Your background, what you’ve gone through, your hardships, your triumphs and your family make you, you. So if you have gone through tough times, don’t be afraid to share them. Life isn’t made up of a stream of achievements, big wins and success.
We bury our struggles as deep as possible, and place our failures under the rug. But that’s not being real. So share your stories of struggle, there are so many reasons to.
Shine a light for others
Your hindsight can be another’s foresight. Sharing your moments of struggle can help other entrepreneurs and make them realise that they not alone. You can be that light at the end of the tunnel.
Be courageous
It’s uncomfortable admitting failure and moments of weakness. Yet allowing yourself to be vulnerable is surprisingly gratifying. Pull on your courage, and open up about your life and your business. And be honest, talk about the good and the bad. You’ll be amazed at the positive reaction you get.
People will back you
We all love a good comeback story. So share the ways in which you’ve faced adversity and bounced back. Not only will you inspire and help others, but you will be surprised by how many people will back you and your success. Think of fairytales, and how Jack fought the giant: if no one knows your struggles they’ll never know what you’ve overcome to achieve the success that you enjoy.
Reminds you of the lessons you’ve learnt
Another great reason for sharing your story is that it helps you to analyse your past. What went wrong, what went right, did you handle a situation the best way possible? What have you learnt?
Understanding what happened and how you handled situations can provide clarity about how to do things better. And share these ‘aha’ moments with others who can learn from you too.
It keeps you humble
When you realise where you’ve come from you can gain greater perspective on how hard you’ve worked to achieve what you have today.
Feeling grateful for the moment you’re in is a rare gift and a great way to keep everything in perspective. You’re always going to want more, but be in the moment and be grateful for the experiences that have led you to this point. Just the right amount of humility is important for your future success.