From:  Tania Usher

Gold Coast, Australia

Dear Mumpreneur (or Soon-To-Be Mumpreneur)

I’m Tania Usher and I’ve grown my own businesses from a tiny seed in my spare bedroom (only spare because my two young daughters were sharing a room and a double bed) to an internationally acclaimed enterprise I run with my team from my ocean view office in Palm Beach, Gold Coast.

I wasn’t always entrepreneurial, in fact, 10 years ago when I was pregnant with my first daughter and dragging myself to the office (I suffered terrible morning sickness) I considered myself a success.  I had a JOB and was contributing to the economy like most responsible citizens…but that was all about to change. 

When I left my executive career to give birth to my first child…I never imagined that in less than 5 years, I’d bury a baby, be the sole provider of my family, embroiled in an emotionally draining legal battle, witnessing escalating credit card debt and served home repossession papers.

My dream of balancing a JOB and a family were shattered.  This wasn’t my vision of motherhood!  I was frustrated, alone, exhausted…and desperate to find a way to secure the future of my young family.

Then one day it happened…I made a decision that transformed my life.  I did something that some thought foolish…especially as the sole provider of my 2 and 4 year old daughters…I decided to go into business for myself

Problem was, I didn’t have a plan, or anyone to help me figure things out.

Unfortunately I completely underestimated how important building a solid foundation was to generating clients and ongoing income.

I thought that my years in the executive world had awarded me with all I needed to become a Mumpreneur.  I was wrong!  I was ill-equipped for this new journey called "entrepreneurship".  So I made A LOT of mistakes, some very expensive ones, along the way.I was running myself into the ground raising two young girls, answering phones, attending meetings, replying to emails, marketing, public relations…and my body gave up.  I felt burnt out!  Despite ALL my experience, I had to admit that I didn’t have the first clue about the basics of running a REAL business that could support me both financially and emotionally.

The fact is, it’s tough taking steps to change the direction of your life.  Especially when you’re a busy mum, organising the kids, getting them off to school, rushing to work…only to return home where it all begins again.  Emptying out lunch boxes, sifting through paperwork, making sure the kids do their homework, preparing dinner and rushing through the laundry.

And the scary part is, it seems like everyone depends on you to get things done, like the whole world is riding on your shoulders. 

But at some stage you’ve got to ask yourself, if you can’t find time today to change your life, when will you?  If not today then when?

When you’re laying flat on your back with exhaustion…you’re forced to be still and reflect on life.  So the wisest business decision I ever made was to pull out my credit card…it was the only source of funds available to me as my young family was living off credit…and hired a coach who encouraged me to think differently.  Instead of treating my business like an expensive hobby (that wasn’t even covering rent and school fees) I became aware of the qualities and skill sets I needed to Build a Brilliant Business.

Despite all my experience and education, I realised that to grow a successful business I had to learn the business basics.  We all have to start somewhere.  We’re all a beginner once.  But there’s one place to start that will sow the seeds of success…YOU!

This life changing decision led me on a path to support other Mumpreneurs to accelerate the achievement of their personal and professional goals.  Not only has this altered the course of my life and the future of my children it has enabled me to touch the lives of women and children around the world.   

 

And you are no different …

You Are Amazing! 

You Have A Unique Gift That You Were Brought Into This World To Deliver.  No One Else Can Do It But YOU!  

  There’s Just One Catch…In Order To Fully Deliver On This Gift, You Must Own Your Brilliance…

…And Then Share This Brilliance And Knowledge With Others…In A Brilliant Way!

So hence, the birth of Connecting Mumpreneurs.  Whether you have an existing business or are starting out, developing strong relationships with like minded businesswomen is essential for your success.   And with the right support we become, energised, encouraged and empowered.  We become unstoppable!

After all, running an active family is like being the CEO of a huge corporation. That’s why we believe Mumpreneurs have an amazing skill set to launch and grow successful businesses.  But like giving birth to our babies, when we give birth to our businesses, we need somewhere to go for information, support, connection and occasionally some nurturing.

I’ve retraced my path and want to share with you all the steps I painstankingly learned on my ourney.  Steps you can use whether you want to run a part-time, small to medium sized or global business. 

So let me ask you this…Are YOU?

• What are you doing now to improve results in your business? 
  
• Are you making good progress and keeping abreast of latest trends and technology? 
  
• How about personal development…Are you participating in ongoing education?

You see, if no one is guiding you, if you’re not doing any or all of these then your will want to be part of the Connecting Mumpreneurs Community where you will connect with some amazing women achieving incredible results.

Connecting Mumpreneurs is run by Mothers In Business, for Mothers In Business.  We understand You, Your Needs, Your Family Commitments and Your Desire to create a successful and profitable business.  We also know that nurturing business and personal relationships is an important priority to any Mumpreneur.

Connecting Mumpreneurs also connects you with world renowned specialists in education, business support, online operations, personal development and much more.  At our exclusive Connecting Mumpreneurs events, these masters of success and leadership will share with you their successes, setbacks and solutions.  Together we will build solidarity and grow sustainable and socially responsible businesses…a legacy for our children. 

“Call it a clan, call it a network, call it a tribe, call it a family:  Whatever you call it, whoever you are, you need one", Jane Howard – Journalist

 

 

Tania Usher International

Suite 1809, 28 Pearl Street, Kingscliff  NSW  2487  Australia

E-mail:  Support@TaniaUsher.com

© 2009 Tania Usher International