A previous post here on From Apps to Zen talked about how in the past year I have realised that I can't do everything by myself.

I have always wanted to create a super successful small business without the 'hassle' of employing others and worrying each month about making payroll and covering the rent. In terms of learning, I thought self-directed is best - I can read a book or blog and implement the suggestions by myself. Support is for losers!

As my life and work gets more complicated, I find myself re-evaluating these preconceptions towards support. At the end of last year, I asked five female peers and friends to join me in a monthly support group. We had our second session this week and I can honestly say that I got more clarification on my business in those two short hours then in all the 'thinking time' over the holiday period.

Attending Social Entrepreneurs Anonymous at The Hub last Friday ("my name is Sinead, and I am a social entrepreneur. It has been 5 hours since my last idea to change the world") organised by the wonderfully generous Patricia van de Akker, again I was struck by the power in group support of owning your actions and being accountable to others, as well as yourself.

And on Wednesday, in the final session of my From Apps to Zen mentoring group, I again saw group learning and support in action, not just from me, but between members of the group who commit to weekly actions to improve their digital well-being.

Being an entrepreneur is tough. Rewarding but tough.

And being a solo-entrepreneur I think can be the hardest of all.

So today, I would urge you to have a think about how you can create more support in your work and life.

And if you are lucky enough to have a business partner, team or support network, take a moment today to thank them for being there for you.

PS There is a new From Apps to Zen group starting in February in London. If you want to find out more about how to improve your digital well-being, join us.

[Image with thanks to m5 via Creative Commons]