to help manage your finances and to prepare your taxes. No really, please don’t try and file them on your own. With things like that it’s best to leave it to a professional. 😉 

 

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If you’re in the Denver area be sure to follow @denverfitfriends for more fitness meetup opps including an upcoming Galentine’s Day cardio dance party next month! 💃🏻 🎶  #yogawithdogs

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Introducing… a delicious, refreshing DREAMSICLE smoothie inspired by the Bella Hadid x Erewhon Kinsicle smoothie that I’ve been seeing all over the internet. 🧡🍊 
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The real deal has Kin Euphorics and Lion’s Mane Mushroom powder… but I made a few adjustments based on ingredients that I already had on hand (and that I think you might too)
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In classic Erewhon fashion, this smoothie would cost $19 in store buuut making it at home means spending way less money + an ability to customize it to your liking. 
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SAVE this recipe to try later: 
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✨ 1 banana
✨ 1 cup frozen mango
✨ 3 tbsp vanilla coconut yogurt 
✨ 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
✨ 1 serving marine collagen peptides 
✨ 1/4 cup orange juice 
✨ 1/2 cup almond milk 
✨ Ice 
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Blend up, add organic coconut cream to your glass, pour and serve! 🧡 
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✨SIMPLE SELF-CARE IDEA: have a solo paint (or ar
✨SIMPLE SELF-CARE IDEA: have a solo paint (or arts & crafts) night ✨
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One of my favorite things about painting is that it is such a #mindful activity. It’s an hour or more off my phone, listening to mellow music, and totally locked in to what I’m creating. It’s so soothing and feels like a true mental #reset. Not to mention the end result always makes me feel a little accomplished, even if it’s not perfect 😊🎨
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This time, I just painted little hearts on plain candlesticks. It turned out so cute and they’re perfect for Valentine’s Day!  I hope this inspires you to have your own little artsy #selfcare evening filled with your favorite hobbies and maybe even try painting some candles too 🕯️
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PS: One of my lil dreams was to have a dedicated space to focus on my art and I’m sooo happy to finally have this little desk set up in my office 👩‍🎨 . Cheers to more #painting nights ahead!

When it comes to reaching your goals, ✨#discipli
When it comes to reaching your goals, ✨#discipline✨ is THE secret sauce that will get you there every. single. time. 
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Motivation is the spark that can get us started but discipline is the flame that will keep burning, even when motivation is no where to be found.
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A few things that can help with creating discipline around #healthyhabits and #goalsetting:
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✨ Habit stack so that you’re adding a new goal into a pre-existing part of your daily routine 
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✨ Focus on your “why” and that magical, accomplished feeling you’ll have AFTER you do that new habit 
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✨ Write it down, be specific, and refer to it often! (Hello vision board 👏🏻) 
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✨ Find an accountability partner that you can check in with and maybe even work towards the same goal together! 
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This month I’ve been focused on my “3 for 30” challenge { nourish • move • self care } with my FB community and I’m excited to keep that consistency going through the rest of the year! 
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What is something you’re currently working towards? 
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#healthylifestyle #morningroutine #wellnessjourney #motivationalreels #wellnesstips #selfcare #positivemindset #fitnessmotivation #selfdiscipline

