Sarah Nemecek Coaching

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Wherever you want to take your business, the best way to get there is with a clear plan. Start with where you are, have...
04/21/2026

Wherever you want to take your business, the best way to get there is with a clear plan.

Start with where you are, have a defined destination, and identify possible paths to get there.

Some things will be easy and obvious, but most will be little twists and turns you can’t see in advance.

See the trail in this photo? That was less than 0.25 miles of a many mile hike. But seeing that little trail ahead was something fun and clear to focus on and look forward to as we went.

Give yourself clear numbers to focus on as you go so you know when you’re on or off track, and can adjust.

What is indecision?⁠⁠Indecision is what happens when there is a decision or choice to be made, but you do not actually m...
04/10/2026

What is indecision?⁠
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Indecision is what happens when there is a decision or choice to be made, but you do not actually make a decision and act on it.⁠
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The reason doesn’t matter.⁠
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The result is that a default mode of inaction is chosen and the actions that would follow the decision stay in limbo in an open loop.⁠
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This goes beyond decision fatigue - the decreasing ability to make decisions when you are faced with making decisions all day.⁠
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This ongoing open loop of unmade decisions exhausts you and holds back you and the people you work with from making the desired progress in your work.⁠
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In practice, this looks like avoiding a task, procrastinating on something that needs an answer or action, or constantly seeking and waiting for input or feedback from someone else instead of just deciding and moving forward.⁠
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When you recognize your indecision, you can take action to shift how you react to the situations that tend to give you trouble with deciding. So you can build your confidence and self trust.⁠
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What are situations where indecision is your default?

When you’re running a business, it’s so easy to assume that you must be the only one who is struggling, frustrated, lost...
08/06/2025

When you’re running a business, it’s so easy to assume that you must be the only one who is struggling, frustrated, lost, confused, panicked, and having more bad days than good days.

Most of us humans keep those feelings on lockdown when we are talking to other people because the fear of anyone knowing is pretty terrifying and dangerous to our survival. Or at least pride.

I don’t believe that a business owner exists who doesn’t struggle so intensely that they consider quitting multiple times a week. Regardless of how successful they look to you.

It could be finances, employees, contractors, legal matters, confidence, sales, technology, family matters, health issues, overwhelm.

Next time you’re having a down day, try one of these.

1. Remind yourself at least daily that you truly are not alone, even if you can’t see or hear about other people’s specific struggles.

2. Measure and evaluate what you’re doing in your business. (Facts > Drama)

3. Reassess your assumptions about just how much hard work it will actually take to get what you want. It’s usually A LOT harder than anyone lets on.

4. Seek out intimate groups of business owners you feel connected with, develop a relationship, and eventually try being vulnerable with them. Much easier said than done, I know.

P.S. If you are looking for a safe group to learn and connect with to reach your business goals, I’m putting together a small group for exactly that. If you would like to get on the waiting list to be the first to hear all the details, message me and let me know.

When you’re getting started in business, just setting a goal is a huge step in the right direction.But setting the goal ...
07/31/2025

When you’re getting started in business, just setting a goal is a huge step in the right direction.

But setting the goal alone is not what guarantees success. It just plants the seed of possibility.

The next step is to make a clear plan for how you’ll reach your goal.

And create systems to support that plan.

Systems help you take action every day regardless of whether you feel motivated or energized in the moment.

This is how you create results, confidence, and calm as a business owner.

If you want to know exactly where you are taking your business and create simple systems to guarantee you get there, message me. I can help you cut through the confusion and focus on what really matters for your business.

If you’re like most business owners, you probably have a good idea of what you need to do to succeed and move your busin...
07/22/2025

If you’re like most business owners, you probably have a good idea of what you need to do to succeed and move your business forward.

But, you aren’t you doing it for some reason.

Why is that? What would it take for you to start doing it?

Most of us think we are waiting for the right time, more motivation, more energy, more money, or more clarity.

However, none of that usually changes things.

The real reason it’s so hard to do the things that will take you to the next level in business is because it takes risking and actually feeling uncomfortable things.

You have to face fear, doubt, and confusion. And risk embarrassment or rejection.

It sounds simple and even silly, but that is what I see keeping so many people from getting where they want to be in business.

And the solution is not to reject or avoid those feelings. It’s to welcome them and do the things anyway.

That’s what I help my clients do. We cover the strategy and the actions, and then we develop the mental strength to take the action even when the heavy, uncomfortable feelings come up.

