The Pillars Community on Staying Grounded Pt. 2

What helps you stay grounded and gain confidence to do what you love? Here from our Pillars Community…

"You find the talents that God has blessed you with and build yourself up with people that love you and continue your confidence in what makes you passionate. The support of your coworkers, clients, family, and friends goes a long way!" 

Kristi Kitchel - Owner & Operator of Perfect 10 Gymnastics & Cheer ( perfect10cheer.com @perfect10cheer )

"Being an entrepreneur has its anticipated rewards, however it's not without its risks and challenges. By NOT taking myself too seriously has kept me  grounded and humbled. Having a positive attitude is key because it allows me to turn any obstacles (or negative energy) into opportunities. And by doing this, I not only grow as an individual, I also become a better leader." 

Kim Highfield - Founder of Sport Port - Active Women's Wear (sportportactive.com @sportport_active )

"My first thought is Joy. Joy in the doing, joy in the being and joy in the fruits of labor. Enjoying what I do and enjoying the ones I am joined with in the doing, makes the weight, disappointments and challenges bearable. Liking who I am in the process of doing, makes me feel secure and like I'm the right person in the place and time. Oh....and when we see the fruits (produce) of our labor.....whether it is a changed life, a better life for someone, a burden lifted, someone looking in the mirror and feeling beautiful or the first tomato in the garden. That is Joy! The Joy of the Lord is our strength.

My second thought was criticism and praise. One creates grounding and requires me to remain humble and be teachable. The other creates an atmosphere where I am fearless and nothing is impossible!!! And a good measure of both keeps me from thinking too much or too little about myself and stay centered on my Who and Why."

Vivian Vandivier - Owner of Transformations Salon and Spa ( transformationssalonandspa.com @transformationsindy )

“The biggest challenge is truly finding something you love to do and occupation you’d do even if you weren’t getting paid. Once you’ve done that your heart and passion are in it.

The next step is surrounding yourself with successful people in your field and use them as mentors. People love to help and talk about themselves! Don’t try to reinvent the wheel, but give it 110%. God will take care of the rest.”

Colleen Gordon - Realtor (Collen Gordon Group - Century 21 Scheetz) ( https://colleen-gordon-group-century21scheetz.business.site @colleengordonsells )