Ep. #144 Your Communities are Waiting for You

by Marci Barker / September 9th, 2025
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Your Communities are Waiting for You
In this episode of Your Loving Kick in the Pants, I share a short but heartfelt message as I prepare to celebrate 10 years in business. I talk about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, admitting there were many times I felt like giving up, but the rewards have been worth it. I also give a sneak peek at a future episode where I’ll reveal my top 10 lessons learned, one from each year of my business journey.

Today’s focus is all about community and why it matters so much for entrepreneurs. I highlight my Boss Minded Facebook group, especially our weekly Successful Saturday tradition where members celebrate their wins, both big and small. From new clients to personal milestones, these successes inspire and remind us that we are not alone. I also share about a recent women’s Bunko night I hosted, showing how powerful and uplifting it can be to gather, connect, and build friendships. My final message is a loving challenge: stop waiting to be invited and start showing up, because your people are out there waiting for you too.
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Topics Covered in the Episode:
Celebrating 10 years in business
Sneak peek of upcoming “10 lessons in 10 years” episode
Struggles and rewards of running a business
The importance of community in entrepreneurship
Introduction to the Boss Minded Facebook group
Successful Saturday tradition and member wins
Stories of clients and friends achieving breakthroughs
Hosting a women’s Bunko night and building connections
Overcoming feelings of isolation in business and life
Encouragement to take action and join supportive communities
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