So next time you are thinking about doing that big thing, or uncomfortable thing, and putting it off, check in on the emotions you’re feeling. Ask yourself if you’re willing to let that emotion be there and do the thing anyway.

I know you can do it!

At any given moment, most small business owners feel frozen in place trying to decide which of the 30 different business...
10/29/2024

At any given moment, most small business owners feel frozen in place trying to decide which of the 30 different business projects they should focus on first.

Not to mention, what would happen to the day-to-day work if you did start working on one or more of those projects.

Part of the challenge is that most of the things on your list feel huge and confusing, like where would you even start if you did choose one.

And then, how long would it take to see results once you do choose something?

So today, I invite you to pick 5 things off your list and actually answer those questions.

Then answer this third question. To tackle each project, do you need to learn a new skill (like bookkeeping or marketing) or do you need to work through some kind of emotional thing like low confidence, fear, or doubt?

When you give yourself these bits of clarity, it’s so much easier to start making decisions and taking action.

You can do this on your own, or hire a business coach to help you work through the details and stick to your follow-through.

Want to know more about this process or working with your own business coach? Message me.

I meet way too many business owners who stress about the money in their business, and believe that is just the way it is...
10/21/2024

I meet way too many business owners who stress about the money in their business, and believe that is just the way it is when you own a business.

They are doing great work for their clients, and hope that continuing to do good work will hopefully lead to the money part falling into place.

Unfortunately, doing a good job is just one piece of the puzzle of building a successful business.

I get it. Looking at the financial side of your business feels tedious on a good day.

And on the more difficult days, you may be losing sleep, having panic attacks, and wondering if this is going to work out long term.

That’s why I incorporate the financial side of your business (and your life) into the work I do with my clients.

We take the drama and stress out of the numbers so you can focus on what matters.

I show you how to incorporate financial pieces into the daily flow of your business so that making and keeping money, never falling behind, and always feeling in control are natural habits instead of painful, draining chores that you put off for months at a time.

You not only make more money with less stress, but you sleep better, you’re a better leader for your team, and you have more time for life outside work.

Ready to sleep better knowing your business is making money and your decisions are sound?

Message me.

While we’re still a couple of months away from the end of this year, I’m already working with some of my clients on thei...
10/17/2024

While we’re still a couple of months away from the end of this year, I’m already working with some of my clients on their plans for next year.

And one of the things that challenges so many small business owners when planning is making decisions about what to pursue and how to pursue it.

There are literally endless possibilities for you and your business. So many, that it can feel overwhelming when it’s time to sit down and create an actual plan.

How do you know if you’re choosing the right thing?
What if it doesn’t work?
What if you waste time or money on the wrong thing?
What will people think about it?

A large part of my work with clients is not so much identifying the right thing, but developing the skill of making the decision, following through, winning or learning from it, and not losing belief in yourself in the process.

Have you started thinking about next year? What will you do differently this time?

If you dread the planning process for your business, I’d love to invite you to next month’s Coffee Talk with Amigas Mean...
10/15/2024

If you dread the planning process for your business, I’d love to invite you to next month’s Coffee Talk with Amigas Means Friends, here in Denver.

Join us for Coffee Talk on November 13 from 8:00 - 10:00 AM! ☕✨ This is your chance to connect, collaborate, and set your goals for an amazing 2025!

Enjoy some coffee and breakfast while I guide you through evaluating the current year and setting powerful goals for the next.

Don’t miss out on discovering a better approach to year-end planning.

Tag your amigas and let’s grow together!

How do you decide the pricing for your products and services?And how do you know if you’ve got it right?As with so many ...
10/13/2024

How do you decide the pricing for your products and services?

And how do you know if you’ve got it right?

As with so many things in business, I don’t believe there is a “right” answer to these questions.

If you’re reevaluating your existing prices, or looking to roll out some new products or services soon, here are 5 questions to ask that will get you a better pricing strategy.

1. What is the value your clients will get from the thing you’re selling?
2. What will it take to sell the thing, and what will it take to deliver it?
3. How many do you plan to sell in what period of time?
4. How much money do you need to make to support your business operations and yourself?
5. What feels right to you (as in, you’re proud and excited to talk about your product at this price instead of panicked or ashamed)?

When you answer these questions, you will find pricing that makes sense for you, your clients and your business.

You will feel confident that the price supports your business without you and your team burning out.

And you’ll feel good about yourself instead of wondering if you’re gouging people because you aren’t able to meet that value or feeling shorted because you think it’s worth more than you’re charging.

Want help with your specific pricing questions? Message me to learn more.

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