Running Reflections: One action at a time

 November 26, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
This morning’s miles reminded me of something simple, but not always easy. One action at a time. One task at a time. One step at a time. Life ebbs and flows - moments change, feelings shift, circumstances evolve. What didn’t fit this time may have fit...
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The Art of Letting Go - How Founders Can Exit Without Losing Their Soul

 November 19, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
For many founders, the business isn’t just what they do - it’s who they are. The company name, the mission, the brand voice, even the colour of the packaging… all of it feels personal. So when it’s time to step away, the idea of letting go can feel like...
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Running Reflections: Don’t make assumptions

 November 12, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Don Miguel Ruiz, in his book ‘The Four Agreements’, offers this reminder: Don’t make assumptions. Easier said than done. How many times do we fill in the blanks with our own stories? Assume we know what someone else is thinking. Assume intention. Assume...
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How to Build a Purpose-Driven Exit

 November 05, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
When you build a business that’s deeply connected to your values, every decision feels personal. You’re not just managing numbers - you’re shaping impact. That’s exactly what Elizabeth Kilvert, founder of The Unrefined Olive, did when she left a stable...
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Running Reflections: Don’t take it personally

 October 29, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
This one hit me hard. Don Miguel Ruiz, in his book ‘The Four Agreements’, writes: Don’t take anything personally. As a recovering people pleaser, this is easier said than done. Recently, I had to navigate a personal business matter with a longtime friend...
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From Lifestyle Business to Legacy Asset (Building a Company That’s Transferable)

 October 22, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Many founders start a business for freedom. You want control of your time, income, and impact. But somewhere along the way, that freedom can turn into something else - dependence. You depend on your business for your lifestyle. Your team depends on you...
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Running Reflections: The Four Agreements Framework

 October 15, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Over the past few weeks, my runs (and walks) have been accompanied by lessons from Don Miguel Ruiz’s book ‘The Four Agreements’. Each one struck me in a different way - personally and professionally: Be impeccable with your word. Words matter. How I speak...
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Why Momentum Over Perfection when Publishing, Planning, and Preparing for What’s Next

 October 08, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Entrepreneurs are builders. We thrive on ideas, vision, and creating something from nothing. But many of us also share a dangerous trait: perfectionism. We tell ourselves we’ll launch the podcast, publish the blog, or even start preparing for a business...
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Running Reflections: I choose me

 October 01, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Quiet road. Soft sunlight. One intentional step at a time. Not hustling. Not racing to the office. Not getting caught in the “I gotta get it all done” loop. Instead, I chose me. A session with my body worker. A mindful walk to get my steps in - not to...
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Why Founders Should Design for the Sell Before They’re Ready

 September 24, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Most entrepreneurs set on their journeys with a clear mission: to solve a pressing problem, fulfill a market need, or bring a revolutionary idea to life. Their focus is often on growth, innovation, and impact. Yet, a crucial truth often goes unaddressed...
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