This is a love note to all of the wildly ambitious women in business out there hustling. Wanting more but not knowing how they can do more.
Doubling, even tripling your current income is only the beginning of the empire you're building. But this idea that it will require more time (even though you're already tapped out) and more stress feels like you'd rather hide on the couch eating icecream and binge-watching Netflix than throw more work on your already full plate.
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I'll let you in on a little secret...
Getting there will require more of you, but not the "more" that you're thinking.
That innocent little voice that says, just one more thing. That time you said Yes when really your brain was screaming NOOOO. Spending an embarrassingly long time avoiding a task (or attempting to do it yourself) when an expert would have had it done in 5 minutes. Or how about that time you said there were no good people to hire, they all want more hours and too much money. I see you!
This is not the kind of thinking that will create your empire.
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Shifting these habits, seeing yourself as THE expert, understanding why your brain feels like a hamster forever running on that damn wheel, and knowing how to calm your brain, this is the work. THIS is the game changer.
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Hi, my name is Carina Groombridge and for the past 5 years I've been helping ambitious women in business blow their own damn minds with the success they can create. Whether that is realizing a 10-year dream to start a business, tripling your business income and saying goodbye to corporate for good, or finally crossing the 6-figure mark in business working LESS. This isn't just reserved for the select few, my clients achieved these results because we pin-pointed exactly what was standing in their way, we map out a plan to allow them to achieve their goals and they are supported every step of the way.
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You are the only thing standing between you and your million-dollar empire. Figuring out exactly what needs to shift to get you faster is my specialty. Let's talk about getting you the support you need to thrive.
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Client Love
When we started working together I had just reached 30k$ in business and was working a full time job. Now, I’ve left corporate and am full time in photography. I have 2.5X my business income and I’m on track to hitting 6 figures this year! I know that I can have stability, even though it's not like a fixed paycheck to the penny every two weeks.
I feel like I have room to breathe and I’m happy and a lot more relaxed than when I was balancing both, a lot of family time which I did not have before. I’m also starting to set my personal events before my work events which is so big.
I’m proactive now. This work is like mental gymnastics, even when it’s not our call I’ll be sitting in the car analyzing because now that way of thinking is implanted in my brain. Before working together I would finish photography sessions burnt out and scattered. It used to be cool for me to do 500 sessions and now the idea gives me cold sweats.
I stopped people pleasing when it comes to pricing. I’m not comparing myself to others which is huge. I'm working more efficiently and outsourcing. I now have the confidence to turn down requests if I don’t love that job because I know more is coming. I’m making more and working with less clients. I now have time to work on special projects that I’ve had on my mind for years.
Even my friends have noticed how calm I am now. This work has impacted everything which I didn't expect when we started. I absolutely recommend working with Carina, If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to me.
When I started coaching with Carina, my business was all in my head, it had been a dream for nearly a decade. I didn't know how to get started. I was a busy mom, and I also wanted to build my dream business.
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I realized I was holding myself back. I thought I needed everything to be perfect before I could even begin. I felt overwhelmed and didn't realize that I could just start. I wanted to have my own business and still be there for my kids, without sacrificing too much time with them. I wanted to have it all!
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Working with Carina, I learned how to build up my business while having a part-time job and being there for my family. I also learned to incorporate self-care and let go of the guilt of being a mom. Those were big wins for me.
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Now, I have one project in progress, two projects proposed and 12 projects in the pipeline. I'm also working on a product line! I believe that within the next couple of months, I'll be able to be full-time in my business. It’s been about 9 mths since we started coaching and I started my business.
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Coaching has given me so many valuable things. But the biggest one for me was realizing that I just need to start. I don't need a fancy website or a perfect portfolio. I just need to get out there, network, and find my people.
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If you're thinking about starting or scaling your business, I strongly recommend doing it. If I hadn't started coaching, my business would still be just a dream in my head. Carina’s taught me different ways of thinking and how our brains can be reprogrammed to think differently. Coaching has also helped me as a mom find different ways to think and spend more focused time with my kids without distractions. That's been super valuable too.
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Spécialiste en Assurance de personnes, Assurances de groupe et Rentes Collectives
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When I started working with Carina my business was running me. I had fallen out of love with my business and it was taking over my life and the work life balance was zero.
I was exhausted and that impacted my level of service with my clients and my income. I couldn't see the way out.
When I started coaching I saw the difference within two weeks. I fell back in love with my business. I no longer work after six o'clock, or on the weekend. I’m more present with the kids, I have more time with my wife. The tension has melted away.
Before I would take anyone as a client. Now, I have sold a portion of my book of business, that was not bringing me any revenues but taking up the majority of my time. I made this decision two years ago but had not taken action until now. A big win has been cutting the time between the decision and the action.
I don't feel guilty about taking a day off and I took my first vacation in four years. All while incorporating my business, increasing my revenues and having my best year in business.
I highly recommend working with Carina. This work helps me maintain my love for my business and it’s priceless.
Working with Carina has seriously changed the game for me. I feel like a whole new person – way more confident, assertive, and ready to tackle anything that comes my way. And it's not just me who noticed the shift; people around me have been commenting on it, which was pretty eye-opening. I recently spoke at a panel completely off the cuff (which I never would have done before!), and it went really well. Afterwards, folks came up to me saying I was super inspiring. Those moments really drive home the progress I've made.
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Carina really pushed me to challenge all those negative thoughts and broaden my perspective. She didn't let me get away with anything that wasn't helping me grow. And it wasn't just about my business; it was about shifting my whole mindset, which naturally led to making better business decisions. I was a bit hesitant at first, especially about the financial side of things, but looking back, I have zero regrets. Working with Carina was totally worth it.
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Plus, her advice to focus on the bare minimum needed to get started, rather than chasing perfection, was a total game-changer. It freed me up to move forward with confidence. Another huge win was finally giving my second business the attention it deserved. Carina helped me prioritize and stick to my plan, which has been key to its success. And on top of all that, she encouraged me to celebrate my wins each week, even when things got tough. That shift in perspective really helped me stay motivated and keep stress at bay.
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Oh, and I can't forget the valuable lessons I’ve learned from bringing on freelancers. It was tough, but I gained so much insight into effective leadership and team dynamics. Carina guided me through that process, helping me see the bigger picture and learn from the experience. Looking back on our journey, I'm blown away by how far I've come, all thanks to Carina's support and guidance.