Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business

← Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business2 Jul · 17 min

310 - What You Should Be Measuring Beyond Your Business Goals?

310 - What You Should Be Measuring Beyond Your Business Goals?2 Jul17 min

<p>In this episode, Monica shares the powerful SIMPLE framework that transformed the way she approaches business, family, health, finances, personal growth, and everyday life. Inspired by a presentation from her husband years ago, this practical system became the foundation for how she plans her weeks, sets priorities, and makes decisions with greater purpose. Rather than chasing the impossible idea of perfect balance, she explains why awareness and intentional recalibration lead to a richer, more fulfilling life. Whether you're just starting your business or growing an established company, this episode offers a fresh perspective on what real success looks like—and why becoming your own boss means leading your entire life, not just your business.</p><p>Episode Quote: <strong>The busier you are, the more intentional you must be. </strong>~Michael Hyatt</p><p><a href="https://simple.monicaallen.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Take the SIMPLE Life Assessment</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kN2pxt3ShUc" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Click here</a> for Ethan's TEDx Talk</p><p>What You Will Learn in This Episode</p><ul><li>How to identify the area of your life that needs your attention most.</li><li>How to use the SIMPLE framework to make better decisions each week.</li><li>How to recognize when your business is consuming too much of your life.</li><li>How to prioritize your health, relationships, and personal growth without losing momentum.</li><li>How to intentionally create a life that supports both your personal and professional goals.</li><li>How to use regular self-assessment to recalibrate and move forward with purpose.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Other Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Become Your Own Boss</strong></p><p><strong>Sign Up for the</strong><a href="https://www.monicaallen.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong> </strong>⁠<strong>Level Up Living Newsletter</strong>⁠</a></p><p><a href="https://becomeyourownboss.school/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠KICKSTART YOUR BUSINESS PROGRAM⁠</a></p><p><a href="https://www.monicaallen.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠⁠Monica's FREE ebook⁠⁠</a>: <em>11 Essential Secrets for Small Business Success</em></p><p>Get your⁠<a href="https://amzn.to/4rYtxKP" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Become Your Own Boss Planner⁠⁠</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Ways to connect to Monica:</p><ul><