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Being Boss by Kathleen Shannon and Emily Thompson Summary

Being Boss
Kathleen Shannon and Emily Thompson
4.05 (365 Reviews)
Entrepreneurship
Business
Self-growth
Panoramica
Punti Chiave
Autore
Domande Frequenti

Overview of Being Boss

"Being Boss" empowers creative entrepreneurs to blend business savvy with authentic living. Endorsed by Whole30's Melissa Hartwig and FreshBooks CEO Mike McDerment, this practical guide transforms work-life boundaries. Discover why thousands of creatives follow Shannon and Thompson's revolutionary approach to sovereignty in both business and life.

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Crafting Your Creative Empire: The Boss Mindset

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Picture this: You're sipping coffee in your home office, no boss breathing down your neck, working on projects you love, and making great money doing it. This isn't a fantasy-it's the reality that Kathleen Shannon and Emily Thompson have built and now teach others to create. Being boss isn't about getting rich quick or following rigid formulas. It's about designing a business and life that reflects who you truly are. In a world where 40% of workers will soon be self-employed, mastering this mindset isn't just nice-it's necessary. What does being boss really mean? It's "owning who you are, knowing what you want, and actually making it happen." It's taking full responsibility for your life and work, standing confidently in your truth, and creating impact that matters. The journey begins with identifying your core values-those non-negotiable principles that guide your decisions. These values act as your personal GPS system, helping you navigate choices and recognize when something feels off. When fraudy feelings creep in-that queasy sensation when someone asks what you do and you can't confidently claim your creative identity-remember that true confidence isn't about making others happy. It's about standing in your truth even when circumstances feel shaky. Like any muscle, confidence strengthens with practice as you learn to trust your strengths and work around weaknesses.

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Boundaries: Your Creative Garden's Fence

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Daily Practices That Build Success

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The Business of Creativity: Making Money Doing What You Love

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Building Your Creative Support System

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Living Fully Beyond Your Business

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The Ongoing Journey of Being Boss

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