173. Embracing Authenticity: Kierra Jones on the Power of Being Different

In a world where conformity seemed to reign, Kierra Jones dared to be different. Little did she know that her uniqueness would become her greatest strength. As she embarked on her entrepreneurial journey, she discovered an unexpected twist that transformed her entire perspective. What was this twist that empowered her to create a thriving business and find fulfillment? Stay tuned to find out how embracing her authenticity led to a remarkable journey of success and self-discovery. Embrace Unique Qualities Embracing your unique qualities is a fundamental aspect of entrepreneurship. This refers to acknowledging and leveraging your distinct characteristics, skills, and perspectives in how you conduct your business. Doing so not only creates a brand that authentically represents you but also fosters an environment where your business can thrive and stand out from the rest. In this episode, you will be able to: Explore the role of your distinct traits in shaping your business realm. Learn to handle feelings of not being enough, transforming them into stepping stones for growth and knowledge. Acknowledge the fleeting nature of imposter energy - a strategy for maintaining your composure amidst chaos. Take control of your professional domain, understanding the importance of being seen and heard. Delve into the process of instilling self-reliance and the simplification of business proposals, climbing the ladder of entrepreneurship. Timestamped summary of this episode: 00:00:02 - Missing Recording Snafu, The conversation starts with a discussion about a recording mishap where the guest's Adderall shortage caused a distraction. Despite the setback, they express excitement about the upcoming discussion. 00:01:08 - Embracing Distractions as an Entrepreneur, The guest discusses the challenges of being a distracted entrepreneur and how she manages distractions in her workspace. They highlight the importance of adapting to unexpected interruptions and embracing the flexibility of the entrepreneurial life. 00:04:06 - Finding Connection Through Visibility, The conversation shifts to the topic of visibility and how it relates to feeling like an outsider. They emphasize the value of connecting with like-minded individuals and the validation that comes from finding your tribe in the online space. 00:07:26 - Embracing Differences and Contributing, They discuss the importance of embracing and valuing differences in the entrepreneurial world. They touch on imposter syndrome and how it can be overcome by recognizing the unique contributions each individual brings to the table. 00:10:56 - Embracing Continuous Learning, The guest shares a powerful insight about the importance of continuous learning and growth as experts in their fields. Embracing the mindset of co-creation and understanding that there is always more to learn can lead to greater success and fulfillment. 00:15:16 - Mindset and Strategy in Business, The conversation shifts to the mindset and strategy required in entrepreneurship. The guest talks about the importance of embracing the evolution of one's message and recognizing that triggers and challenges may resurface at different stages of business. 00:18:08 - Letting Go of Control, The guest shares her insights on surrendering and letting go of control in various aspects of life, such as relationships and weight loss journeys. She encourages entrepreneurs to do their part but also recognize when they need to trust the process and surrender to external factors. 00:20:32 - Accepting the Flow of Business, The hosts discuss the challenges of launching and how unexpected opportunities can arise. They emphasize the importance of accepting and appreciating the blessings that come along, even if they don't align with the initial plans. 00:23:25 - Building Trust in Business, The conversation concludes with a discussion on building trust in business by aligning offers with one's values and message. The guest shares her experience of initially having multiple offers but realizing the importance of focusing on aligned offerings for success. 00:25:19 - Making Decisions and Trusting Yourself, Kierra discusses the importance of making decisions based on what feels right and letting go of unnecessary offers. She emphasizes the need to trust in oneself and limit the number of offers to avoid distractions. Trust is a key component of personal and business growth, and it evolves over time. 00:26:16 - Balancing Business and Life, Kierra reminds entrepreneurs to not forget about their personal lives and relationships while focusing on their businesses. Trust is not limited to just the business realm, but also extends to other aspects of life, such as relationships and self-care. Expanding and evolving trust allows for a more holistic approach to success. 00:27:28 - Selling with Confidence and Joy, Kierra shares her experience of selling clothes on Poshmark and how it brought her joy. She encourages women to embrace their power in sales and monetizing their gifts without feeling shame. Selling is not just limited to business but can also be seen in various aspects of life. 00:28:50 - Valuing Your Worth, Kierra highlights the importance of recognizing and valuing one's worth in business. She challenges the belief that something that comes easy should be devalued and encourages embracing the ease and natural talent one possesses. Monetizing one's gifts and expertise is not something to be ashamed of. 00:34:22 - Redefining Success on Your Terms, Kierra discusses the societal expectations placed on women in business and challenges the notion that 00:37:20 - The Importance of Embracing "No", Kierra emphasizes that receiving a "no" in sales is normal and beautiful, as it means the person is not ready or aligned with the offering. The key is to not feel shame or take it personally, but rather honor the decision and wait until the right time comes. 00:38:07 - Creating a Safe Space for Decision-Making, Kierra shares a sales tip of setting the expectation of making a decision during the sales conversation. She emphasizes that it's safe to say no and that she is unattached to the outcome. This allows clients to feel empowered and make a decision that aligns with their truth. 00:39:13 - Being Financially and Emotionally Ready, Kierra discusses the importance of clients being both financially and emotionally ready for a program or service. She shares an example of a client who paused her program to finish making payments, highlighting the client's self-awareness and dedication to fully commit without financial stress. 00:40:18 - Honoring the Decision to Wait, Kierra explains that if a person is not ready for the support and transformation being offered, it's better to wait until they are ready. She emphasizes the importance of letting go with honor and staying connected, offering resources and support until the person is ready to work together. 00:44:26 - Embracing Fun in Business, Kierra encourages entrepreneurs to have fun in their business, as it allows them to show up more 00:48:46 - The Importance of Having Fun, Kierra discusses the importance of having fun and how it can impact our work and overall well-being. She shares that sometimes the magic we give to others can be the stuck point for us in certain areas. It's important to bring fun into all aspects of our lives, especially in areas where we feel stuck or resistant. 00:49:51 - Up-leveling Fun, Kierra emphasizes that bringing more fun into our lives doesn't mean starting from scratch or being at the bottom. It's about up-leveling the fun we already have and finding ways to enjoy ourselves in every situation. This can lead to greater flow and success in our work and personal lives. 00:50:54 - Creating a Safe Space, Kierra acknowledges the importance of creating a safe space for open conversations and reflection. She expresses her appreciation for Amber's podcast and the space it provides for meaningful discussions. Having a safe space allows for the co-creation of powerful energy and ideas between individuals. 00:51:42 - Being Supported and Taking Care of Ourselves, Kierra talks about the importance of being supported in our own magic and taking care of ourselves. Just as we extend ourselves for others, we deserve to be served and taken care of as well. Seeking support from others who can provide a different perspective is crucial in gaining a more balanced and robust understanding of ourselves and our situations. 00:53:20 - Learning and Growth, Amber expresses her gratitude for the conversation Kierra Jones is a Sales Messaging & Mindset Coach and Speaker who helps upleveling, impact driven women entrepreneurs step into the next level sales messaging & mindset they need to show up & sell their programs & services more powerfully, purposefully, and profitably so they stop giving their expertise away for pennies!  www.kierrajones.com  www.instagram.com/thekierrajones --------------------------------------------------- Are you interested in having your highest revenue month ever? Do you want to start that more leveraged income stream? Are you ready to accomplish that big goal you have been talking about forever? The next cohort of the Incubator is currently enrolling and you're invited. 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