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Challenge To Triumph: Advice To Overcome The Entrepreneur Roller Coaster

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4 years ago

November 25, 2021

The journey of entrepreneurship is fraught with challenges. However, as may be said of any endeavor, success lies not in the attainment of the end-goal, but rather in the mastery of self through the lessons learned along the way.

The hallmark of a true entrepreneur lies in the appreciation of each challenge being a lesson in disguise.

In 2020, as the World began to navigate the Pandemic, renowned Life Coach and celebrated Author Mel Robbins, wrote her latest book, ‘The High Five Habit’. During a recent podcast interview with Jay Shetty, Robbins shared what contributed to the creation of the book:

‘It is about learning to wipe the dust off the mirror between ourselves and our reflection staring back at us’

In March 2020, within the space of 72 hours, Robbins endured a barrage of obstacles: her CBS Daily Broadcast Show was axed, her publishing contract was cancelled and her daughters’ College closed. She felt complete defeat.

Robbins attributes the success of her book to the events of those 72 hours. Had they not transpired as they did, she might never have created ‘The High Five Habit’.

In a recent interview Kendra Davies and Bella Marie Lane, shared their own stories of overcoming adversity to reach success in their businesses.

Kendra Davies: Learn How To Stay In Your Lane

Kendra Davies is one of America’s leading Life Coaches and advisor to Fortune 100 Companies, with the foundation of her work rooted in the science of Positive Psychology.

During times of difficulty, a common default behaviour of high-achieving women is to isolate. At a time when isolation is already amplified by current world circumstances, the result can lead to obsessively focusing on what your competitors are doing, and falsely believing you need to follow suit. Learning how to put your blinkers on and stay in your own lane, was the lesson in disguise waiting for Davies. It enabled her to create a business that has thrived during one of the most challenging times in economic history.

Her biggest piece of advice:

‘Let go of all the ideas of what you thought you needed to look like or act like in order to create success. Comparison creates a prison within the mind, no CEO can operate from that place, let it go and stay in your lane! Define success for yourself and hold yourself to that standard.’

Bella Maree Lane: Fortitude And Faith

Entrepreneurship is a journey of self mastery, where moving through the valleys allows you to relish in the peaks. One of the many pillars to mastery is mentorship. Bella Maree Lane, who has spent the past 2 decades working with World-Class Mentors, has mastered the understanding of when to do the work, and when to outsource support in the pursuit of long lasting change.

Lane is an Australian Heart Wound Healer, and Tantric and Conscious Intimacy Coach, who resides in Southern California. She specializes in the areas of relatability and relationships, two concepts that many have struggled with during extended lockdowns and extenuating external circumstances.

During a recent 12 month mentorship, Lane came to the sobering realization that until now, her life had been missing a deeper level of fortitude and faith. The awakening spurred a level of growth in her business, far beyond anything she had previously experienced.

Her biggest piece of advice:

‘Don’t continually seek and pay “experts” once you have a certain level of expertise yourself. Look for the answers within. Trust yourself and your judgment. This means staying informed, flexible, and committed. Delegate activities not within your wheelhouse. Realize your worth and only do what best amplifies and reflects that.’

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Kelli Lewis and Her Inspiration Behind KelliWorks

Published

3 hours ago

March 29, 2026

Michelle Langton

Kelli Lewis has made a name for herself through her virtual accounting firm KelliWorks which specializes in dealing with the finances of small and mid-sized businesses. The firm was established, keeping in mind the need for expert and technology-driven accounting services to cater mainly to small and mid-sized businesses. At a time when these small and mid-sized business owners were struggling with the inconsistencies in their accounting work, bookkeeping, and payroll management, Kelli came up with her firm that provided bookkeeping, financial strategy consulting, helping businesses to deal with their finances and giving solutions using technology, and payroll management.

Kelli uses her experience as a small business expert to help businesses still stuck with the conventional methods of accounting. Her firm, KelliWorks is remote and leverages the latest accounting technology and helps these small and mid-sized businesses find accurate and scalable solutions.

Kelli Lewis’ Inspirational Story in Being a Successful Small Business Expert

Born on April 5, 1985, in Orange, New Jersey, Kelli Lewis does not have any formal education, nor has she graduated from an educational institution. Kelli’s early years were spent on her mother’s recovery from a coma after a car accident. It was during that time while spending time with her mother at her rehabilitation, Kelli understood what it meant to be adaptable and perseverant. That, later on, went on to become the qualities she used in her business approach towards entrepreneurs. She built her career through hands-on experiences, an understanding of business operations and financial management, and mentorship.

Kelli’s story is inspiring because despite not having a formal degree, her business KelliWorks was created to encourage entrepreneurs to find their strength and build a team that compliments their workforce. Kelli’s understanding of how to sustain a business, future-proof business models, and implement financial safeguards have helped her guide businesses to navigate their obstacles.

She attributes her success at her business to the values she learned while growing up. She uses the experience gained through back-office management, business consulting, and accounting. That enabled her to understand the need to get rid of outdated accounting systems and come up with a modern one that was technology-based.

Her virtual accounting firm, KelliWorks offers a range of business and accounting consultations, and goes with the catchphrase, “KelliWorks, so you don’t have to”. They include:

● Bookkeeping and Payroll Management – This ensures accurate financial records and smooth payroll operations.

● Business Process Optimization – Helps to implement automated systems that will improve forecasting and financial decision making.

● Financial Strategy and Planning – Assists businesses with budgeting and cash flow efficiency. It reduces reliance on manual processes.

● Technology Integration – It utilizes cloud-based accounting software and financial tools to streamline business operations.

KelliWorks is dedicated to lessening the financial stress of small and mid-sized businesses by giving them support and proper financial guidance. The entrepreneurs are informed about the best practices they can adopt, the long-term successful financial strategies, and technology solutions. Their commitment to stay at the forefront of small business financial consulting is commendable. The firm deals with the financial aspects of the businesses and thereby helps the entrepreneurs concentrate on their business growth.

Running a successful business and managing a family can be a challenge. Kelli Lewis balances her family life with her work life by incorporating the systems that allow her business to function efficiently and effectively. Her boundaries between work and family are well-defined. Kelli sets a good example to those who are business-minded on how to cope with the pressures of being competitive and flexible when it comes to combining her personal and work lives together.