At some point, many of us ask: “Should I quit my job to run my business full-time?” It’s a question loaded with fear, hope, and responsibility. But for those who take the leap, it often becomes a life-changing decision.

When Life Pushes You—And It’s a Gift in Disguise

For Sherelle Henry, founder of FHL Natural Products, the decision was made for her twice. Made redundant from two nursery jobs due to inflexible term-time hours, she took it as a sign.

“When it happened again in my next role, I took it as a clear sign it was time to start my own business,” Sherelle shares.

After 15 years in childcare and a year teaching in Egypt, she’d already been nurturing her business idea since 2018. Redundancy was simply the final nudge.

The Mental Shift Comes First

The leap to entrepreneurship isn’t just financial, it’s mental. Sherelle recalls constantly thinking about her business idea, even while still employed.

This ongoing inner dialogue often signals that you’re ready. Before action comes mindset: seeing yourself not just as an employee, but as a creator of value.

Faith and Purpose Give You Courage

For Sherelle, her foundation was spiritual:

“Growing in my faith gave me confidence and peace. I knew I was walking in alignment with my purpose.”

Whether it’s faith, savings, a support system, or belief in your idea, what matters is finding your own source of courage.

The Reality: It’s Tough, But Worth It

“Becoming self-employed wasn’t easy,” Sherelle admits. “But it gave me freedom.”

Entrepreneurship brings financial and emotional challenges but also unmatched flexibility and fulfillment. For Sherelle, that meant being more present for her daughter while growing a business rooted in her values.

Practical Tips for the Leap

• Start small: Test your business while still employed.
• Build safety nets: Financial, emotional, and professional.
• Play to your strengths: Sherelle’s childcare experience helped her develop key entrepreneurial skills.
• Expect a transition period: Budget and plan for slow growth at the start.
• Lead with service: Sherelle’s purpose-driven business creates deep customer connections.

Purpose Over Perfection

Sherelle’s biggest lesson? Don’t wait for everything to be perfect.

“Walking in my purpose much earlier is the best path I have chosen.”

If your dream keeps calling, you may be more ready than you think. The transformation happens through the journey, not before it.

Are You Ready to Bet on Yourself?

If you’re stuck in a job that no longer fits and dreaming of something more, remember: it’s not about perfect timing. It’s about clarity, courage, and commitment to your purpose.

Sherelle’s story reminds us: The leap isn’t just about changing how you work, it’s about becoming who you’re meant to be.

Meet the Founder: Sherelle Henry – FHL Natural Products

After years in childcare, Sherelle founded FHL Natural Products in 2018. Based in London, her business creates handmade, organic products designed to help purify and benefit the body. With faith and purpose as her guide, she turned redundancy into a calling building a business that reflects who she is, while staying present for her daughter.

👉 Visit FHL Natural Products to explore Sherelle’s range of handmade, natural skincare made with faith, hope, and love.