Consulting Matters

The C.U.R.E. for Fear & Self-Doubt (Ep157)

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Got big visions for your consulting or coaching business? 

Chances are you also have big fear and self-doubt. Great news! 

I’m going to explain why fear is both an expected, and welcome companion on your journey to growing your own thriving consulting or coaching business and give you the cure for dealing with it on today's Consulting Matters podcast.  

Because just when you think you got a handle on it, when you finally gathered the courage to leave your 9-5 and go out on your own, it shows up AGAIN when you decide to invest in a more professional brand, shift to a new client, land more strategic and transformational engagements and step into greater thought leadership.

At every pivot point, there's fear and self-doubt.

Not only do you stress out with anxiety about finding clients – especially in uncertain times like today – but also second-guess yourself and feel like a fraud.

Can you relate? If so, pay close attention to this episode where I share with you:

  • What fear is and why it’s an expected and even welcome companion on your consulting or coaching business growth journey
  • Legit reasons why fear and self-doubt are an even bigger deal for consultants and coaches
  • I’ll also be sharing with you a proven cure for fear and self-doubt. 

    • In previous episodes on the show, I addressed the CURE for imposter syndrome in episode 4 and burnout in episode 60. In this episode, I’ll share my updated thinking on the framework.

    Let’s dive in!

    Where to dive in:

    00:00 Big Vision, Big Fear
    01:10 Why Fear Keeps Coming Back
    02:37 C – Characterize Fear
    12:02 U – Understand Resistance
    16:37 R – Respond with Compassion
    25:00 E – Expand Your Vision
    26:50 C.U.R.E. Recap
    29:30 Action Steps

    Next steps:
    1. Rate yourself on a scale of 1-5 - (where 5 is “all in” and 1 is “I have a plan B and C” – how committed are you to your own business vision. If you’re anything less than a 4.5 or a 5, what fears are holding you back?
    2. Decide what actions you need to take to convince your fears that you get them and the needs they are alerting you to, and you got them and will not let those needs to go unmet as you pursue the achievement of your business vision? 
    3. If you need help expanding the vision you have for your consulting or coaching business – with greater clarity and confidence in what you do and how to package it up into offers that gets the right clients to say “yes, yes 1000x yes” to working with you, let’s chat. This truly is the BEST way to turn those fears into allies on your journey to greater consulting or coaching success and impact. 

      4. Go to www.betsyjordyn.com to learn more about my VIP Brand positioning and messaging programs. Better yet – hit the big button at the top of my website and book a free call with me. 

      Other episodes you may enjoy:

      • Shift Your Consulting & Coaching from Services to Transformations with Joseph Pine (Ep154)
      •  How to Start Your Consulting Business Right…the First Time with Sara Guttman (Ep153)
      •  Why Brand Clarity Is About Trust with Dr. J.B. Adams (Ep152)
      •  3 Types of Consulting /Coaching Expertise: Which one is yours? (Ep147)
      •  5 Truths About Branding, I Only Saw After Tearing My Process Apart (Ep146)
      •  Inside My Brand Messaging Process (and Why It Always Works) (Ep140)

        • About the host: Betsy Jordyn is a business mentor, brand messaging strategist, and former Disney consultant who helps purpose-driven consultants and coaches build profitable businesses rooted in their unique strengths. With over 20 years in the industry and a knack for turning big ideas into clear positioning, she's your go-to for strategy that aligns with your calling. Work with me: https://www.betsyjordyn.com/services 

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