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⚡️3 Simple Ways to Stay Energized While Workin
⚡️3 Simple Ways to Stay Energized While Working From Home ⚡️
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I can hardly believe it but this February will mark 5 years of work from home life for me (yep, I transitioned to full time entrepreneurial life in 2018). In that time I’ve gone through my fair share of ups and downs – especially when it comes to finding ways to stay #motivated and #energized while not leaving the house. 
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What I found is that whenever I prioritize the following 3 super simple (kind of no brainer) steps into my day… I’m able to maintain my energy levels and feel GOOD in my #WFH setting. 
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⚡️Get dressed! Preferably in something comfortable, cute and that you can move in! 
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⚡️Stay hydrated! Not only will it keep your brain sharp but it’s one of the best ways to maintain your energy levels without having to resort to endless caffeine
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⚡️Get your heart rate up! Choose movement that you love, whether it’s dance, spin or a walk/jog on the treadmill. (I love my new Nordic Track Treadmill!)
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A huge shout out to @dickssportinggoods for helping make prioritizing my #wellbeing while working from home so much easier. I’ve linked a few of my absolute favorite DICK’S finds that you see in this video on my stories so be sure to check that out! 
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Here is what #selflove means to me and I’d love to hear which ones resonate most with you today: 
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✨ Caring for your body 
✨ Treating yourself with kindness 
✨ Setting healthy boundaries
✨ Living with intention
✨ Nurturing your relationship with God
✨ Seeking joy in the day to day 
✨ Moving away from comparison 
✨ Recognizing that your past does not define you 
✨ Honoring the promises you make for yourself 
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{wellness, positive mindset, healthy lifestyle, morning routine, yoga flow, self growth, healthy habits} 
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#myyogalife #positivemindset #yogapractice #wellness #dailywellness #selfgrowth #healthyandhappy #selfcare #wellnessblogger #discoverunder100k #selfcompassion
I know the idea of #romanticizingyourlife can soun I know the idea of #romanticizingyourlife can sound super cliche and cheesy AF, but hear me out…
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Romanticizing your life isn’t about viewing everything through rose-colored glasses and it definitely doesn’t mean that life is perfect or that there aren’t challenges that you face.
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What started as a silly Gen Z trend is actually a useful little mindfulness mindset that serves as a reminder to  embrace and amplify the good that already exists in your life. It can be as simple as being where your feet are and finding gratitude for the ordinary moments. 
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Sometimes it’s just about taking your time to appreciate the small joys in your journey and finding happiness on your own terms. 
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We all deserve to find little moments of positivity and dreaminess in our life. And I hope these little tips inspire you to not let life simply pass you by without taking time to soak in as much of it as possible 🥰
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Winter weekends in the mountains are becoming my n Winter weekends in the mountains are becoming my new favorite thing and just one of the many reasons why we love being in Colorado. 🏔️❄️🎿 
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It’s made me think a lot about different chapters of life and how “leaving” something you love behind can actually just be a means of transferring that love to something else. I think this is the case for most major life decisions — and I know for B and I, leaving NYC to put down roots in Denver has resulted in such an amazing growth experience and plenty of new adventures, friendships and learning opportunities. 💕
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I guess I’m sharing this in case you’re currently on the fence about taking that leap into the unknown. Whether it’s a cross country move, accepting a new job, going back to school, starting a family, or wherever your journey is taking you…
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Trust the process of releasing the old to clear a path for  what’s ahead and embrace the ✨magic✨ of new beginnings. 

{swipe for pics of our wonderful stay at @southernpinescabin! 10/10 recommend if you’re looking for a beautiful retreat just 5 min from downtown Breckenridge 🏔️💕} 

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#denverblogger #mountainadventures #skiseason #balancedlifestyle #mythoughts #positivemindset
#AD ✨Healthy Habits That Have Changed My Life (p #AD ✨Healthy Habits That Have Changed My Life (pt 4)✨ 
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Bringing back this series and sharing seven more #healthyhabits that have made a big difference in my life: 
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🤍𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐭: I’ve been a @vitalproteins fan for years and love adding their Marine Collagen into my smoothies and lattes. It dissolves super easily and I love that it provides hair, nails and joint support. You can shop the entire Vital Proteins line at @target. ⠀
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🤍𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Being able to slow down and ground myself in the present moment helps keep my stress levels under control
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🤍𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤: I love my standing desk and that it helps with my posture, circulation and focus 
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🤍𝐄𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲: Eating snacks like the Vital Proteins Protein and Collagen bar helps keep me satiated in between meals
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🤍𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: These little upbeat reminders in my office help promote a positive mindset when things get hard
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🤍𝐁𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐬: not all workouts have to be inside! I love trying new ways to get active outdoors, especially here in Colorado
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🤍𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬: because having a quality social life does wonders for my mental health and adds so much more fun into my days
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Which of these healthy habits is something you love to do? #ForEverybodyWithABody #VitalPartner  #Target #TargetPartner @shop.ltk https://liketk.it/40UIQ #ltkfit
It’s #selfcare szn and if you’re looking for a It’s #selfcare szn and if you’re looking for a sign to TREAT YOURSELF to a boujee at home spa day, this is it 🧖🏻‍♀️ ✨☁️🌱
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I made the switch to clean & cruelty free skincare years ago and figuring out which products are best for my skin has been a fun, ongoing process. If you’re curious as to what I’m using now — I’ve linked all of my favs that you see in this video in my Amazon storefront (link in bio) 
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This being said, you don’t NEED all the fancy skincare and accessories to treat yourself to some quality self care. 👸 Sometimes you can just throw on an old robe, light your favorite candle, spend a little extra time in a bath or shower 🛁, and give yourself a facial massage. And don’t forget the basics: drink plenty of water 💦🍋 and apply sunscreen! 
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No matter how ✨extra✨ you decide to be, I personally think skincare routines can be such a calming and therapeutic form of #selflove and self-care. Don’t you agree? 

