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Look Outward

Lessons Learned: Finding balance in an entrepreneurial lifestyle seems difficult, but not impossible. I was grateful to learn from many influential people this week that the entrepreneur’s life takes lots of work and brings lots of joy. As long as we don’t give in to the temptation to put our work in front of what really matters, family relationships, appropriate rest, etc., we will be able to balance our lives. Making money is a side effect of the good works we do. I’ve been too concerned with how to get more money. I was speaking with a friend this past week when she said, “I’m at a place where more money won’t affect my happiness. We have enough to take care of our needs and that’s all I want.” I’ve reflected on that every day. I’m not in that position yet, but I’m looking for ways to find contentment and happiness in my current situation. Wealth will not buy my happiness. Lessons Yet to Learn: I’m so excited to learn what is next. I’m anxious to put into practice the financial f...

Nothing is Impossible

Lessons Learned: This week I learned that I shouldn’t doubt myself, especially when I’ve got God on my side. If I am doing something good for the good of others, and I’ve asked for help from Heavenly Father, He will be there for me and help me excel. I’ve learned this from many regular life experiences, and even through the process of starting a snow shack this past summer. When we involve God in our endeavors, whatever they may be, we can’t fail. I also learned from Elder Holland’s message that there is never a good time to give up hope. Only after the trial of our faith will be able to see the blessings of our efforts (Ether 12:6). Lessons Yet to Learn: I have yet to learn how to change my thinking. I don’t want to always go with my first idea because I know I can think more deeply creatively. I think I need to spend some time pondering and evaluating my ideas and maybe look at them in other ways to come up with something truly brilliant. I am looking forward to learning how to...