The Entrepreneurial Life of Stephen Mitchell
Writing About My Life, Work, Creativity, and the Daily Effort to Learn, Grow, and Live Better.
I want to open up about my path to self-improvement and how it's not just making me a better person and partner, but also boosting my self-confidence, self-esteem, and self-value, while strengthening the foundation of my 25-year relationship with my beloved wife. Recently, during my quiet moments of reading and reflection, I had an eye-opening... Continue Reading →
Running a small business alone can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. I've been in the game for a while, and while I've had my share of successes, I've also grappled with emotional and mood management issues that have held me back. However, I'm determined to change that. Here are some of the mindset shifts I've... Continue Reading →
Lots of blogs for entrepreneurs say that having a mentor is important to succeed in life. It sounds great, but in reality, it can be tough to find one. Mentors are a rare find, which is why the question "why" often arises. We all tend to believe our ideas are special and one-of-a-kind, leading us... Continue Reading →
Life is packed with fascinating quotes that make our existence more fulfilling, help us conquer challenges, and guide us in embracing our true selves. Today, I want to share a handful of my favorite quotes and give you my unique spin on each one. Let's dive into this quote-filled adventure! 1. Don't assume that just... Continue Reading →
Way back when I began presenting my niche photography online for purchase, an acquaintance on Flickr approached me with this question: "Does RedBubble bring you success? We want to know if it's truly worthwhile." Without a moment's pause, my response flowed from my heart: No, I haven't made many sales yet (c. 2007). However, RedBubble... Continue Reading →
Some days we spend too much time waiting for things to happen, but in truth, life does NOT work like that. You, me, we all need to realise that life isn't waiting for each of us to work it out. We need to find the path we want to be on - and take it.... Continue Reading →
There are a great many areas of running an exhibition during SALA, so many in fact that I doubt I can cover them all in one article. So I'll cover those that matter most to me in this article, then follow up with specific articles over the next few months. Dedication When I agreed to... Continue Reading →
Starting a business can be an exciting and challenging venture. However, many first-time business owners find themselves navigating unfamiliar territories and encountering various obstacles along the way. Here are some common mistakes made: Living in Fantasy Worlds One common mistake made by first-time business owners is living in a fantasy world of unrealistic expectations. While... Continue Reading →
I am. I can. I will. This is just a moment. About five weeks ago I posted on Facebook how my broken ankle is impacting on my mental health, my inner turmoil with a lot of other factors happening in my life, plus the displeasure of not having an income from my small-business. I also... Continue Reading →
The Entrepreneurial Life of Stephen Mitchell 