When you commit to something, are you ever really sure about the time it's going to take? Most times I have a pretty good handle on it, others, not so much. Take my newsletter for instance. My goal is to provide information that you find useful, can read it in about 4 minutes and highlight another professional. It's a lot more daunting that I thought it would be. I'm glad I asked for help!
I have found that to be true as well with clients. When we first speak with a prospective client, they are sure that they can get everything done over a weekend (if they are from out of town) or in the next couple of weeks if they live in town. After about week 3, I get that phone call "it's just too much and I need help." Sometimes I hear the hesitate in their voice asking. Having been there, done that, I understand completely that feeling of overwhelm and stress.
It's the primary reason my husband and I started doing this, because we needed help and there was no one. My simple, unsolicited advice is ~ ask for help~ whenever you need it. Painting, writing, moving, starting a company, writing a newsletter, closing an estate or simply anything that you can't tackle by yourself. I think you'll find that most people are more than happy to lend a hand.
By the way, thanks Cathy for all your help during our first exhibit at the 7th Annual NAELA Symposium. I couldn't have done it without you!
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