Red Lotus Wellness Center: A Decade of Growth and Healing
Owning a business for over a decade is an incredible journey of challenges, victories, and profound personal and professional growth. For me, this journey has been centered around Red Lotus Wellness Center, a business I founded with a deep commitment to helping others heal and improve their well-being. My name is Yvonne K. Scarlett, and it’s been my privilege to lead and nurture this wellness center for more than 10 years.
Finding Your Passion: A Guiding Light for Success
One of the most important pieces of advice I can offer is to follow your passion. If you would continue doing what you love even if money were not a concern, then you’ve found your passion. When your work aligns with your passion, you’ll find fulfillment and contentment that no paycheck can buy. This deep sense of purpose will carry you through both the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.
At Red Lotus Wellness Center, our goal has always been to help our clients achieve better health and well-being, which is something I am deeply passionate about. The joy I feel when I see the positive impact we make on people’s lives—whether it’s helping them recover from years of suffering or witnessing couples conceive after years of trying—reinforces my belief that following your passion is the key to a successful business.
The Power of Planning and Mentorship
Building a business is like nurturing a plant: it needs careful planning, attention, and consistent effort to grow. Have a plan and be flexible enough to adapt it as your business evolves. I wish I had known the importance of having systems in place early on to streamline day-to-day operations. Establishing these systems, along with hiring a business mentor and coach, would have been invaluable in the early stages of my journey.
Hiring the right professionals, such as a bookkeeper and CPA, is essential to ensure your financials are in order from the start. KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and analytics are crucial tools to track your progress and make informed decisions. It’s important to know your numbers at every stage of your business—this knowledge empowers you to make strategic moves and measure success effectively.
As a business owner, it’s easy to get bogged down in the day-to-day tasks, but it’s also vital to strive for excellence. Constantly work on improving yourself, your profession, and your business. Surround yourself with people who genuinely want you to succeed—people who will offer constructive feedback, guide you, and celebrate your wins with you.
Advice for Women Business Owners
To all the women business owners out there: you are stronger and more capable than you realize. The road ahead will be full of challenges, but it will also offer immense rewards. Surround yourself with a supportive network, lean on mentors who have been through the journey, and never stop learning. The only way to move forward is to keep evolving, not just as a business owner but as a person.
One of the things I wish I had done differently in the early days of Red Lotus was to hire staff and build a team sooner. A strong team is the backbone of any successful business, and having the right people in place helps you grow faster and more efficiently. Additionally, securing sufficient funds to run the business for at least a year would have allowed me to focus more on building the business rather than worrying about finances.
Lastly, learn to be the CEO of your business. Step into your leadership role and take ownership of every aspect of your business, from strategy to operations. The more confidently you embrace this responsibility, the more successful you will become.
Fond Memories: A Decade of Growth and Transformation
There are so many beautiful memories from my years as a business owner, but a few stand out the most. One of the most unforgettable moments was treating my first patient just a day after receiving my license from the California State Board. I was filled with a sense of accomplishment and pride, knowing that I was finally able to make a real difference in someone’s life.
Another moment I’ll always cherish is moving from renting a single treatment room in someone else’s space to owning and operating a 5-room clinic in Carlsbad. It was a huge milestone, and it reminded me that hard work and dedication truly pay off.
Perhaps one of the most rewarding experiences has been seeing the dramatic improvements in patients’ health after years of suffering. There’s no greater joy than helping people regain their health and vitality. One of my most memorable experiences was seeing a couple conceive their first child after struggling with infertility for over five years. These moments remind me why I do what I do—it’s all about making a real impact on people’s lives.
How Hera Hub Has Helped Me Grow
As a woman business owner, having a supportive community has been crucial to my success. Hera Hub has been instrumental in helping me grow my business. They provided me with a space to connect with like-minded women entrepreneurs, offering tools, resources, and a range of educational programs that have helped me become a more successful business owner. The community at Hera Hub has empowered me to thrive by sharing experiences, offering guidance, and celebrating wins together.
Final Thoughts
Being a business owner is a challenging but incredibly rewarding experience. Through Red Lotus Wellness Center, I’ve learned that passion, planning, mentorship, and a strong community are essential elements for success. I encourage anyone starting their own business—especially women—to follow their passion, surround themselves with support, and never stop striving for excellence. Most importantly, have fun along the way. After all, if you’re doing what you love, it’s not just work—it’s a journey of growth, connection, and transformation.
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