How to Never Give In: An Open Letter to Small Business Owners in Need of Motivation

Let me guess...

You're sitting around your work desk at home, completely alone, tired and unsettled, a bit frustrated even, all because you did the one thing you promised yourself countless times you would never do.

"What's that you ask?"

Simple answer: Change.

And not in a "Thank You, Lord, change is coming" kind of way either. But the worst kind of change. The one where you can't even look yourself in the face in your own reflection on your desktop screen because you're not man (or woman) enough to.

So you look away.

"Why?"

Because it is too late now. The damage is done. You have committed the ultimate sin against yourself: you became the worst version of yourself; by giving in.

So you're angry.

And as the anger builds, so does the grief and that bitter taste of despair, until you are drowned in the loneliness and coldness of your own thoughts.

Terrifying, isn't it?

• Viktor E. Frankl once said, "When we are no longer able to change a situation - we are challenged to change ourselves."

Very true, yet profound words. I agree. But let's take them one step further with something Mahatma Gandhi also said. And here's what Gandhi said,

• "In a gentle way, we can shake the world..."

Ladies and gentlemen! The world we know has been shaken under our feet. Finding the motivation you need as a Small Business Owner has escaped you and drifted into the great beyond...

So now you're silent, worried, and in need of a lifeline.

Here are eighteen (18) surefire ways to find motivation - even if you feel like you're at your lowest as a Small Business Owner in 2025.

How to Never Give In: Eighteen (18) Inspiring Ways to Stay Motivated as a Small Business Owner

• Really ask yourself if this is what you truly want - and keep your "Why" for doing it dear to you.
• Have an Accountability Partner - this is always helpful whenever the going gets tough (and it will.)
• Commit to one post per week (to lessen the overwhelm)
• Celebrate each tiny win - it's the little things that count, after all
• Work smarter; Not harder | Always striving to be smarter for each upcoming year
• Desist with the comparison game - this is a long and empty road to nowhere
• Write about things that actually inspire you - your readers will respect you more for it
• Focus on consistency over volume - as vanity metrics such as quantity aren't always the BEST
• Do some research: Creatively craft (and write out) some business ideas
• Ask for advice: Speak to a Digital Marketing Coach
• Be sure to block off time on your calendar
• Don't travel the Small Business road alone: Make some business friends
• Always remember to pick your business goals - for having a solid plan is better than no plan at all
• Never forget to take a writing break from time to time - this does the mind, and body good
• Look at other Small Business Owners who inspire - for motivation
• Recall motivational memories - e.g. from those that your work has inspired, lives they've changed, to the present-day positive impacts you've created globally.
• Go read your blog comments. Search for ideas for your next post(s)!
• Give yourself some credit | Simply appreciate how far you've come as a Small Business Owner! :)

Something of note: "Digital Marketing was not, is not, and will never be a sprint! It is a road often traveled by the many that richly rewards the few. But if you're committed, willing, and able to put in the work; you'll stand to reap many benefits." - Robert Lewin

Still Feeling Unsettled, Overwhelmed, and Lousy?

Here's the reality: "You don't need to reinvent the business wheel. (Neither of us does!) What you need to do instead is stay on top of it. By that I mean, having your focus on honing your skills as a marketer, leader, online guide, and motivator that is capable of creatively delivering his/ her's message to an audience via the written word: content marketing."

This period of time, where you get to sulk and roll around in the mud of your own pity party, was simply an opportunity for you to revisit your "why". You know, where you get to go back in time to rediscover why you got started on this journey in the first place. And to be fair, a trip down memory lane is really all some of us need to help us to get to that next stage in our development. (Yup, it's true!) I mean, online business space is about growth, after all, isn't it?

So don't allow this wave to pass you. The moment is right here, right now, so harness it. Allow AI and Digital Marketing to be your friends: they're the staircase that you should use to take your online business game to the next level - to further grow your audience and inspire the masses.

So don't sit around wasting time! Simply ACT! Take action ... that's what matters most: finding the motivation that you need. Once you do, you'll be happy you did."

Final Thoughts: The Good News

We all struggle with something at some point or another (both in and out of this online business game). Truth is, motivation isn't always seen or even discovered in the most obvious of places; hence the relevancy of this article to those that will need it.

Suggestion: Implement the methods above that are most relatable or applicable to you and your everyday tasks as a Small Business Owner and Digital Marketer and go from there. You'll find that you've become a more focused, supercharged, and clear-headed thinker that is eager to dominate the Digital Marketing arena...the way you once did. :)

And if you need that added bit of motivation and encouragement; please be sure to revisit this article as often as you see fit. Digital Booth is here for you! :)

Was this article of any value, benefit, or importance to you? What points stood out the most? Better yet, which ones spoke directly to you as a Small Business Owner? Let me know your thoughts on the inside when you've become one of our subscribers. All feedback is welcomed and appreciated!

Oh, before you go: "Are you a HUGE fan of the online business world like I am? If so, then let's stay connected both here and over by LinkedIn. You can also see what I've published there thus far (which isn't released on this site). They are brief but impactful stories - I try not to take up too much of your time. :)

Until next time, happy marketing! ;)

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