Charlena Jones, Business Clarity & Development Strategist

Charlena Jones, Business Clarity & Development Strategist Business Clarity & Development Strategist

I help businesses gain clarity in their operations so they can scale with confidence.

To book a discovery call: [email protected]

There was a time when I believed that if God called me, everything else would simply fall into place.What I’ve learned i...
07/31/2026

There was a time when I believed that if God called me, everything else would simply fall into place.

What I’ve learned is this…

A calling gives you purpose.

A plan gives you direction.

And clarity gives you the confidence to move forward.

I’ve met so many incredible women of faith who know they’re called to entrepreneurship, yet they feel stuck.

Not because they lack faith.

Not because they lack talent.

But because they’re carrying too many ideas, too many responsibilities, and too many unanswered questions.

Can I encourage you today?

You don’t have to have every answer before taking the next faithful step. Sometimes God gives clarity one step at a time as we steward what’s already in our hands.

So here’s my question for you:

What’s the ONE thing that’s keeping you from moving forward in your business right now?

Share it in the comments. I’d love to encourage you, and your answer may help another woman realize she’s not navigating the journey alone. 💙 Shore of Virginia Chamber of Commerce

07/24/2026

Stop Reacting. Start Leading.

Determined the daily business tasks that’s preventing your business from growing.

07/16/2026

STOP REACTING. START LEADING.

Are you a solo business owner who has worked hard to build your business, only to find yourself overwhelmed, overworked, and struggling to move your business forward?

Do your days consist of responding to emails, phone calls, client requests, putting out fires, and handling whatever else comes your way—only to end the day mentally exhausted with little energy left to work on your business?

Have you set business goals only to watch weeks, months, or even years pass without achieving them because the day-to-day demands of your business keep getting in the way?

If that sounds familiar, this executive strategy experience was created with you in mind.

Over the next few weeks, my goal is to help 10 solo business owners move their businesses forward in an intimate, highly interactive setting.

During this 90-minute Clarity & Capacity Working Session, you’ll:

✔️ Identify what’s preventing your business from moving forward.

✔️ Gain clarity on where your time, energy, and capacity are being consumed.

✔️ Prioritize the strategic actions that will have the greatest impact on moving your business forward.

Monday, July 27, 2026
10:00 AM EST

Investment: $497

This executive strategy experience is intentionally limited to 10 solo business owners to create a high-impact, interactive environment where every participant has the opportunity to actively work on their business, engage in meaningful discussion, and receive strategic guidance and personalized insight throughout the session.

If you’re ready to stop reacting and start leading…

Move your business forward today.

CC
⬇️⬇️⬇️ Shore of Virginia Chamber of Commerce

06/28/2026

Day 12 of My Business Visibility Challenge
How Much Is Lack of Clarity Costing Your Business?

Not all business costs appear on a financial statement.

Sometimes the cost shows up as:

✔️ Delayed decisions
✔️ Missed opportunities
✔️ Lost time
✔️ Constantly shifting priorities
✔️ Slower progress toward your goals

🎙️ Today's Clarity Conversation

Listen as I explore the hidden cost of lacking clarity and why clarity is often one of the most valuable assets a business owner can develop.

What opportunity, goal, or decision might be moving faster if you had greater clarity around your next step?

I'd love to hear your perspective in the comments. Your insight may help another business owner navigating a similar challenge.

If topics like clarity, business growth, and sustainability resonate with you, follow along. I'm building a space for business owners to engage in conversations and access resources designed to help them move forward with confidence.

Over the past 12 days, I've been sharing lessons, questions, and observations related to business clarity. Tomorrow, I'll be reflecting on what this visibility challenge has taught me about clarity and how it has influenced the way I think about showing up in business.

06/27/2026

Day 11 of My Business Visibility Challenge
What Is One Decision You've Been Avoiding in Your Business?

Some of the most difficult business decisions aren't the ones we don't know about.

They're the ones we know need to be made.

Whether it's pricing, hiring, systems, or pursuing a new opportunity, delayed decisions often create more stress than the decision itself.

🎙️ Today's Clarity Conversation

Listen as I talk about the impact of delayed decisions and why progress often starts with one clear decision.

What's one decision you've been putting off in your business?

I'd love to hear your perspective in the comments. Your insight may help another business owner navigating a similar challenge.

If topics like clarity, business growth, and sustainability resonate with you, follow along. I'm building a space for business owners to engage in conversations and access resources designed to help them move forward with confidence.

Tomorrow's Question: How much could a lack of clarity be costing your business?

06/26/2026

Day 10 of My Business Visibility Challenge
Where Are You Making Decisions From?

As business owners, we make decisions every day.

The question is: Are those decisions being made from clarity or urgency?

When we're overwhelmed, it's easy to react to what's in front of us rather than focus on what aligns with our goals.

