The Solopreneur's Survival Guide: 4 Things I Did To Overcome Self-Doubt, Creative Slumps, and Dwindling Motivation While Building My Business From Home

Learn how to:

Stop “procrasti-working” and refocus to ramp up momentum so you can finish the day strong with a solid list of wins that light you up inside

Work less while accomplishing your goals so you have more time for life (because “all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy” 😉)

Kick that creative slump and tap into your energetic flow so you can learn to trust yourself to make the big moves that will have the most impact (and add more zeros to your bank account...)

Break free from the “shoulds” that are sabotaging your unique working style (and productivity)

...so you can crush your impact & income goals like a boss!

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Why Did You Start Your Business?

For the FREEDOM! You have a passion for what you do and no matter what, nothing will stop you from reaching your goals.

But running your business doesn't mean you have to be alone. That's where The Groundswell Effect Community and the Solopreneur's Survival Guide come in.

You'll learn how to re-work your to-do list, work more efficiently WHEN you want to and work fewer hours but still get the same amount of work done. Of course, you'll also learn how to connect with other solopreneurs like yourself, so that you can motivate and inspire each other each and every day!

Our Online Community Of Wicked Smart, Impact-Driven Solopreneurs Is Where Visionaries Who Want More Out Of Their Business AND Life Come To:

Voice Ideas

Bounce your ideas and thoughts off like-minded people in a safe and

encouraging environment

Create Relationships

Connect and create relationships that will have you rooting for each other's success every step of the way!

Reach Goals Faster

Become inspired and fueled to hit those milestones and reach the goals you've been wanting to achieve!

Building A Biz Solo Can Be Tough...

If you're feeling trapped in an unproductive cycle and crave more balance in your life, let us help you get unstuck.

Grab The Solopreneur's Survival Guide below to start implementing the 4 things I did that (literally!) changed the game for me when I was almost ready to throw in the towel.

You have more time for life than you think you do! And if you're like me, you started your business because you wanted more FREEDOM.

Start here to learn how to achieve more while working less...

About Us

Oh hey there! I’m Jess.

I’m the Founder of The Groundswell Effect online community and Groundswell Coworking, a co-working office space in Canada.

I’m what you might call multi-passionate - for years, I’ve worked on side projects, volunteered on boards and committees, run businesses, and supported others’ businesses, making magic happen with a laptop and a whole lotta grit. But before I fully committed to entrepreneur life, I dabbled between part-time office work and freelancing remotely from home.

I thought I would love the distraction-free world of working from home (the freedom! Unlimited coffee breaks! No commute!) but guess what – I hated it.

I would stare at my computer for hours on end with nothing to show for it (and by staring at my computer, I mean compulsively checking Facebook™ for signs of human life – are you out there?! Anyone?!)

And truthfully, I started to freak out a little… Have I lost my creative edge?

Am I finally crumbling under the pressure of keeping up with a job AND running my businesses?

Or maybe (gasp!) I’m truly not cut out for entrepreneur life after all?!

But at that time, I had no idea that the reason for this feeling of utter powerlessness over my to-do list was directly related to one crucial “X” factor that I had grossly underestimated during my days in the office…

Human connection!

Yes - actual living, breathing people.

Because after your doggo runs out of ideas, where do you turn?

Your day-to-day starts to get pretty mundane, uninspiring… then - poof! – all of a sudden, your motivation has disappeared, and you’re questioning (literally) everything.

After years of feeling frustrated with missing my own deadlines and the constant (unproductive) rollercoaster of building an empire from home in my PJs, something finally clicked…

What I realized was that I missed the camaraderie and sense of teamwork that I had taken for granted in the office. I missed the spontaneous brainstorming sessions and the incredible spark of energy I felt when I knew I was on the edge of my next big idea, and the excitement in my colleagues’ faces as they felt it too.

This discovery was nothing less than life-changing, as I now saw clearly the “dark side” of working from home and how it can have a REAL impact on your business growth goals.

So I set out on a mission to bring impact-driven solopreneurs together to amplify the success and impact of one through the power of inspired collaboration!

Why Members Love The Groundswell Effect Community...

Caroline Jager

Homegrown Hideaway

I would not be where I am if it wasn't for the Groundswell family. Every chance I get, I let people know how instrumental Groundswell has been to my career path and my life in general. While we aren't always grounded, there is always someone there to pull us back down or remind us to celebrate the wins, sit in uncomfortable places, and ride the waves. This group is invaluable to me. You have created something magical, and I am honored to be a part of it.

Brian Humphrey

SHIFT Fitness

This is what the doctor ordered. Seriously beyond grateful for filling out the form and letting go and allowing emotions to flow and be supported. Feeling a lot better and have so much more space and freedom from self-pressure.

Kim Clark

Kim Clark Fine Art

Support, encouragement, cheerleaders, and brainstorming all within a community of people that are pushing you in a gentle way to be the best you can be! Signing up for a Groundswell membership is the best thing I have ever done for myself and my business. The value is indescribable!

Becky McArthur

We Communicate

This community pushed me even when they didn’t know it. If you are looking for a community of people to lift you up, stop looking because you’ve found it

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