I am most moved when I realise just how exciting this evolution into heart-based business is! While there may be a whole lot of confusion as old methods are dissolving, the positive synergy that is rising out of the ashes is just so much more inspiring!

As a young business owner, new to the game of marketing, I find myself relieved that I don’t have to go against my inner guidance and line up with people’s fear in order for them to resonate with my services.

I am so glad that as I embrace this new phase in my life I am surrounded by those who believe and live the truth that there is no lack, no need to focus on what we do not want in order to get what we want – we never have to solidify our problems into a mold in which the only way it can be free is if we are scared of it enough to pay for it to go away!

In reading this blog I feel a sense of “coming home” in which business, integrity, awareness of law of attraction, affirmation and community spirit all dwell harmoniously under the same roof. And as I walk down the garden path, I see so much potential for authentic growth, beauty and abundance blooming brightly before me.

It is an exciting time indeed!

Thank You!

Awesome that you followed your intuitive guidance and took inspired action, and now are well on your way to creating something memorable for your community. When you get busy, you can always invite other Native musicians and performers to bring their acts to the venue.

Awesome that you brought up the point about marketing. Many conscious business owners, not knowing *how* to market themselves (or rather, FEARING that they don’t know how when they would be guided if they just *asked*), seek advice from marketing experts. Trouble is, many *experts* got that way with the old process/old attitudes and are unaware of conscious paths. They are the ones that say you have to do what doesn’t feel good to do, they teach and promote fear-based paths, sometimes recommending folks mislead potential clients (to get their attention), and along the way they ignite further fear in us.

Awesome that you *get* how NOTHING is more powerful or valid in our success than our own intuition! It is Source/Divine Spirit/God/All That Is speaking directly to us, and guiding us to our vision. When we, as conscious business owners, OWN that truth and make it part of our daily business plan, then we will see the full shift take place.

I *love* the feeling of being *in the constant flow* of Source Energy! Awesome feeling, and loved that you spoke of it in your comment.

Thank you for all your insights, Brenda! Looking forward to your latest CD!!

Many blessings,
Nancy

Wonderful, timely article! The shift is happening so quickly now and it’s really fascinating to observe it as well as be part of it. Many are still caught up in what I fondly refer to as “fear teachings” but still… they are searching for something better, even if they cannot yet believe that something better is possible.

I can literally feel the expansion physically happening to me whenever I immerse myself in gratitude and allow inspiration and intuition to pull me in new directions.

I want to share with you an experience I had yesterday. I have been wanting to put on a big event that will give back to the Native Canadian community as well as help me raise my public profile and share my new music more widely.

A couple of days ago the thought popped into my head to meet with the E.D. of our local friendship centre and yesterday I had the opportunity. I didn’t even book an appointment – I just went with my gut. First thing I said to him was “I have a big idea.”

The moment we sat down, what he had to say told me that I was in the perfect place at the perfect time. He is passionate about bringing wellness and positivity to the Native community, he appreciates the value I bring through my music, and we have much common ground.

Not only did I get the venue – for free – but we brainstormed some ideas and more have come, and he is as excited about this as I am! As I left for home feeling such joy and gratitude, I had that familiar sensation and vision of magnetism – where the universe and I are fully tapped into each other and there is simultaneously a sense of expansion from within and a visual and physical sense of drawing to me from the universal field exactly what I need.

I know this would not have happened without following my intuition and inspiration. I don’t exactly go out seeking business meetings because usually that’s pretty scary for me. But I have a really strong desire right now to give back to this community, and I have a sort of knowingness that my new music is in perfect timing.

Like you said, people are becoming more conscious about their lifestyle at this time.

I think where many of us conscious business owners veer onto the fear pathway is in our marketing and usually it’s because living our truth isn’t reflected in our financial realities, or there is sudden unexpected change. I know I for one have slipped down that pathway more than a few times.

But it’s those moments like my meeting with that E.D. – and reading your article – that remind me to go with intuition and inspiration, because in that frame of mind, fear is easier to shake off, you feel like anything is possible, and the results benefit everyone.