🎙️ Today's Clarity Conversation

Listen as I share why the source of our decisions matters and how clarity can help us move forward with greater confidence.

Are you responding to urgency, or are you moving from clarity?

I'd love to hear your perspective in the comments. Your insight may help another business owner navigating a similar challenge.

If topics like clarity, business growth, and sustainability resonate with you, follow along. I'm building a space for business owners to engage in conversations and access resources designed to help them move forward with confidence.

Tomorrow's Question: What is one decision you've been avoiding in your business?

Day 9: Are You Grant Ready?Welcome to Day 9 of my business visibility challenge as an introvert and 9-5 professional.I’m...
06/26/2026

Day 9: Are You Grant Ready?

Welcome to Day 9 of my business visibility challenge as an introvert and 9-5 professional.

I’m Charlena Jones, a Business Clarity and Development Strategist. I help business owners bring clarity to their operations so they can scale with confidence.

Over the past two days, we’ve discussed why grants should supplement—not sustain—your business and the importance of building financial stability.

Today, let’s talk about grant readiness.

One of the biggest misconceptions about grants is that needing funding automatically makes a business a strong candidate for funding.

In reality, grant readiness is often about preparation.

Before pursuing grant opportunities, consider the following:

• Do you have a clear mission and purpose?

• Can you clearly articulate the problem your business or organization is working to address?

• Do you have a strategic plan or roadmap?

• Are your financial records organized and up to date?

• Can you demonstrate outcomes, impact, or progress?

• Do you have the capacity to manage and report on grant funds if awarded?

Grant funding can be a valuable tool for growth and expansion. However, many funders want to see that an organization or business has a strong foundation and a plan for sustainability beyond the grant period.

Grant readiness isn’t just about applying for funding.

It’s about positioning your business or organization to compete for funding and effectively manage it when awarded.

When you think about grant readiness, which area needs the most attention in your business right now? Let me know in the comments.

If you’re looking to create strategic breathing room in your business, let’s connect.

Day 8: Is Your Business Financially Stable Enough to Grow?Welcome to Day 8 of my business visibility challenge as an int...
06/26/2026

Day 8: Is Your Business Financially Stable Enough to Grow?

Welcome to Day 8 of my business visibility challenge as an introvert and 9-5 professional.

I’m Charlena Jones, a Business Clarity and Development Strategist. I help business owners bring clarity to their operations so they can scale with confidence.

As business owners, we often focus on growth. More customers. More revenue. More opportunities.

But before pursuing growth, it may be worth asking a different question:

Is your business financially stable enough to support growth?

Financial stability is about more than the amount of money coming into your business. It’s also about understanding where your money is going and whether your business can consistently meet its financial obligations.

A few questions to consider:

• Do you know your monthly operating expenses?

• Do you have a clear understanding of your profit margins?

• Are you able to separate business and personal finances?

• Do you have a plan for managing unexpected expenses?

• Are your current revenue streams sufficient to support your business goals?

Financial stability creates strategic breathing room. It allows business owners to make decisions from a position of confidence rather than urgency.

Growth is important, but a stable foundation often makes sustainable growth possible.

What is one thing you’ve done to strengthen the financial stability of your business? Share below.

If you’re looking to create strategic breathing room in your business, let’s connect.

Tomorrow, we’ll explore another question many business owners ask: Are you grant ready?

Day 7: Why Grants Should Supplement—Not Sustain—Your BusinessWelcome to Day 7 of my business visibility challenge as an ...
06/20/2026

Day 7: Why Grants Should Supplement—Not Sustain—Your Business

Welcome to Day 7 of my business visibility challenge as an introvert and 9-5 professional.

I’m Charlena Jones, a Business Clarity and Development Strategist. I help business owners bring clarity to their operations so they can scale with confidence.

One of the most common questions I hear from business owners is, “Where can I find grants?”

While grants can be a valuable resource, I encourage business owners to view them as a supplement to their revenue strategy—not the foundation of it.

Most grants are temporary. They have a beginning and an end. Once the funding period is over, your business still needs the ability to generate revenue, pay expenses, and continue operating.

If your business depends entirely on grant funding to survive, what happens when the grant runs out?

A stronger approach is to focus first on building a revenue-generating business model. This may include sales, service contracts, memberships, products, partnerships, or other income streams that support the long-term sustainability of your business.

Then, when grant opportunities become available, those funds can be used strategically to support growth, expand capacity, launch new initiatives, or accelerate progress toward your goals.

Grants can be a powerful tool.

But they are often most effective when they enhance an already functioning business model rather than replace one.

What role do grants play in your overall business strategy? Share your thoughts in the comments.

If you’re looking to create strategic breathing room in your business, let’s connect.

Address

P. O. Box 672
Eastville, VA
23347

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+17576077753

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Charlena Jones, Business Clarity & Development Strategist posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Charlena Jones, Business Clarity & Development Strategist:

Shortcuts

Share