The Breakthrough Is Coming—Don’t Let Fear Make You Miss It

Let’s be honest—there’s been a weight in the air lately. 

From the headlines to the everyday tension that shows up in our conversations, social feeds, and even our sleep, we’re living in a moment thick with uncertainty. There’s fear. Frustration. Anger. Exhaustion. And as small business owners, we don’t get the luxury of pressing pause until things settle. 

We keep showing up. Serving. Solving. Pushing forward. 

And yet, beneath it all, many of us are wondering: Will I make it through this season? 

If that’s you—pause for a second, take a breath, and hear this: 

The breakthrough is coming. But you’ve got to be present enough to catch it. 

You Don’t Need a Miracle—You Need a Break (And It’s On the Way) 

Sometimes all it takes is one moment—one “yes,” one meeting, one connection—to change everything. But when we’re consumed by chaos, we often miss the moment we’ve been praying for. 

In Tim Storey’s words: 

“Sometimes you're so distracted, you miss the break.” 

Right now, more than ever, we need to keep our eyes open and our spirits awake. Not in denial of the world’s issues—but anchored in the truth that resilience and reinvention are part of our DNA. 

You’re Not Just Surviving—You’re Being Refined 

Small business owners are used to adversity. We’ve navigated late payments, lost contracts, slow months, and scary leaps. And while the current climate might feel heavier, you’ve built something stronger than you may even realize: 

  • The discipline to show up early and stay late 

  • The creativity to pivot when plans fall apart 

  • The heart to serve even when it’s hard 

This season isn’t just testing you—it’s shaping you for the next level. And yes, that level includes more visibility, more alignment, more impact, and yes—more income. 

Breakthroughs Don’t Come to the Distracted 

Here’s the hard truth: you can’t scroll through uncertainty and hope to stumble into clarity. 

You’ve got to get intentional. 

Who are you becoming through this challenge? 
What parts of your business are being refined? 
Where is your next opportunity showing up—and are you even looking? 

This isn’t the time to go numb or shrink back. This is the time to tune in. 

Your Business Is a Vessel—Treat It Like One 

Whether you’re building a service-based business, a creative agency, a coaching practice, or a local trade company—your business is more than a brand. It’s a vehicle for the breakthrough you're after. 

So if you’ve been showing up halfway, waiting for the world to settle before you go all in—this is your call to rise. 

  • Plow the ground 

  • Plant the seed 

  • Work what’s in front of you 

  • And stay expectant 

Because when the break comes—and it will—you’ll already be in motion. 

Final Word: Stand Firm, Move Boldly 

It’s easy to get pulled into the chaos, to let fear dictate how we show up. But as business owners, we have the rare opportunity to be builders in a time when so much feels broken. 

“If you’re going to break through, then now you can break your whole family out.” – Tim Storey 

So let’s not retreat. 
Let’s not wait to be rescued. 
Let’s build. Serve. Speak. Plant. Move. 

The breakthrough is coming. 

Let it find you ready. 

You are not alone to figure it all out. 

Your marketing is your business lifeline. When you’re ready for some extra guidance and professional support, Riza Marketing is here to help. 

Sarina Williams