In the resale world, the narrative tends to be about when you can take the leap into full-time entrepreneurship.

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But what happens when life requires a shift in the other direction, or full-time is just not on the table?

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In this vulnerable and highly relatable Shop Sounding Board session, we sat down with Sarah Israel of Dwelling on the Past as she navigated the transition back to full-time employment with her vintage shop as a side hustle.

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For Sarah, this wasn't just a logistical challenge of finding hours in the day. It was a mindset battle against the pressure to constantly scale.

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We discussed the reality of the part-time pivot, exploring how to keep a shop running and thriving without burning the candle at both ends.

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We identified which tasks are truly critical to letting go of the “growth at all costs” mentality, and tackled how to give yourself permission to slow down.

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If you are struggling with FOMO (fear of missing out) or feeling guilty that you aren't doing “enough” with your vintage shop, this conversation offers help to find joy in the steady, sustainable middle ground.

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Watch the replay:

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