There was a time I’d have never admitted this, but here it is: every single problem in my business? It’s all on me. Yep, 100%.

And before you think I’m just here to beat myself up, let me share why realizing this was one of the most freeing, game-changing moments in my life. It’s not about blame—it’s about taking back power, seizing control, and creating the chance to become better at everything I do.

So, let’s dig into why owning up to this simple truth has completely changed the way I work, think, and grow—not just in business but in life.

It was one of those days when everything that could go wrong, did.

Picture this: Slack pings firing off like a popcorn machine, emails stacking up with “urgent” flags, and my coffee sitting cold and forgotten on the corner of my desk. My first instinct? Blame.

Maybe it was the new hire’s learning curve, or maybe the client just didn't read the instructions properly (don’t we all secretly think that?).

But then it hit me—I’m at the center of all these issues. Every process, every system, every missed expectation. It was a bit of a gut-punch moment, but as I sat there, I realized: I could either keep blaming other factors or own it all and change it.

Once I decided it was all on me, I gained something even more valuable than a solution to the current chaos—control over how we work and grow.

Here’s the beauty in accepting that 100% of the problems are my fault: it gave me back my power.

When the buck stops with you, you’re not waiting around for something or someone else to change. You’re in the driver’s seat with the full ability to navigate and control your business’s direction. And who doesn’t love driving their own car—even if it’s a bit of a bumpy ride?

So, instead of feeling overwhelmed by blame, I started leaning into the freedom that comes from owning up to every piece of my business. I went from feeling like I was constantly putting out fires to actually improving things and, dare I say, enjoying the process.

Let’s talk about the steps I took to get there, ones you can start using today.

Imagine the last time something went sideways in your business. Instead of scrambling to assign blame, try this: ask yourself, “If this issue were 100% my fault, what would I do differently?”

I started doing this, and it was like peeling back layers of an onion—yes, there were a few tears involved, but I got to the core faster.

Blame often comes with a side of excuses. But shifting to “it’s my fault and here’s how I’ll fix it” is where the magic happens.

Start with the solution in mind and resist the urge to tell yourself a story about why things went wrong.

I started doing this by breaking down our processes step-by-step, asking if each part was clear, necessary, and followed consistently.

It turns out we needed better onboarding materials, more precise meeting agendas, and clearer expectations.

Once I implemented these, issues that used to show up regularly began to fade. I wasn’t just solving problems; I was building a smoother, more resilient business.

Systems are like duct tape for your business—unremarkable but lifesaving. If you find yourself putting out the same fires again and again, it’s time to stop and ask why. It’s likely your systems need an upgrade.

I’m not just here to tell you that this mindset transformed my business. It changed how I saw my entire life.

Why did I feel like a zombie by 3 pm? Because I treated lunch like a speed-eating contest.

Why did I struggle to stay focused? Because I let my mornings start in chaos.

The solution? Slow mornings with my wife and son, a real breakfast, and coffee that I actually finish while it’s hot.

Adopting a “my fault, my fix” mindset helped me prioritize myself. And when I show up better for me, I show up better for everyone else—from my clients to my family.

If you’re thinking, “Alright, how do I apply this to my life and my business?” here’s a simple plan to help get you started.

Now, I want to hear from you.

Have you ever faced a situation where taking responsibility turned things around?

Email me or message me on WhatsApp to let me know what part of this mindset you’re working on!

Here’s the real takeaway: owning everything might be a little tiring, but it’s the kind of tired that feels like progress.

It’s not the exhaustion of always putting out fires; it’s the good kind, like the sore feeling after a solid workout.

So next time something breaks in your business or life, don’t sigh and throw it on the “someone else’s problem” list.

Instead, pause and own it. Then fix it.

And if you’ve made it this far, you probably know whose fault that typo on the first draft was.

Yep, mine.🧑🏻‍🦲

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