“Why don’t you start a blog?”, they say…
I’ve been meaning to start a blog for what feels like forever, and here I am - finally. Funny how life works, isn’t it? You’re brimming with ideas, experiences, and wisdom you want to share, but somehow, time just slips through your fingers.
The truth is, I’ve prioritised the day-to-day running of my VA business, helping other people grow their ventures, bringing their visions to life, get organised to help everything run smoothly. And whilst I absolutely love that… it often leaves little room for my own creative outlets, like this blog.
But let’s be honest - busyness is only part of the story. It’s not just about time, it’s also about commitment. Starting a blog feels like one of those things you need to do regularly, and that can be daunting. What if I can’t keep up with it? What if I don’t have time to post every week? What if I start, but don’t finish? What if people think I’m talking shit? All those little worries creep in.
I think many small business owners, especially those like me who are used to juggling multiple roles - CEO, admin, marketing, client care, business development, finance (you name it!) - know this feeling too well. There’s always something else to do, someone else to support. We push our own needs to the side because it feels easier, or maybe more comfortable to serve others rather than ourselves. We have trouble seeing ourselves as being worthy of the same attention that we give others. But here’s what I’m starting to realise: even when I’m “too busy”, I deserve to show up for myself, too.
So, I’m giving this a go—not because I’ve suddenly found loads of free time (I wish!) but because I want to. I need to. I’ve got stories, insights, and experiences that I believe can really help you.
The least I can do for myself is try this thing, right? Maybe I won’t post consistently, and maybe it won’t be perfect, but I’m committed to giving it a shot.
So here’s to the beginning. Here’s to showing up, even when it’s hard. Here’s to trying, because that’s enough.
