The Invisible Wall: Why Most People Plateau

IN THIS WEEK’S NEWSLETTER:

• How to break through your plateau

• Adopting a ‘Mastery Loop’

• Mantra of the Week

• News this week in Resilience & Leadership (focused on women in business)

• A reminder for you 🥰 

• Call-Outs for Brands & Regal Mentors

The Invisible Wall: Why Most People Plateau (and How to Break Through)

Growth is curious. At first, it's exhilarating—every step forward feels like a triumph. But then, something shifts. The progress slows. The excitement wanes. You hit a plateau.

It's not that you've lost your potential. It's that you've outgrown your current approach. The strategies that once served you now keep you stagnant.

So, how do you break through?

Understanding the Plateau

A plateau isn't a sign of failure; it's a signal. It's your mind and body telling you that it's time to evolve.

Common signs of a plateau:

• You feel like you're putting in the effort but not seeing the results.
  

• Tasks that once challenged you now feel routine.
  

• You're not excited about your work or personal growth anymore.
  

These are indicators that your current habits and mindset are no longer aligned with your growth trajectory.

Introducing the Mastery Loop

To navigate through the plateau, consider adopting the Mastery Loop—a cyclical approach to continuous growth:

1. Awareness: Recognize where you're coasting.
   

2. Intention: Set a clear, challenging goal.
   

3. Discomfort: Embrace the discomfort that comes with growth.
   

4. Feedback: Seek feedback to understand your progress.
   

5. Adjustment: Make necessary changes to your approach.
   

Repeat this loop regularly to ensure you're always evolving.

Practical Application

Here are some ways to apply the Mastery Loop:

• Identify a Comfort Zone: Pinpoint an area where you've been coasting.
  

• Set a Stretch Goal: Choose a goal that excites and challenges you.
  

• Seek Constructive Feedback: Ask for feedback from mentors or peers.
  

• Embrace Discomfort: Take actions that push you out of your comfort zone.
  

• Reflect and Adjust: Regularly assess your progress and make adjustments as needed.

Remember, growth isn't linear. It's a series of cycles that require patience, reflection, and a willingness to evolve.

Mantra of the Week

"Growth begins where comfort ends."

Let this mantra guide you as you step out of your comfort zone and into new realms of personal and professional development.

This Week in Resilience & Leadership

Some recent stories that may interest you in the women + business space throughout the world! 

1. The £50m Women Helping Others Build Businesses

The "Superscalers" initiative, launched by Sam Smith and Rosaleen Blair, aims to recognize and support women who have built businesses with turnovers of £50 million. The project highlights the importance of scaling in business and aims to inspire and support other women to grow their businesses beyond this significant turnover. ​Read more here!

2. Women in Scotland Breaking Business Barriers

Scottish women are now starting and running businesses at nearly the same rate as men, marking a notable shift in the country's economy. This growth is attributed to improved support networks, greater visibility of female influencers, and government initiatives. However, challenges such as funding, support infrastructure, and residual sexist stereotyping persist.
Read more here. 

3. Trailblazing Women in Climate

A Reuters report lists 20 prominent women leading innovative efforts in climate change. These leaders advocate for a shift from technological solutions to social and political responses to climate change, emphasizing the need for diversity and inclusion in decision-making roles to foster impactful climate action. ​Check it out here. 

Reminder: You are Limitless. This is Growth. Keep going. 

The plateau isn't the end; it's an invitation. An invitation to reflect, adjust, and continue your journey of growth. Embrace it, learn from it, and let it propel you to new heights.

Call-Outs of the Week 💟 

1. We still have some spots left to on-board 30 ecomm businesses onto the Regal Resilience platform!
   

   If interested — if you are a founder, or know someone in your network — please feel free to forward this email, or reply to me here so we can set up an intro. This is an incredible way for aligned founders and brands to get exposure through our platform and community.
   

2. If you would like to act as a Regal Mentor on our platform and to our members, we would LOVE to have you offer a weekly, biweekly, or monthly office hour to lend & share your guidance and expertise.

With so much appreciation for each and every one of you! I extend my gratitude, love, and well-wishes to you all this week.

Con Mucho Amor,

Tanyette