My “like a boss” design was one of my first when I started dabbling in my shops last year. I used it to design my own planner and it’s one of the few OG designs I’ve kept up with. It’s not like there’s a lot to it, but something about it made me want to retool it and use it on as many products as possible. I think it’s because, in my heart of hearts, I would love to be able to work for myself and really create a brand that can create the type of life I want.
I already have my little place on the internet where I make a few sales here and there, but somehow I would love to turn that into a real brand. It’s challenging though- I feel a little stuck.
It often feels like I can’t give my products away, which hurts. I know there’s a market for graphic tees and accessories, I guess it just doesn’t happen to be here. I feel like my products are cute, I bust my ass on social media trying to get them out there- what am I doing wrong?
I honestly don’t know. Really.
I think because of my Google searches on how to run successful online businesses, my targeted ads all seem to be for business coaches or successful drop shipping business selling their secrets. I may be wrong, but that all seems totally scam-y to me. I think I’m just feeling a little lost because I put so much time and energy into designing cute things that seem to go unappreciated (or rather, underappreciated). I don’t always feel like a boss. But every little sale I get keeps that fire under me.
In the age of social media comparisons, it’s damn near impossible to not want to compare yourself to other babes that seem to be more “bossy” than you. Take Caroline for example. She is everything I want to be. Glam, fab, and a successful business owner. And Sophie… well I was asked where I wanted to be in 5 years at a job interview. I said I wanted to be Sophie. Sophie actually got that business that I interviewed with as a client. I would love to be where they are now. But I know you can’t compare yourself to anyone else. Everyone has their own timeline.
So what is it exactly that a boss feels like? What is being a boss to me? Here are just a few things I wish I could accomplish with my brand:
- creating a recognizable brand that you’re proud of
- flexibility to work on what you’re passionate about, which hopefully is your business
- answering to yourself and holding yourself accountable
- the pride of knowing that that trip you take, that bag you bought yourself, that credit card you paid off- that was all you
- …as a bonus I would freaking love to be able to wear tulle to work whenever I want. Just saying.
You’ve probably heard it before but “a dream without a plan is just a wish.” I’m kind of in between the wish and plan place right now and I’m not sure how to get out of this loop. I do know that I’m not going to give up on this little idea I’ve had since forever and I also know that I appreciate every word of encouragement, every sale, and every day the opportunity to get closer to my goals.
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