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Ever since I was young, I always knew I wanted to work for myself and be a boss babe. I had tons of dreams and aspirations, but could never narrow it down to one occupation. When I was working a 9-6 office job, I realized that it wasn’t for me. Maybe it was my role or the company, but I knew I wanted to report to myself and essentially pursue a career that would further my brand. Fast forward to now, I am my own boss and social media has taught me a lot of business skills that I am grateful for. I didn’t study business in school and I will openly admit that I didn’t have much business skills or experience, but I did have an entrepreneur fire in me. I was obsessed with watching Shark Tank when I first discovered the show and was jealous of people who found their passion an was working everyday to grow it.
Part of being a boss babe is to have confidence and own it. Do I always have my life together? No. Do I get stressed easily and break down every now and then? Of course. I’ve learned that a big part of being a boss babe is to fake it till you make it. And I know some people hate that phrase and even disagree with the message, but it has actually helped me get to where I am today. Sometimes, if you don’t know the answer, I think it’s a good idea to just fake it because it shows that you are willing to figure it out. I also don’t like to take no for an answer especially if it’s something that I want. There are always alternatives to get what you want and I think it’s important to negotiate and find other methods.
People ask me all the time where I see my life in five years or what I want to do with my blog. The truth is, I don’t really know and I know that’s a terrible answer because we should all have a set vision for our future. Even though I don’t have all those details, I know that I do want to make an impact in the world as cheesy as that sounds. I have come to the point where fame or growth doesn’t matter to me as much as positive influence. I want to use my platform to inspire others to go for what they want and to never give up because as a native New Yorker, I have been hustling my whole life and I am proud to say that my hard work has paid off.
Everybody and anybody can be a boss babe. It comes down to how bad you want it and what you are willing to do for it. I have never been a fan of excuses or pity and I do understand that life circumstances play a vital role in the decisions that we make in our lives, but I also believe that if you are driven and you are confident, the universe will reward you eventually. If you are a boss babe, let me know what your number one tip is in achieving your goals!
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I love this about you. You are determined, willing to work hard, and so inspiring! I totally feel the same when people ask me what my goals are and I don’t have a set plan. I think with social media we have lots of opportunities that come our way and keeping our options open is good too. Keep up the good work babe! Xoxo, Christine
http://dailykongfidence.com/
Thank you for your kind words Christine! I am definitely striving to motivate others to go for their dreams!
Marianne sounds like you are definitely on the right track. Three years ago I set some goals that I wanted to achieve. S far I am track pretty close. I started by freshman year in college so it has slowed up some but I will get back on schedule as soon as I adjust to college and other activities. Thanks for sharing.
Xxgracie
snappedbygracie.com
I hope I am on the right track because there are definitely times when I have no idea what I’m doing but I think we are all figuring things out as we go!
Loving the pops of red in your outfit babe! You look stunning as always <3 xo, sharon
http://www.stylelullaby.com/beauty/blingin-blue-for-the-holidays/
Thank you doll!
YAS girl! Confidence is key! I love your red purse btw!
Kim
simplylovebirds.com
Yup totally agree with you. Being confident is key to everything, and we all gotta put on a smile even when sh*t goes wrong.
@rachelvogttrends
http://rachelvogttrends.com
Yes it’s all about looking at it from a different perspective and overcoming obstacles!
You are definitely doing something right!!!
Keep up the fantastic work!!!!
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Thank you Jodie!
YES YES YAAAAASSSS. Really loving the confidence boost I’m feeling in this entry!
☼ cabin twenty-four
Confidence is really the key, but it does take time to gain confidence sometimes.
Love this look! The matching red bag and the red heels are such a pop of color, the blue dress looks incredible as well!
– Marina
https://waitmarinawho.blogspot.tw/
https://waitmarinawho.blogspot.tw/
Have you heard of the music video Boss Ass Bitch? Has a hilarious music video that has me rolling on the floow – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_9qeZYZrlA
Maybe you should make it an anthem in your life?
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Absolutely love your dress!! Y and you look so stunning and trendy!!!
xx
Mónica Sors
MES VOYAGES À PARIS
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Thank you Monica 🙂
Yesss! Confidence is so important! It sounds like you are on the right track to me. =) Also, your outfit is beautiful. I love your bag.
~Lindsey
https://have-clothes-will-travel.com/
I like to think that I’m on the right track! There are definitely moments when I have no idea what I’m doing, but I guess we are all going through the same in life!
First of all, sending you virtual hugs! I can relate to you on a spiritual level, babe. I am in same position like, I used to be jealous of people who knew their passion & could work on it to grow. But yes, fake it till you make it and yes our passion will find us soon and we will bring about a positive influence, if we don’t give up on ourselves! Thanks for sharing, needed to read this today 🙂
xx
http://realgirltalks.com/
I love virtual hugs! Thank you for your kind words Ankita. I am happy to know that others can relate 🙂
You’re so inspiring! I needed a motivational talk like this today, as I’ve been feeling kind of low-energy. Thank you so much!
–Roxanne
http://glassofglam.com
I’m so glad you found this post helpful and hope that you can get your motivation back!
You look absolutely amazing, girlie! I love the blue and red combo. Thanks for sharing your inspiring story on how you’ve transitioned to making your blog your career. I honestly think that sometimes it’s best to not have every detail of our future planned out because we leave out room for growth and new opportunities that could be life changing.
XO,
Jalisa
THE STYLE CONTOUR
These are awesome tips girl! That is awesome.
http://sugarcoatedbears.blogspot.com/
Glad you found these tips helpful!
You ARE the boss babe! I couldn’t think of anowone more worthy!
Thomas xx
I appreciate that Thomas!
This is such an inspirational blog post! You are definitely a boss babe that I look up to 🙂 I also learned so much from blogging that I would not have learned anywhere else so I would say I’m lucky in that sense!
xo Samantha
I am so grateful and happy that I started my blog and I had no idea that I was going to learn so much about myself and about the business.
I’ve always admired women who have such a clear idea of what their goals are and boss babe-ing it all the way. You may not have figured out the exact path / paths to get there but I’m sure with that determination, I have no doubt you’ll figure it out and be as impactful as you wish to be.
On a side note, your dress is just adorbs here, I love how you punch it up with that sweet red bag!
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Confidence will take you far and you’ve got it! All the best in your future <3
https://thriftingwithk.blogspot.com/
I couldn’t agree more Karen!
Good for you for pursuing your dream and becoming your own boss! I have always loved working online and will continue to do so, but I also have so many dreams to pursue as well, so I’m still in the in between of not knowing! Confidence and believing in yourself will get you to where you want to be xx
http://mylovelierdays.com
Don’t worry about not knowing because I feel like that every now and then. You will figure it all out, I promise!
Nice youir blog !