Day 10: What to Do When You Feel Like Giving Up on Your Business
- kbives9
- Jun 25
- 3 min read
Because burnout, doubt, and frustration don’t mean the business is over — they mean it’s time to reset.
🗓️ This blog is part of a 90-day series for solopreneurs and micro-business owners. Each post includes practical actions you can take right now to build a stronger, more profitable business.
You’ve probably had those moments — when everything feels stuck, overwhelming, or like it’s just not working. The leads have dried up. You’re behind on bills. You’re doing everything right (or so it seems)… but results aren’t showing up.
And you start thinking: “Maybe I’m not cut out for this.” “Maybe I should walk away.”
This is a normal part of building something real — not a sign of failure. But it is a signal: something in your business or approach needs to shift.
Let’s talk about how to sort through the noise, get grounded, and make a clear-headed next move.
😫 Why It Feels So Hard Right Now
Solopreneurs and micro-business owners often operate in survival mode — juggling client work, admin, marketing, and finances alone.
It’s no wonder things start to feel heavy.
That “I want to give up” feeling often stems from:
Putting in effort without seeing results
Not knowing what to focus on next
Trying to do everything in isolation
Fortunately, these are fixable problems — once you know where to look.
🧠 Step 1: Pause Before You Pivot
Before making a drastic decision, take a beat and reflect.
Ask yourself:
Am I depleted — or truly done with this?
Do I need to change the business — or just get support?
What’s actually not working, and what is?
Burnout is real, but it often comes from overwork without direction — not because your idea or talent is lacking.
📋 Step 2: Recenter on What Matters Most
When everything feels messy, focus on the three core areas that hold your business together:
1. Sales
Are new leads coming in regularly? If not, you may need more visibility or a clearer offer.
✅ Tools: SparkToro (audience insights), Google Forms (lead capture), ChatGPT (content ideas)
2. Finances
Are your prices sustainable? Are you consistently earning what you need — and tracking where money goes?
✅ Tools: Google Sheets (budgeting), Wave (invoicing), Stripe (payments)
3. Operations
Is your workday running smoothly, or are simple tasks taking up too much time?
✅ Tools: Trello (planning), ScribeHow (documenting tasks), Mouseflow (site insights)
You don’t need to fix everything at once. Just pick one area to review honestly.
🔄 Step 3: Find a Small Win You Can Act On Today
Big goals are great. But when you’re stuck, the best path forward is small and actionable.
Try this:
Pick one specific challenge
Choose one doable action that moves it forward
Do it — even if it’s imperfect
Action creates clarity. Clarity builds momentum.
🤝 You Don’t Have to Figure It All Out Alone
Trying to navigate this journey in isolation can make everything feel heavier than it is.
That’s why Taking Care of Business – Together exists: To give you structure, support, and real tools to move forward — not just survive the day.
Inside the program, you'll find:
Simple frameworks to fix what’s not working
Weekly coaching to talk through tough moments
A community of others building real businesses, just like you
📝 Catch Up on the Series:
Day 1: Why You're Stuck Under $100K
Day 2: What to Fix First
Day 3: Prioritizing What Matters
Day 4: Why You Keep Falling Behind
Day 5: Track What Matters
Day 6: Free Tools That Make Business Easier
Day 7: Why You’re Not Getting Consistent Leads
Day 8: The 15-Minute Weekly CEO Check-In
Day 9: Are You Building a Business or Just Buying Yourself a Job?
➡️ Coming Tomorrow: Day 11: What’s Actually Worth Your Time When You Only Have 10 Hours a Week
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