I’m glad to have connected with you, Nancy. I love when articles like yours spark something inside me!

Love & Light,

Brenda
@healingsinger

Susan, such kind words! *blush* If I am indeed a Way Shower, it is an honor to walk along-side you.

Caz, isn’t it lovely that more and more people are opening up to a holistic approach after hearing a positive story from your clients? Gives a whole new meaning to “I wanna have what *she’s* having!”. )

Vincent, this shift has been happening for a while, but it’s really picked up momentum in the past year. Folks used to work like dogs because the money was good. Now that the money isn’t so good, they are questioning the dog-work and it’s accompanying lifestyle (or lack thereof). I’m very glad that you are sharing this message with others—it’s time to get a choir going! )

Many blessings,
Nancy

We can each find a path to prosperity by moving the focus to “what value can I provide” and away from “how much can my customers provide me?”

As we begin to look at the value proposition and its place with ALL of our stakeholders (customers, equity holders, employees, and suppliers), we can find solutions that create some thing for each.

I for one, will share these thoughts with the folks who surround me. Many already believe this fully and will welcome a voice that speak this so clearly and powerfully.

Thanks Nancy!

What has interested me most, however,is the increase in people in my area expressing an interest and booking up for classes, even though their midwives tell them they might as well just have acupuncture “for all the good that it’ll do”. People are realising there is a better way of doing things and that way is the natural way.

I sense you as a Way Shower. You have a wonderful ability to see the bigger picture and very much embody the name of your business, Affirming Spirit. I always appreciate your insights, support and sharing of leading edge wisdom/information.

Many blessings,
Susan

Susan, thank you for sharing your experience with your internet store. You are confirming much of what I have been hearing, and I love that you ARE conscious in your approach to business.

Thank you also for reminding me of Louise Hay’s story. Her inspired question, “How can I serve and make the world a better place?” is excellent and similar to the question that Wayne Dyer posed in his interview with Ellen DeGeneres.

The idea for Quantum MasterMind for Solopreneurs came to me after asking that question…and similarly, “What makes me unique (knowledge, experience, obstacles overcome, etc.) that would be beneficial to others? How could I deliver that in a way that is a win-win for everyone involved?”

The whole world benefits when we stop to ask these questions!

Many blessings,
Nancy

Besides my private practice, I am co-owner with my husband of an internet gift store.

For the first few years sales climbed at a fantastic rate. More recently we have been experiencing a shift in that energy. Currently I am in a transition in terms of my vision for the future growth of this store. It is not clear yet how this will unfold, however, I trust that the clarity of vision will come via my intuition – my inner guidance system.

Whatever I do it needs to come from my heart and soul. Business is about connections, of connecting with people as well as connecting people with products and services that bring meaning, value and enhance well-being.

In order to remain conscious it helps me to have faith that everything always works out for my higher good and to maintain a positive attitude. I also view times of challenge as opportunities for growth.

I am going to pass along inspiration from Louise Hay.

When Louise switched careers from modeling to spiritual counseling, she experienced an initial financial crisis and worried how she would pay the bills. It was then that her guides told her to stop focusing on money. They guided her to focus on one question, “How can I serve and make the world a better place?” As soon as she followed that advise her finances improved. That is a big shift in consciousness.

We are indeed in the midst of a conscious revolution or evolution. To be conscious means to be present, in the moment, tuned in to the broader perspective of our wiser inner being and tapped into the interconnectedness of life. It is not about us and them anymore. We are the world and as conscious beings our creations or businesses reflect that.

Operating from a place of fear is by far the old way. There is a new wave of hope as we shift from an ego/fear based paradigm to one of awakening, tapping into the Light & bringing that forward in our work. Conscious business is about supporting one another and moving away from the model of competition to one of co-creation.

The social networking revolution factors into the expansion of this new energy. Many of us who are healers, counselors and coaches have been drawn together via communities like Twitter and Facebook. This has given us a fantastic opportunity to work together in a more supportive and co-creative way. This in turn is fueling our creative business endeavors and offering new avenues of self-expression and expansion which in turn reflects in our unique businesses.

Very exciting time indeed!

All the best,
Susan