Learning how to follow your intuition in business often means embracing the pivots, lessons, and the messy middle that lead to real growth.
Let me share an example from a day in the life of an entrepreneur. And no, you don’t have to be an entrepreneur to relate to this. If you’ve ever tried to bring something meaningful to life, this is for you.
Recently, I had an inspired idea.
I wanted to create a few short videos to share the themes from my Mindset Alchemy Program as a way to educate and inspire on social media.
The clarity, excitement, and full-body yes told me this was it. So, I followed the nudge.
I started scripting the messages and quickly fell in love with them.
The Power of Following a Nudge
Pivot #1: I realized this was so much more than creating just a few videos for social media.
It needed to be 30 fully guided coaching sessions for the Mindset Alchemy Program, one for each day of the journal covering all 30 themes in depth.
That meant a full production setup. I researched teleprompters, found the best app, formatted 90+ pages of scripts and then, promptly ran face-first into a wall of tech frustration.
The teleprompter app didn’t cooperate.
The setup took forever.
And after countless hours of effort, I still didn’t have a single recording done.
When you follow your intuition in business, you learn to trust your inner guidance, even when the process doesn’t look the way you expected.
When Inspiration Meets Reality
Pivot #2: Forget video. I’ll do audio instead.
It felt more natural, less fussy, and far more accessible and portable for my clients in the Mindset Alchemy Program.
So, I set up an improvised, low-tech recording studio and started recording.
I figured it would be easy. Ha!
Cue barking dogs. Meowing cats. Random deliveries. Background music commercials.
And on top of it all, I was learning audio editing on the fly because continually re-recording 4–6 minute sessions wasn’t sustainable.
Eventually, I found my rhythm.
I recorded all 30 sessions.
I edited, refined, re-listened, and practiced letting go of perfection.
And I created something I’m incredibly proud of.
Each coaching audio is powerful, rooted, expansive, and pure fuel for growth.
They guide you — one day at a time — as you become the person who can envision and build an intentional life by bringing your dreams and desires to life.
In fact, I listen to them daily to intentionally set my day up for success!
The Magic of Pivoting with Purpose
Here’s what this journey reminded me of:
- New things always take longer than expected.
The learning curve is real. Be patient with yourself. Give it space and grace. Celebrate that you’re learning something new rather than being annoyed it’s taking so long.
- Follow your inspired nudges.
Even when the path feels messy or uncertain, that nudge is wise guidance. What you create from that space will matter to you and to someone else.
- Let the pivots teach you.
Growth comes from adapting, learning, and trusting yourself. When building from inner guidance, roadblocks don’t stop you; they invite you to build a bridge.
“Following your intuition doesn’t necessarily make the path easier; it makes it authentic.”
Coach Joan Jakel
Experience the Power of Intuitive Creation
Want to experience what following your intuition sounds like in action?
I’m sharing the audio for Day 17 on the topic of Intention from the Mindset Alchemy program because it’s one of my favorites.
Click here and scroll down to the Daily Audio Coaching Series section to access both the audio and the Mindset Alchemy Journal Planner Page.
Let it inspire you to bring a little more intention into your day and help you listen for your own guidance to follow your nudges.
Final Thoughts on Following Your Intuition in Business
Your intuition is your most trustworthy business partner.
It knows when it’s time to pivot, pause, or begin again.
It knows when something feels off and when something feels exactly right.
It knows how to lead you toward the work, relationships, and opportunities that align with your purpose.
When you trust your inner guidance, you create from your authentic wisdom, not obligation.
You take inspired action that feels aligned, not forced.
And in that space, success expands from the inside out.
That’s what the Mindset Alchemy Program is all about. It helps you cultivate clarity, confidence, and intention so you can create from your most authentic self.
If you’re ready to start following your intuition and create with intention, explore the Mindset Alchemy Program and see what’s waiting for you.
Carpe Diem!
Joan
I help purpose-driven entrepreneurs upgrade their mindset, eliminate limiting beliefs and reprogram critical, negative self-talk so they can courageously and authentically use their voice, gifts and talents to make a bigger impact.
If you're ready to thrive and develop an unshakeable belief in who you are and what you can achieve, let's talk!
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