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EPISODE · Dec 12, 2025 · 12 MIN

281 - I Complained at the Bank and Got Schooled

from Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business · host Monica Allen

In this powerful episode, Monica shares a surprising moment at the bank that completely shifted her mindset—and could shift yours too. A frustrating bill turned into a reminder of growth, ownership, and intentional living. If you’ve been weighed down by the pressures of entrepreneurship, this episode is your gentle but firm reminder to zoom out, reframe, and reset. Monica unpacks how a change in perspective can be your greatest secret weapon as a business owner.Episode Quote:  When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. ~ Wayne DyerWhat you will learn in this episode:How to reframe burdens as signs of business successHow to zoom out and reconnect with your entrepreneurial journeyHow to use gratitude as a reset buttonHow to view business responsibilities through a lens of ownership and growthHow to use perspective to regain your creativity and leadershipHelpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Become Your Own BossKICKSTART YOUR BUSINESS PROGRAMJoin the ⁠Become Your Own Boss Community⁠⁠Monica FREE ebook⁠Get your⁠ Become Your Own Boss Planner⁠Ways to reach Monica:Instagram: @becomeyourownbosspodcastEmail: [email protected] is Monica?Monica Allen grew up in a small town in Georgia with her single mom, who had her at age 18, her grandmother, and her uncle. Living below the poverty line for all of her young life, Monica was determined to break the cycle. Being the first in her immediate family to attend a 4-year university, Monica worked in the field of insurance as a benefits broker for 8 years and earned her Master's in Business Administration.Leaving to set out on her entrepreneurial journey in 2005, she is now a serial entrepreneur owning several businesses. She is the co-founder of Zeus' Closet, stuff4GREEKS, and Deuce Equity Group.  She is the sole proprietor of Monica Allen Interiors and an Amazon Bestseller (The Fearless Entrepreneurs: Fear Less; Be More).She loves equipping aspiring entrepreneurs, side hustlers, and small business owners with tips to launch, grow, and scale their business while avoiding the many pitfalls of entrepreneurship. She believes that being surrounded by positive people, believing in yourself, and having faith in God have led to her success.Have some Feedback?If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends or fellow entrepreneurs. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, Pandora, Amazon or wherever you get your podcast to get automatic episode updates for "Become Your Own Boss!"  And, finally, please take a minute to leave an honest review and rating on iTunes or Audible. This truly is what helps the podcast grow.

In this powerful episode, Monica shares a surprising moment at the bank that completely shifted her mindset—and could shift yours too. A frustrating bill turned into a reminder of growth, ownership, and intentional living. If you’ve been weighed down by the pressures of entrepreneurship, this episode is your gentle but firm reminder to zoom out, reframe, and reset. Monica unpacks how a change in perspective can be your greatest secret weapon as a business owner.Episode Quote:  When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. ~ Wayne DyerWhat you will learn in this episode:How to reframe burdens as signs of business successHow to zoom out and reconnect with your entrepreneurial journeyHow to use gratitude as a reset buttonHow to view business responsibilities through a lens of ownership and growthHow to use perspective to regain your creativity and leadershipHelpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Become Your Own BossKICKSTART YOUR BUSINESS PROGRAMJoin the ⁠Become Your Own Boss Community⁠⁠Monica FREE ebook⁠Get your⁠ Become Your Own Boss Planner⁠Ways to reach Monica:Instagram: @becomeyourownbosspodcastEmail: [email protected] is Monica?Monica Allen grew up in a small town in Georgia with her single mom, who had her at age 18, her grandmother, and her uncle. Living below the poverty line for all of her young life, Monica was determined to break the cycle. Being the first in her immediate family to attend a 4-year university, Monica worked in the field of insurance as a benefits broker for 8 years and earned her Master's in Business Administration.Leaving to set out on her entrepreneurial journey in 2005, she is now a serial entrepreneur owning several businesses. She is the co-founder of Zeus' Closet, stuff4GREEKS, and Deuce Equity Group.  She is the sole proprietor of Monica Allen Interiors and an Amazon Bestseller (The Fearless Entrepreneurs: Fear Less; Be More).She loves equipping aspiring entrepreneurs, side hustlers, and small business owners with tips to launch, grow, and scale their business while avoiding the many pitfalls of entrepreneurship. She believes that being surrounded by positive people, believing in yourself, and having faith in God have led to her success.Have some Feedback?If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends or fellow entrepreneurs. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, Pandora, Amazon or wherever you get your podcast to get automatic episode updates for "Become Your Own Boss!"  And, finally, please take a minute to leave an honest review and rating on iTunes or Audible. This truly is what helps the podcast grow.

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