10 reasons female entrepreneurs hold back and play small
I see so many brave, audacious incredible women – women who have felt the calling and have been courageous enough to launch their own business…
I see them holding back and playing small.
Yes, of setting big goals, and taking action to meet them.
But then not quite getting there, and falling short, and then beating themselves up and concluding that it must be them that’s the problem.
And feeling frustrated, and like a fraud.
If this is you I have a really special message in this week’s podcast episode. I’m going to share the top 10 reasons WHY female entrepreneurs hold back.
Share the game-changing mindset shift – will change everything. Really empowering.
Then going to share what you can do about it – if sick of playing small, and want to end 2024 on a total high
Enjoy the episode, and let me know what you think!
“I swallowed a load of water and had a panic attack” - Imposter Syndrome in action
Last week I had to practise what I preach when it comes to Imposter Syndrome when I had a panic attack in the middle of Lake Windermere.
I'd signed up for my Open Water Lifeguard qualification and felt like a total fraud.
I was right in the middle of the lake, trying to keep up with the other swimmers, when I swallowed a load of water, which triggered a panic attack.
This is the raw, authentic story of what happened to me... AND the EXACT steps I took to break free of my Imposter Syndrome.
Did I pass my qualification?
Listen to find out…
How to get your sh*t together
Everybody I’m speaking to seems to be overwhelmed right now.
Overwhelmed, burnt out, too many tabs open.
Part of it is the time of year, school admin seems to be off the charts at the moment, and the looming school holidays throwing everything into disarray.
And even if you don’t have kids, there is a LOT going on – the election, the Euros, July being a nightmare to schedule anything, clients cancelling, the algorithm on here going bonkers.
So many people I’m speaking to are feeling frazzled, and a lot of fear about how business is going – it’s genuinely tough out there for a lot of people.
You’d be forgiven for just pulling the duvet over your head and waiting until September when normal service resumes.
In today’s conversation I’m going to teach you some vital stuff.
Not only how to rise to the challenge and get everything done that you need to, but how to develop a bulletproof mindset so that whatever is going on externally, doesn’t even touch you.
Sound good? Let’s go!
How do you know if you’re successful?
Do you feel successful as an entrepreneur?
Are you achieving what you set out to achieve?
How can you measure your success?
And if you feel successful now, are you done, or are you ready to go for your next level?
We’re talking about some big questions in today’s conversation.
So many of us set off on the adventure of entrepreneurship, so busy doing the do that we forget to look up and check we’re still heading in the right direction.
Today is all about reconnecting (or quite simply connecting) with what success means to you.
I promise you’re going to feel excited and empowered as a result of this conversation.
7 ways self-sabotage is ruining your business
This week I got a call from an old client, an HR business owner.
“I think I’m self-sabotaging and I can’t stop it”
She was so frustrated, and kicking herself because she was no rookie.
She’d nailed her vision, her values and she had a cracking service offering.
And yet – she couldn’t quite break through a plateau.
Every time it looked like it was certain this time, she was going to bust through to a new level, something would happen, and she’d be right back where she’d started.
And she was tenacious – she knew how to pick herself back up and get on the horse.
But it was getting harder and harder, and she was losing the faith.
She was 100% right – it was self-sabotage at play.
This is the story of what we did to get her to recognise how she was self-sabotaging, why she was doing it – and what to do about it.
What to do when you're on your knees
Say what you like, entrepreneurship is not for the faint hearted.
While fortune may well favour the brave, having the audacity to run your own business can bring you to your knees.
Often, women come to me when they’re in a pickle, when they’ve thrown everything at it, and have had dark nights of the soul and are questioning their very existence, never mind if they’ve got what it takes to run a business.
This is exactly what I would do – and have done – to totally turn my ship around and go from screwed to smashing it.
7 signs of procrastination in female entrepreneurs
Procrastination is a huge problem. It’s killing your results, it’s wasting your time, and it’s making you feel like you’re not worthy of running a business.
You know how busy you are, you know how valuable your time is, so why the heck do you do it?
In this podcast I’m sharing the 7 most common signs that you’re procrastinating, and I’m going to help you understand WHY you do it.
And, I’m going to give you 3 really quick, actionable steps that you can go away and put into place TODAY, so you can focus on the stuff that really matters.
Conversation with Paula Brockwell, founder of The Employee Experience Project
In this conversation I'm talking to Paula Brockwell, who is bringing a fresh, authentic look to culture change.
