309: Four Seasons of Business with Shannon Crow

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 309: Four Seasons of Business with Shannon Crow   Description: Just like in nature, we go through different seasons in our business and in life. Each season is characterized by different rhythms and needs, and no one season lasts forever. How can we embrace these changing seasons and get the most out of each season instead of fighting it?   In this episode, Shannon Crow shares more about the four different seasons you may encounter in your business. She explains what you may be feeling in winter, spring, summer, and fall/autumn, as well as how you can adapt your business activities to match the seasons. Shannon also reminds us that your season in business may be impacted by things outside your control and that other people may be in different seasons from you. Tune in to find out how to work with the seasons and find balance in your business.   Key Takeaways: [2:18] Shannon introduces her topic for this episode - the four seasons of business. [2:29] Shannon gives a shout out to sponsors, OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals. [5:34] What season of life or business are you in now? This may not align with the seasons of nature or the seasons of the people around you, and may be impacted by things outside your control. [8:09] As there are four seasons in nature, there are also four seasons in business. [8:23] Shannon outlines some of the things that you might experience in a winter season of your business. [11:54] Avoid looking at other people who may be in a different season in their business and comparing yourself to them. [13:42] What can a spring season bring for your business? [16:28] Shannon shares how she is using OfferingTree in her business. [18:13] Summer is the season of growth and thriving in your business. [22:22] Fall is the season of harvest. It is also a time to clean up and get ready for the next growing season. [24:41] Fall is also a great time to save up. [26:01] What have you noticed about the seasons of business or life that you're experiencing or have experienced? [27:35] Connect with Shannon in real time in the Pelvic Health Professionals membership site.   Links: The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 308: Time to Rest and Refuel with Shannon Crow The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 065: Create Your Ideal Yoga Schedule with Shannon Crow Shannon Crow on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group   Gratitude to our Sponsors, OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals.   Quotes from this episode: "Seasons always change and there's a way to embrace it and get the most out of it instead of fighting against it."   "Winter is an amazing time to evaluate what's working, to check in on what's draining you, and let go of what is no longer a good fit."   "[Spring] is all about possibility and potential new growth."   "Fall is also a great time to save up."