5 Truths About Success—And Why I’m Still Showing Up
I recently stumbled across an article by Barbara Corcoran. If you don’t know who she is, don’t worry—I didn’t either. But the title of her piece caught my eye: short, punchy, and promising. 5 ‘Truths About Success’ That Could Make You Rich. I like short. I love to-the-point. And let’s be honest—who wouldn’t be curious about getting rich?
Now, I’m like most folks. I wouldn’t turn down wealth, but I’m not chasing yachts or private islands. For me, “rich” means having enough: enough to pay the bills, fix up my home, travel a little, and treat friends to a nice dinner now and then. That’s my sweet spot.
Barbara Corcoran, as it turns out, rose from childhood poverty to become a real estate powerhouse, investor, entrepreneur, and TV personality on Shark Tank. She’s someone who turned adversity into opportunity. Her five truths resonated deeply—especially as I build my own store, Welcoming Haven, from the ground up.
Here’s what she shared, and how it’s showing up in my journey:
- It’s Lonely at the Start.
Barbara’s husband left her early on. In my case, I’m pushing this store solo. Some days, it feels like I’m the only one who believes in it. - People Will Doubt You… Then Ask How You Did It.
I haven’t hit the “how’d you do it?” phase yet. Right now, I’m surrounded by skeptics. One neighbor told me he spends a fortune on QVC—but won’t buy a single T-shirt from me. He’s watching to see if I fail. That stings. - It Takes Longer Than You Think.
I dove into e-commerce with minimal research and big hopes. I thought I’d be earning a modest income by month three. Now I’m in month five, still chasing that goal. But I’ve connected with others who’ve succeeded, and they say the real timeline is six months to a year. Lesson learned: patience is part of the process. - It Feels Impossible Before It Works.
Five months in, sales are sluggish. Traffic’s decent, but conversions are slow. Still, I’m not giving up. I’m tweaking, learning, and staying the course. - And When It Does Work, You’ll Wonder Why You Ever Doubted Yourself.
I haven’t reached that moment yet—but I’m holding space for it. I can’t wait to look back and smile at how far I’ve come.
Final Thoughts:
Success isn’t always flashy. Sometimes it’s quiet persistence, showing up day after day even when no one’s cheering. Barbara’s truths reminded me that doubt, delay, and discomfort are part of the journey—not signs to quit. So if you’re building something—whether it’s a business, a dream, or a new chapter—know this: you’re not alone. Keep going. The “why did I ever doubt myself?” moment might be closer than you think.