FREEDOM FARMER BLOG

I was talking with a farm owner recently.

Smart operator. Running a solid business. Working hard every day. 
But he was exhausted!

He said, “We’re making money, but I feel like I can’t step away. If I take a week off, everything stops.”

That’s not a business. That’s a job you own. 

And it’s the trap we s...

In farming, there are two types of operators.

The “gonnas”

“We’re gonna hire someone.”

“We’re gonna get on top of our finances.”

“We’re gonna take a break… someday.”

They talk. Plan. Delay. 

But not much changes.

Then there are the “doers”.

They Decide. Commit. Act. 

Even when it’s messy. Even when it’s hard...

Did you know that by January 15, 95% of people have already abandoned their New Year’s resolutions

But imagine being part of the 5% who actually stick with and achieve their goals.

The renowned entrepreneur and author Jim Rohn once said, “Finish your year before you start it.” 

And that is exactl...

It might feel like there is a lot going against you right now, rising input costs, reduced commodity prices, higher interest rates and now a challenging season for many parts of Australia. 

Is it all worth it? 

How do I get ahead? 

When will interest rates come down? 

When will I fin...

Here at Farm Owners Academy, our Platinum Mastermind members often take part in ‘accountability’ challenges throughout the year. 
  

An accountability challenge encourages individuals or groups to stay focused, motivated, and committed to their goals. This involves setting specific targets, tracking...

We are doing something different this week, by sharing a great case study with you. If you have yet to listen to this podcast, we have shared it below. Well done to Hayley and Martin for this amazing success in farming. 
 
Case Study: Hayley & Martin Grosser, Mixed Sheep & Dryland Cropping Farmers, VI...

In the movie "Shrek," the creators made a strategic decision to abstain from animating the background of the film. Many within the industry believed this was a risky move that could impact their box office performance, but contrary to expectations, it turned out to be a success. 

When the direct...

Consider the magnifying glass — it's got a lesson for us. 

Hold it steady, and over time, you can ignite a fire. 

Now, if you're waving it all around - good luck setting anything ablaze. 

Focus on one thing, be present, and stay concentrated — that's how you spark the flames. 

But if...

Realising that time is beyond our control and that it is not about time management - It's about managing your priorities. 

Here are invaluable tips to elevate your productivity: 

Identify Your 20%: Pinpoint the 20% of activities driving 80% of your success. Without this clarity, the 80% of t...

After two years of coaching, I had 13 clients.  
 
I thought I was doing really well and wasn’t thinking about growing – I was in a comfort zone. 
 
I knew time management was one of the most important skills I could learn, so I paid for a time management course. 
 
One of the first things we did was docu...

Some people are in control, and some people aren’t.  

Either you run your business and life, or your business and life will run you. 

If it’s not scheduled in your calendar, it just won’t get done – learn to schedule time for important personal goals and things that will drive your business ...