8 Must-Have Habits for Every Soul-Led Entrepreneur
8 Must-Have Habits for Every Soul-Led Entrepreneur
In today’s fast-evolving world of business, a new breed of entrepreneur is emerging. These trailblazers—Soulpreneurs—(learn more about being a Soulpreneur in this blog) are transforming the way we work, collaborate, and experience success. With unconventional approaches and regenerative business models, they aim not just for financial prosperity but also for collective growth, trust, and authenticity. These leaders are coaches, alchemists, transformation specialists, and creatives who build businesses with deep intention and soul.
But what does it truly take to embody this Soulpreneur mindset and succeed in a way that aligns with your true essence? It’s not just about traditional business skills. To fully embrace the Soulpreneur lifestyle, there are 8 must-have habits that every soul-led entrepreneur must adopt. Let’s explore these non-negotiables that will help guide you on your journey.
1. Give Up Caring About What Other People Think
A key habit of Soulpreneurs is releasing the fear of judgment. The entrepreneurial journey, especially the soul-led path, is unique and often unconventional. To make a real impact, you must free yourself from the need for external validation. Trust your inner voice and intuition, and let that lead the way.
2. Take Full Responsibility for Your Growth and Recovery
Soulpreneurs understand that growth often comes with challenges. Rather than running from difficult times, they embrace them as opportunities to grow. When times get tough, take full responsibility for your development and healing. Cultivate the mindset that you are the creator of your destiny.
3. Prioritize Well-Being Over Workaholism
As a Soulpreneur, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle. However, the most successful entrepreneurs know that the true key to sustainable success lies in prioritizing well-being. Rest, balance, and self-care are non-negotiables for lasting fulfillment. Learn to appreciate life’s simple joys, and watch your energy and productivity soar.
4. Honor Your Body and Deliver Your Work From a Place of Embodiment
True authenticity comes from alignment—when your mind, body, and spirit are in harmony. Honor your body and approach your work from a place of embodiment. Your energy will translate into your business, allowing you to show up fully as your authentic self, no matter the task.
5. Trust That Both Dark and Fertile Times Have Value
The Soulpreneur journey isn’t linear, and the dark times are just as valuable as the bright ones. Each phase holds lessons that help you evolve. Trust that both the ups and downs contribute to your greater purpose. You are in a constant state of transformation, and the contrasts you experience are part of the process.
6. Go All-In with Vocal and Visible Vulnerability
Vulnerability is one of the greatest strengths a Soulpreneur can embody. Going all-in means showing up as your authentic self, flaws and all. Speak your truth, share your journey, and allow yourself to be seen. This vulnerability connects you to your community in a way that is real and raw.
7. Talk Openly About Your Failures and Embrace Them as Learning Experiences
Failure is not something to hide from or fear. Soulpreneurs understand that setbacks are valuable lessons on the path to success. Embrace your failures, learn from them, and use them as stepping stones for growth. When you talk openly about your challenges, you show others that it’s okay to fail—and that failure can lead to success.
8. Recognize That Your Reclamation Story is One of Your Greatest Assets
Each Soulpreneur has a unique story of reclamation—of returning to their true self. This story is not something to hide but to embrace and share with others. It’s a powerful tool for connection, healing, and inspiration. When you reclaim your authenticity, you can lead others to do the same.
The Soulpreneur Mindset: Stripping Away Conventional Business Norms
In traditional business environments, success is often tied to hierarchy, competition, and the relentless pursuit of profit. However, Soulpreneurs redefine what success looks like. It’s not about outdoing others; it’s about co-creating alongside your customers and community. You understand that business is not just a transaction—it’s about collective evolution.
For Soulpreneurs, money is a byproduct, not the driving force. The true motivation is the growth of the ecosystem around you—the people, the purpose, and the mutual elevation of all involved. As I write in my book Light the Way:
“Separation is an ugly attitude. It is time we accept the beauty of another human as their beauty, not to compare it with the beauty and try to look like it. It is time for us to know that there is enough room and space for us all to open businesses with the same ideas and venture together to work in collaboration. It is time for us together to rise, lift, and embrace each other to be who we were born to be.”
This is the essence of co-creation: a mutual collaboration where every individual brings their unique gifts to the table and is valued for who they are, not just for what they produce.
Don’t miss the event of the year!
On May 22 Natalie will be bringing together 7 soul-led entrepreneurs who follow these 8 principles sharing their in-person Talk Openly About Their Failures and How They Embraced Them as Learning Experiences
“The Power of Us” is an unforgettable evening that will leave you inspired, connected, and moved. This one-of-a-kind music experience brings together the power of the human voice, the magic of storytelling, and the bold courage to share your truth.
The next blog in this series will be “Empowering Leaders to Speak Up: Integrating Sustainability, Transparency, and Trust in the Workplace”
