The Entrepreneurial Life of Stephen Mitchell
Writing About My Life, Work, Creativity, and the Daily Effort to Learn, Grow, and Live Better.
Running a window washing business on our cozy island, I've learned that success isn't just about clean glass; It's also about cultivating daily habits that lead to self-improvement. Here are five simple habits that have transformed my small business journey. Reliability:Being reliable builds trust with customers. Showing up on time and delivering quality service sets... Continue Reading →
In my volunteer journey within local groups on Kangaroo Island, I've faced my fair share of challenges, all of which took their toll on my mental health, my willingness to get involved, and ultimately had me take leave from such positions to find myself. Which led me to writing this about volunteering: After dedicating five... Continue Reading →
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 →
Here’s the thing. Branding gets talked about like it’s some polished, corporate exercise - colours, fonts, logos, all lined up like a showroom car that never sees dirt. But out here, in the real world… it’s a bit more like cleaning windows in the wind. You can plan it. You can prepare for it. But... 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 →
The Entrepreneurial Life of Stephen Mitchell 