V#010 EDITION ~ March 3rd, 2025 

💡 The Secret to Success? It’s Not What You Think…

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What famous entrepreneur was turned down over 300 times before securing funding for their business, which later became a billion-dollar empire?

Let’s talk about something that every entrepreneur faces but few master: resilience.

Last week, I had a moment. You know the kind—where nothing seems to go right. A project I poured weeks into wasn’t gaining traction, and frustration was knocking on my door.

I caught myself slipping into the "Is this even worth it?" mindset. Ever been there?

But then I remembered something: Every success story starts with someone who refused to quit.

🚀 Jeff Bezos was laughed at for selling books online.
🚀 Oprah was told she wasn’t fit for television.
🚀 Walt Disney was fired because he “lacked imagination.”

What if they had given up?

Here’s the truth: Success isn’t about avoiding failures—it’s about pushing through them.

🛠 How to Build Resilience as an Entrepreneur

1️⃣ Reframe Your Failures – Stop seeing setbacks as dead ends. Instead, ask, “What is this teaching me?”
2️⃣ Develop a ‘Bounce-Back’ Routine – When things don’t go as planned, step away, reset, and return with a fresh strategy.
3️⃣ Surround Yourself with the Right People – The best way to stay strong? Be in a community of like-minded entrepreneurs who lift you up.

💬 What’s the biggest obstacle you’ve faced in business? Join the discussion inside Self Made Success Community and share how you overcame it!

👉 Jump into the Conversation Here 

📚 Must-Read Articles This Week:

1️⃣ How to Stay Focused When Everything Feels Overwhelming 💡

Ever feel like your to-do list is running your life? You’re not alone.
This article breaks down how to regain control, eliminate distractions, and work smarter—not harder.

👉 Read the Full Article Here

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2️⃣ The Resilient Entrepreneur’s Toolbox: Courses That Help You Push Forward 🚀

Inside the Self Made Success Community, we don’t just talk about success—we provide the tools to make it happen. Here are some must-have resources:

🔥 Affiliate Marketing Academy (AMA) – Learn how to build passive income streams that withstand market shifts.
🔥 7 Steps to Freedom – Your roadmap to creating a business that lasts, not just one that makes quick cash.
🔥 Mass Traffic Blueprint – Because a business without traffic is like a store without customers.
🔥 The Success Breakthrough – How to unlock the mindset shifts that separate struggling entrepreneurs from six-figure earners.
🔥 Estage SAAS – The ultimate tool to automate and scale your business without the tech overwhelm.

💡 Which course is right for you? Check out the full list here 👉 Explore the Resource Vault

✨ Community Spotlight

🚀 Community Challenges & Events

✅ 📅 March Growth Challenge: This month, we’re challenging every community member to level up in one area of their business.

Drop your goal inside the Self Made Success Community and get support to make it happen! 💪

👉 Join the March Challenge Here

This week, I challenge you to adopt the mindset of a resilient entrepreneur.

✅ Got a setback? Turn it into a lesson.
✅ Feeling stuck? Take one small action forward.
✅ Need support? Lean into the community—we’ve got your back.

Here’s to pushing past limits, embracing challenges, and unlocking your full potential.

Until next week,
Lane Evans

P.S. What’s one time you turned a failure into a success? Log into the community and share your story—I’d love to hear it!💕

WEEKLY DIGEST
LAST WEEK IN THE SELF MADE SUCCESS COMMUNITY 

Happy Monday Everyone! Here’s The Self Made Success weekly digest for the week of March 2nd. 

📌 Mindset Monday – Your success starts in your mind. What’s one belief you need to shift this week? [Join the conversation here.]
📌 Thursday Thrive Hacks – How automation is shaping the future of online business. [Read the latest hack here.]
📌 New Members Alert! – Let’s give a warm welcome to our newest members! 🎉 [Jump into the welcome thread here.]

👋 Welcome to our Newest Members ~ Let's give a warm welcome to them in the community! 

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🎯 "If you’re always waiting for the perfect moment, you’ll always be waiting. Take action before you feel ready."

🚀 Your next breakthrough starts now. What’s one thing you’ll commit to doing this week to build resilience in your business?

If you know someone who could use a little extra motivation, please feel free to share—because friends don’t let friends miss out on greatness! 😉

Howard Schultz, the founder of Starbucks, was turned down by 242 banks before securing funding to build his coffee empire.

Let that sink in… 💭