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EU 254: What It Means to Do Business Like a Woman: Your 2025 Transformation5 min read

December 30, 2024

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Do you ever feel like you’re sprinting on a treadmill that won’t stop? Balancing work, family, and everyone else’s needs while wondering if there’s more to life? Let me tell you, I’ve been there. But here’s the thing: transformation doesn’t come from adding more to your plate. It starts with rewriting the narrative you’ve been living by—and I’m here to help you create your blueprint for 2025.

“When was the last time you felt enough?”

Let that question sink in for a moment. Most of us spend our days hustling to meet everyone’s expectations—our bosses, kids, partners—while ignoring what we truly need. Silence feels unbearable because it forces us to confront truths we’ve buried under our busyness.

This week, I challenge you to carve out 10 minutes of true silence each day. No phone. No distractions. Just you. What bubbles up might surprise you—maybe it’s fear of not measuring up, frustration from sidelining your dreams, or longing for deeper connection. Whatever comes up, sit with it. This is where transformation begins.

Summary

  • Transform your life with a clear blueprint for 2025.
  • Self-reflection is crucial for understanding your true desires.
  • Silence can reveal the truths we’ve been avoiding.
  • Childhood chaos can shape our adult lives, but it doesn’t have to define us.
  • Rewrite fear-based beliefs to unlock your potential.
  • Identify and release habits that no longer serve you.
  • Take one brave action each week to foster change.
  • Surround yourself with a supportive community of women.
  • Celebrate every small win to acknowledge progress.
  • You are capable of creating a life that feels unapologetically yours.

Breaking Free from Old Patterns

Your past doesn’t have to define your future, but first, you need to face it. Think back to your childhood. Were you the fixer, the overachiever, or the peacekeeper? These patterns don’t disappear—they follow you into your career, relationships, and parenting. But here’s the truth:

“The chaos you grew up in doesn’t have to be your destiny.” – Veronica Cisneros, LMFT

To break free, you have to rewrite the limiting beliefs keeping you stuck. Start by recognizing the fear-based stories you tell yourself, like “If I slow down, everything will fall apart.” Replace them with truths like, “I can succeed without doing it all alone.”

Your Step-by-Step Blueprint for 2025

  1. Set Your Vision: Imagine your ideal life a year from now. Be specific—how do you feel? What’s different? Write it down like you’re telling me all about it.
  2. Identify Barriers: List the fears and beliefs you’ve outgrown. What served you as a kid likely isn’t serving you now.
  3. Create a ‘Stop Doing’ List: Write down obligations and habits that no longer align with your values. Then let them go—guilt-free.
  4. Take One Brave Action Weekly: Whether it’s setting a boundary, saying no, or taking a leap, commit to one bold step every week.
  5. Find Your People: Surround yourself with a supportive community, whether through therapy, a mentor, or Empower X. You don’t have to do this alone.
  6. Celebrate Every Win: Big or small, every step forward deserves recognition. Perfection isn’t the goal—progress is.

“The life you want is on the other side of these beliefs.” – Veronica Cisneros, LMFT

Imagine hearing your child say, “Mom, you seem so happy lately,” or your partner telling you, “I’m proud of you.” Most importantly, imagine your own voice saying, “I did it.” This is the year to stop running on autopilot and start living intentionally.

If you’re ready to rewrite your story, Empower X is your next step. Spots are limited, so don’t wait—2025 is calling, and it’s time to answer.

Remember, you are capable, powerful, and deserving of a life that feels like your own. Let’s make this year yours.

Want to join me on this journey? Visit veronicasisneros.org/empowerX to get started. Together, we’ll rewrite your story.

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Meet Veronica Cisneros

As a leading authority in women’s empowerment and a fierce advocate for building strong networks, Veronica is your go-to guru for turning fears into victories, struggles into strengths, and doubts into boundless opportunities.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 10 plus years; empowering high-achieving women in business to conquer both professional heights and personal fulfillment. She doesn’t do bandaids!
Veronica has a unique approach to overcoming obstacles and smashing through the glass ceilings that loom over ambitious women. With her arsenal of practical tools, actionable strategies, and unwavering support, Veronica doesn’t just help women succeed in their careers – she helps them thrive in every facet of their lives.

But Veronica’s expertise isn’t just theoretical – it’s personal. With over 24 years of marriage, three daughters, and a soaring career, Veronica embodies the resilience and determination needed to navigate life’s challenges. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Group Private Practice Owner, of Outside The Norm Counseling, Marriage Coach, and the voice behind the Empowered and Unapologetic podcast, Veronica effortlessly guides women to challenge themselves beyond their comfort zones.

Veronica is more than an expert – she’s a partner in transformation, turning mundane relationships into true connections. With her relatable charm and infectious humor, Veronica illuminates the path for women who refuse to settle for anything less than success in both business and relationships. Through practical tips, heartfelt anecdotes, and her trademark wit, Veronica empowers every woman to cultivate unbreakable bonds without sacrificing their ambitions.

Whether you listen to the podcast, join the free Facebook community, or do the Workshop,  you’re in the right place. Let’s do this together!

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I’m Veronica, your new Boss MOM Mentor with no filter and no BS. 

I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist, women’s coach, course creator, and retreat host. Married for OVER 20 years, raising three girls, and the host of the Empowered and Unapologetic podcast. 

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