Starting and growing a business can be terrifying. Those fears—like wondering if anyone will care about what you have to say or questioning your qualifications—are all too common. But here’s the truth: You don’t need to wait for confidence to strike. You just need to take action, even if you’re scared. In this episode, we’re diving into the messy, real process of building a business in the face of fear and how to push through to create something meaningful.

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Timestamp Overview:

00:00 Taking new steps is a messy process
02:30 Fear-based questions I've asked myself
03:33 "You don't have to be confident to take action"
06:11 Fear-based decision making forces you to be perfect
09:24 Self-doubt blinds you to the value of your experiences
10:57 Start small, find a supportive community

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Running an online business often comes with the pressure to be hyper-organized, meticulously planned, and a master of systems. But what if that’s just not you? What if you feel like chaos is your default and color-coded calendars make your head spin?

If you’ve ever thought, “I’m just not organized enough to succeed,” this episode is for you. Let’s break down why that belief isn’t the full story—and how you can thrive in business without being a naturally organized person.

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Timestamp Overview:

00:00 Do you think you're too disorganized to run a business?

03:51 Disorganization can be a temporary phase caused by decision fatigue

05:46 Organization is a skill you can improve in

06:48 Don't force yourself into an unnatural mode of organization

08:40 Don't fall to the pressure to be perfect

09:38 An exercise to get started on building simple systems

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As a small business owner, you’ve probably heard it a thousand times: "Hit that revenue target, and you'll have made it." But is that really the endgame? Is hitting a certain revenue number the key to success and fulfillment in your business?

In today’s world of hustle culture, it’s easy to get caught up in the chase for bigger numbers. However, just reaching a revenue goal doesn’t guarantee long-term success or personal fulfillment, so revenue alone shouldn't be the driving force behind your business goals. What truly matters more is building a business that works for you, not the other way around. This means focusing on profitability, cr

Timestamp Overview:

00:00 Revenue might not be the key to success that you think it is.
02:23 You could be more stressed even if you are making more money
04:20 Profitability is a sign of a sustainable business.
06:25 Time freedom lets you enjoy life outside of work.
07:59 Impact reassures you that you are helping your clients.
08:53 Think about what success means to you.

If this is resonating with you, I have more resources to help you dive deeper:

Ep 75 - The Broken Profit Formula That's Burning You Out - And How to Fix It: Strategies on improving profitability with less of your time and effort. https://ceoamplify.ca/podcast/the-broken-profit-formula-that-s-burning-you-out-and-how-to-fix-it

CEO Power Hour Playbook: Start thinking like the CEO of your business. https://ceoamplify.ca/powerhour

Ep 73 - How to Create Systems in Your Business in 4 Easy Steps: https://ceoamplify.ca/podcast/how-to-create-systems-in-your-business-in-4-easy-steps

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