Developing Resilience – The Power to Rise Again
Resilience is not just a buzzword—it’s survival fuel in the business world.
When I lost my multi-million-dollar construction company, I thought my story was over. Imagine going from running an eight-figure business to working as a janitor for $8.25 an hour. I’ll be honest: I felt fear, I doubted myself, and at times, I felt completely unsupported. But those moments—those darkest, most humbling moments—were the very soil where resilience took root.
“Resilience is the art of bouncing back from setbacks.” And let me tell you, setbacks are coming whether you like it or not. The question is: how will you handle them?
In business today, 20% of small businesses fail within their first year. By year five, that number climbs to nearly 50%. Behind each of those statistics is an entrepreneur facing fear of failure, self-doubt, and the crushing weight of limited support.
Here’s the truth: resilience doesn’t erase the struggle, it transforms it.
How to Build Your Own Resilience:
Embrace Challenges – Every challenge you face is sharpening your edge. If it feels uncomfortable, you’re growing.
Seek Support – No one climbs out of rock bottom alone. Build your tribe—mentors, peers, coaches—who believe in you when you don’t.
Grow from Mistakes – Failure is not fatal, it’s feedback. My biggest mistakes taught me the lessons that fuel my success today.
The key takeaway? Resilience is built by facing and overcoming obstacles, not avoiding them.
???? My challenge for you: Reflect on a recent setback. Don’t run from it. Ask yourself: What is one lesson I can carry forward into my next opportunity? That lesson might just be your breakthrough.
