Antonia Creative turns 3! 🎉
September marks a big milestone… It’s Antonia Creative’s third birthday! Running my own business for a third year is a goal of mine that I very nearly forgot to celebrate.
I’m guilty of being so focused on the next goal that I overlook the mountains already climbed. I’m sure many of you busy biz owners can relate. The hustle never sleeps! 😂
Here’s 3 things I’ve learned on my business journey that I wanted to share:
1. Create a community
Meet other businesswomen - whether they’re local, national or international. I’m a huge fan of getting to know new people. It’s validating to share our experiences running a business and absorb new knowledge. Especially over coffee! It’s a great feeling knowing you’ve got a group of supportive voices out there cheering you on each step of the way,
2. Take care of yourself
You are the biggest part of your business, so it makes sense to invest in your mental and physical well-being. This could include eating a balanced diet, getting enough sleep and setting boundaries with client work. A bit of self-care never hurt anyone!
3. Feel the fear and do it anyway!
I’ve definitely had my fair share of imposter syndrome and comparison to other designers. I know that my biggest critic truly is my own mind - so I’m learning to tune myself out, feel the fear and ‘do it anyway’. Whether it’s creating a new design, sharing a client's success, or promoting my services online. Talking to others about my business fears, like my business coach, has been another helpful way for me to grow confidence in my own abilities.
Thank you for being a part of this crazy journey of mine! Over the past 3 years, I’ve had opportunities I never could have imagined when I was just starting out.
Here’s to many more business birthdays and more beautiful branding at Antonia Creative! Check out some pics from my early days…
Fresh-faced newbie designer Antonia!
Starting out from my old bedroom at my rents’ place.
DIY time…
I gave my ‘design studio’ a makeover with fresh paint, a new desk and lighting.
