The Belted Journal

I Should Be Further Along By Now

You ever have that quiet thought creep in… “I should be further along by now.” I was having lunch with a friend of mine who’s in real estate, and she said it out loud. Not dramatically. Not for ...

The Confidence Effect: Why Starting Is the Hardest Part

Sometimes the hardest part isn’t doing it all — it’s simply starting. A reflection on resilience, confidence, and how small actions create powerful momentum for women in their 40s and beyond.

Styling Is an Art. Sales Is a Process. What Boutique Owners Need to Hear Right Now

Many boutique owners say traffic is down — but the real opportunity may not be more traffic. It may be better process. Inspired by Alex Hormozi’s philosophy that sales is not an art but a repeatabl...