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EPISODE · Apr 20, 2026 · 4 MIN

Lazy or Misdirected Pt.2: Effort That Doesn't work

from EmpowerHER Business Podcast · host Linette Cottrell/Coach/Accountant/Writer

You’re putting in the effort—but the results still aren’t showing up.In Part 2, we go deeper into why hard work alone doesn’t always lead to growth.In this reflective Soul Spa moment on the EmpowerHER Business Podcast, Linette continues the conversation around feeling “lazy” when results don’t match your effort. For many Black women entrepreneurs in their first five years, the instinct is to push harder. But sometimes the real issue isn’t effort—it’s direction, alignment, and where your energy is being invested.This deeper pause invites you to examine what you’re doing, why you’re doing it, and whether your actions actually support the outcomes you’re expecting. When effort is misdirected, exhaustion grows while progress stalls. This moment helps you reconnect with intentional, aligned movement instead of constant pushing.In this Lazy or Misdirected Part 2 episode, you’ll experience:A deeper look at effort that doesn’t translate into results Insight into misdirected energy in business growth A grounding pause to reassess your current focus Permission to shift direction without self-judgment Encouragement to choose aligned, sustainable action This episode is part of The Soul Spa — short solo pauses you can return to whenever you need a moment of grounding.From Busy to Building free download: https://forms.gle/HDmMg8wXWn72tVPg6#EmpowerHERBusinessPodcast #SoulSpa #LazyOrMisdirected #WomenInBusiness #BlackWomenEntrepreneurs #BlackWomenInBusiness #EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessClarity #WorkingHardNotSeeingResults #AlignedAction #EntrepreneurGrowth #MindfulEntrepreneur #BusinessStrategy #ProductivityMyth #SustainableSuccess #BusinessAlignment #WomenEntrepreneurs #ClarityAndCalm #HolisticEntrepreneurship #WorkSmarterNotHarderSupport the show✨ Support the Podcast ✨  Become an EmpowerHER Insider for $10/month → HERE🌐 Visit website: www.empowerherbusiness.us 📧 For speaking & sponsorships: [email protected]  📱 Connect on Instagram: HERE @empowerher_biz Together, we’re helping women entrepreneurs thrive beyond Year Five!

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You’re putting in the effort—but the results still aren’t showing up. In Part 2, we go deeper into why hard work alone doesn’t always lead to growth. In this reflective Soul Spa moment on the EmpowerHER Business Podcast, Linette continues the conversation around feeling “lazy” when results don’t match your effort. For many Black women entrepreneurs in their first five years, the instinct is to push harder. But sometimes the real issue isn’t effort—it’s direction, alignment, and where your ene...

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