Hey Luxe Queen!

Welcome to your weekly Luxe Queen Letter! 

We’re back with another empowering edition of the Luxe Queen Letter! In today’s issue, we’re diving into part 4 of our "Choosing You" series. This week, it’s all about stepping into your power and becoming your own Shero. 

We’ve also got an eye-opening article about why you might be the bottleneck in your business (don’t worry, we’ve all been there) and how you can get out of the way to let your business grow!

Plus, check out this week’s trivia about a trailblazing media mogul who changed the game for women everywhere.

Grab your favorite drink, get comfy, and enjoy the read. Thanks for being part of our Luxe Queen Letter community!

Stay Luxe,

Luxe Trivia

Which famous American media mogul and philanthropist was the first African American woman to own and produce her own talk show?

(check your answer at the bottom)

In today’s email:

• Luxe Life: It’s Your Turn

• Luxe Business: Move, Get Out the Way

Luxe Life

Be Your Own Shero

Welcome back to part 4 of our "Choosing You" series! We've been on this journey of self-priority, and today, we're diving into what it means to be your own Shero. Imagine showing up, standing up, and speaking up for yourself, your vision, and your worth.

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Part 4: Be Your Own Shero

In a world that constantly pulls us in a million directions, it's easy to get lost in the shuffle. But imagine what it feels like to truly step into your power. The ability to show up for yourself, stand up for what you believe in, and speak up when it matters most. That’s what being your own Shero is all about.

1. Show Up 

How often do we show up fully for everyone else but leave ourselves behind? This week, I want you to focus on showing up for YOU. Whether it's setting boundaries, taking a risk, or simply carving out time for yourself, showing up is the first step in reclaiming your power.

2. Stand Up 

There will always be moments when we need to stand up for our values, our vision, or our needs. Standing up doesn’t mean fighting. It means having the courage to stay true to yourself, even when it’s uncomfortable. How does it feel to take a stand for yourself?

3. Speak Up 

Your voice is your power. Whether it’s in your business or personal life, speaking up ensures that your ideas, needs, and desires are heard. Don't be afraid to take up space with your words and share your brilliance. You deserve to be heard!

How Does It Feel? 

Imagine stepping fully into these roles and how does it feel to be your own Shero? To show up authentically, stand up for your worth, and speak up without hesitation? It feels like freedom. It feels like strength. It feels like you finally prioritizing YOU.

This week’s audio training will guide you through the process of stepping into your power and becoming your own Shero. Let’s take this journey together and discover just how powerful you are when you choose yourself.

Stay tuned for next week’s final installment, where we’ll wrap up the series with powerful ways to maintain your self-priority.

Luxe Business

Are You the Bottleneck in Your Business? How to Step Out of the Way and Scale

As women entrepreneurs, we often wear multiple hats, especially if you’re a solopreneur or leading a small team. You’re juggling marketing, client work, operations, and everything in between. It’s easy to feel like you’re the glue holding everything together. But what if I told you that, despite all the hard work, you might actually be the bottleneck in your business?

Let me tell you about one of my clients. She’s a powerhouse, running a successful business and hosting transformational events. But last year, she had a realization: she was doing too much. She had her hands in every aspect of her business, and it was holding her back. She knew that if she wanted to grow, she’d have to let go and step into the CEO role. This did not just mean a title but as a mindset.

The Struggle to Let Go

My client shared her journey with me recently. She had built a thriving business, but when it came time to scale, she found herself stuck. Why? Because she couldn’t get out of her own way. Like many of us, she had poured her heart and soul into her business and felt like it was “her baby.” Letting go of control and delegating to her team felt impossible.

But she also knew that in order to hit her ambitious revenue goals, she couldn’t be the doer of everything. She had to learn to trust her team, to let them take on tasks, and to allow herself to step into the role of visionary. It wasn’t easy, but once she started getting out of the way, she saw major growth. More was getting done, and she could finally focus on what mattered most, her big-picture strategy and creative vision.

Why You Might Be the Bottleneck

If you find yourself in a similar situation of trying to juggle it all, chances are, you’re the bottleneck in your business. It’s not uncommon for solopreneurs or small business owners to hold on too tightly to every task. But when you’re in the trenches all the time, it’s hard to see the bigger picture, and your business’s growth can stall.

Here are some signs that you might be the bottleneck:

• Micromanaging: Are you struggling to let go of even the smallest tasks?

• Delayed decisions: Are things taking longer to move forward because every decision has to go through you?

• Exhaustion: Are you burnt out from trying to do everything yourself?

• Limited growth: Are you so involved in the day-to-day that you don’t have time to focus on scaling your business?

How to Get Out of Your Own Way

Here’s the good news…you don’t have to be the bottleneck forever. Here’s how you can start getting out of your own way and make room for growth:

1. Delegate with Confidence 

Identify the tasks that don’t require your expertise and delegate them. Trust your team or hire skilled people to handle the things that you don’t need to manage personally.

2. Let Go of Perfection 

One of the hardest parts of delegating is letting go of the idea that everything has to be done your way. Sometimes, “good enough” is better than waiting for “perfect.”

3. Focus on Your Strengths 

Your business needs you to be the visionary, the one guiding it to bigger and better things. Let your team handle the rest so you can focus on the areas where you excel.

4. Embrace the CEO Mindset 

Being the CEO means stepping into a role of leadership and strategy. It’s not about doing everything yourself, it’s about building a team that supports your vision and executes your plan.

Ready to Step Out of the Way and Scale?

If you’re ready to stop being the bottleneck and start scaling with ease, grab your ticket for the next LUXE Scaling Method Masterclass. In this masterclass, I’ll guide you through proven strategies to step out of the trenches and into the visionary role your business needs. You’ll learn how to build the team, systems, and processes that will help you scale to the next level.

Luxe Trivia Answer

Oprah Winfrey

Source: Biography.com

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