Paula is one of the most straight-talking, funniest, passionate entrepreneurs you’ll meet, and she really knows her stuff – making dry topics like culture change engaging and inclusive as lead psychologist.
In this candid chat we cover:
What is a ‘proper’ entrepreneur anyway
Her IVF journey and how that’s made her a better business owner
What she’d like to grab CEOs by the scruff of the neck and tell them about culture problems in their business
Her top tips for business owners to improve their employees’ experience
I’ve been lucky enough to have Paula in my world for a while, and I can’t wait for you to get to know her.
What would your 18 year old self think of you?
Would she be proud of all you’ve achieved?
Would she find you inspiring?
Would she be relieved it all worked out in the end?
What advice would you give her?
Inspired by a real life conversation with a client just this morning, this podcast is all about how your adolescent self is STILL running the show when it comes to your business – whether you know it or not. And of course, I’m also going to share what you can DO about it.
Overwhelmed and struggling – this is for you! AKA My Tuscan Existential Crisis
This is for you if life and business is feeling a bit overwhelming at the moment.
If you’re struggling to get going on projects, no matter how much you say you want to .
If you’re triggered by everyone seemingly doing it so much better than you on LinkedIn and Insta.
If Imposter Syndrome is running the show and you feel like you don’t belong.
If you’re even questioning your purpose and having a small existential crisis.
This is for you – we’re going there with the big questions today.
Top mistakes female entrepreneurs make when it comes to money
Are you not where you thought you’d be when it comes to money?
Are you not earning enough and it’s sometimes really scary?
Are you struggling with rollercoaster months, and a lack of consistency?
If recognise yourself in any of these, this is for you. Because there are some really common mistakes women make when it comes to being an entrepreneur and money, and it’s time we talk about them.
The bothy adventure - do something every day that scares you
Are you healed, or are you just hiding from your triggers? This is a question that coming up a lot in my coaching conversations at the moment. So often we can be going along, thinking we're doing really well, but really we're avoiding the scary stuff.
How to set 2024 goals that stick!
Are you ready to set some goals for year ahead? Goals that are audacious, that make your gut fizz and your fingers tingle? Maybe you’ve already set some New Years Resolutions, and have already fallen off the waggon? Maybe you’ve got some goals already, but they don’t quite feel right?
Maybe you’re feeling stuck, and overwhelmed with what to focus on first? Well fear not, because in today’s conversation, I’m going to be teaching you my very best Aligned Goal Setting model.
Reflections on November – how am I still sane?
This has probably been one of the busiest months of my life, and I’d love to share some reflections with you.
You CAN change your circumstances! Listen to this ➡️
You CAN change your circumstances!
Feeling frustrated? Wondering when it gets to feel better, to feel easy, to feel fun?
Wondering when all this graft, and faith and patience and grit will come good, and you'll reap the rewards.
I want to you to hear today, you CAN change your circumstances, you can have your dream life and you absolutely should not give up and settle for 'good enough'.
Starting to look forward to 2024? Stop and listen to this…
Don’t know about you, but I’m currently being bombarded with messages about planning for 2024, setting your vision for next year, getting January off to a flying start....
Today I want to talk about the fact it’s not over until the fat lady sings.
There are 65 days left this year, and here are my top 5 tips on how to make the most of them.
Podcast 101 - How to Launch a Podcast on a Shoestring
"If I can do it, anyone can" Listen to Adesse Director and Audacity host Claire Ackers give you step by step instructions on how to launch your very own podcast: Plan & Pitch Record & Edit (including details of the mostly free tech she uses) Publish & Promote Download your FREE cheatsheet here to make sure you don't miss a step. Join the Audacity community for values-led leaders and entrepreneurs here.
7 ways to beat virtual imposter syndrome
This is a really common challenge at the moment, that's coming up in a lot of my coaching sessions. How do you make real connections, and have the impact you want, when you're stuck behind a computer screen?
10 Ways to Lead Authentically in Testing Times
I've researched the very best ways leaders are adapting and evolving but staying authentic, and compiled them in this handy guide to inspire you. Join the Audacity Community of amazing leaders and entrepreneurs
Vulnerability - 7 reasons leaders must be vulnerable
It's more important than ever in these testing times for leaders and entrepreneurs to be vulnerable. But sometimes being vulnerable requires the greatest courage. Here's a 5 minute listen to explain why.