Ask yourself Quote by Liesha Petrovich
““Ask yourself these questions if you’re just starting your business: What’s the main reason you want to be a business owner? What’re the main priorities in your life? (Family, traveling, philanthropy, health/fitness, money, etc.) Does your current business plan allow you the freedom to pursue all your main priorities? Ask yourself these questions if you already own a business: Does your business and personal life often interfere with each other? What do you dislike most about being a business owner? (Be honest!) Is your current business flow on most days, or do you feel like you're constantly forcing it to flow? I””
About This Quote
Source Book: Business Startup Guide, 2023
Reflect on personal motivations and priorities before and during entrepreneurship to ensure alignment and balance.
In simple terms: Check why you want to own a business and if it fits your life goals.
Key Takeaway
Align business with life priorities.
Themes
self‑awareness
balance
entrepreneurship
Mood
thoughtful
determined
Type
advisory
reflective
When to use this quote
- starting a business
- running an existing business
- career planning
- personal development
Key Concepts
motivation
prioritization
life‑work integration
Questions to Reflect On
- What core value drives your entrepreneurial desire?
- How can you redesign your business to honor your top priorities?
A Different Perspective
Business demands may conflict with personal values, requiring trade‑offs.