#cleanskincare #wellness #healthyliving #selfcaretips #mindfulness #romanticizeyourlife #happyandhealthy #wellnessblogger #thatgirl #skincareroutine #morningroutine #wellbeing #selfcareseason #nontoxicliving #spadayathome
Kicking off the week with more simple ways to boos Kicking off the week with more simple ways to boost your mental health ❤️. Which one of these is your favorite? 
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{wellness, self care, positive mindset, healthy mindset, well-being, healthy lifestyle, healthy living, self growth, morning routine, motivation, mindfulness} 
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#selfcare #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthtips #mondaymindset #mondaymotivation #positivemindset #wellnesstips #motivationalreels #healthylifestyle #selfgrowth #selflove #selflovetips
The first DenFit event of 2023 with our friends at The first DenFit event of 2023 with our friends at @rescuepuppyyoga was pawsitively a blast! ❤️🐾 
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Thank you so much to everyone who donated and showered these two cutie adoptable pups with so much love today! I loved cohosting this event with @sheflowsandgrows and I have a feeling it won’t be our last dog yoga class. 🐶 
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If you’re in the Denver area be sure to follow @denverfitfriends for more fitness meetup opps including an upcoming Galentine’s Day cardio dance party next month! 💃🏻 🎶  #yogawithdogs
Introducing… a delicious, refreshing DREAMSICLE Introducing… a delicious, refreshing DREAMSICLE smoothie inspired by the Bella Hadid x Erewhon Kinsicle smoothie that I’ve been seeing all over the internet. 🧡🍊 
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The real deal has Kin Euphorics and Lion’s Mane Mushroom powder… but I made a few adjustments based on ingredients that I already had on hand (and that I think you might too)
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In classic Erewhon fashion, this smoothie would cost $19 in store buuut making it at home means spending way less money + an ability to customize it to your liking. 
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SAVE this recipe to try later: 
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✨ 1 banana
✨ 1 cup frozen mango
✨ 3 tbsp vanilla coconut yogurt 
✨ 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
✨ 1 serving marine collagen peptides 
✨ 1/4 cup orange juice 
✨ 1/2 cup almond milk 
✨ Ice 
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Blend up, add organic coconut cream to your glass, pour and serve! 🧡 
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#healthyrecipe #smoothierecipe #healthysmoothie #healthyeating #bellahadidsmoothie #wellandgoodeats #healthylifestyle #wellnesstips
✨SIMPLE SELF-CARE IDEA: have a solo paint (or ar ✨SIMPLE SELF-CARE IDEA: have a solo paint (or arts & crafts) night ✨
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One of my favorite things about painting is that it is such a #mindful activity. It’s an hour or more off my phone, listening to mellow music, and totally locked in to what I’m creating. It’s so soothing and feels like a true mental #reset. Not to mention the end result always makes me feel a little accomplished, even if it’s not perfect 😊🎨
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This time, I just painted little hearts on plain candlesticks. It turned out so cute and they’re perfect for Valentine’s Day!  I hope this inspires you to have your own little artsy #selfcare evening filled with your favorite hobbies and maybe even try painting some candles too 🕯️
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PS: One of my lil dreams was to have a dedicated space to focus on my art and I’m sooo happy to finally have this little desk set up in my office 👩‍🎨 . Cheers to more #painting nights ahead!
When it comes to reaching your goals, ✨#discipli When it comes to reaching your goals, ✨#discipline✨ is THE secret sauce that will get you there every. single. time. 
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Motivation is the spark that can get us started but discipline is the flame that will keep burning, even when motivation is no where to be found.
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A few things that can help with creating discipline around #healthyhabits and #goalsetting:
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✨ Habit stack so that you’re adding a new goal into a pre-existing part of your daily routine 
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✨ Focus on your “why” and that magical, accomplished feeling you’ll have AFTER you do that new habit 
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✨ Write it down, be specific, and refer to it often! (Hello vision board 👏🏻) 
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✨ Find an accountability partner that you can check in with and maybe even work towards the same goal together! 
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This month I’ve been focused on my “3 for 30” challenge { nourish • move • self care } with my FB community and I’m excited to keep that consistency going through the rest of the year! 
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What is something you’re currently working towards? 
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#healthylifestyle #morningroutine #wellnessjourney #motivationalreels #wellnesstips #selfcare #positivemindset #fitnessmotivation #selfdiscipline
me 🤝 mountains me 🤝 mountains
⚡️3 Simple Ways to Stay Energized While Workin ⚡️3 Simple Ways to Stay Energized While Working From Home ⚡️
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I can hardly believe it but this February will mark 5 years of work from home life for me (yep, I transitioned to full time entrepreneurial life in 2018). In that time I’ve gone through my fair share of ups and downs – especially when it comes to finding ways to stay #motivated and #energized while not leaving the house. 
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What I found is that whenever I prioritize the following 3 super simple (kind of no brainer) steps into my day… I’m able to maintain my energy levels and feel GOOD in my #WFH setting. 
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⚡️Get dressed! Preferably in something comfortable, cute and that you can move in! 
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⚡️Stay hydrated! Not only will it keep your brain sharp but it’s one of the best ways to maintain your energy levels without having to resort to endless caffeine
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⚡️Get your heart rate up! Choose movement that you love, whether it’s dance, spin or a walk/jog on the treadmill. (I love my new Nordic Track Treadmill!)
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A huge shout out to @dickssportinggoods for helping make prioritizing my #wellbeing while working from home so much easier. I’ve linked a few of my absolute favorite DICK’S finds that you see in this video on my stories so be sure to check that out! 
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