Ever wonder why you keep hitting the same business plateaus despite working harder than ever? The answer might not be in another strategy or tactic—it could be staring right back at you in the mirror.

In this raw, unfiltered episode recorded poolside at my health club during my sacred Friday creativity routine, I dive deep into what truly blocks business growth. The hard truth? Your success depends entirely on your willingness to face your demons and learn the necessary lessons at each stage of your journey. Many entrepreneurs remain stuck at the same level for years because they refuse to address the internal barriers holding them back.

What's fascinating is how our brains often reject the simplest solutions because they feel "too elementary." I share a personal revelation about how I've abandoned fundamental business practices that built my seven-figure coaching business simply because they seemed too basic compared to building complex funnels and content systems. Sometimes, the breakthrough isn't found in doing more complicated things—it's in returning to the fundamentals with consistency and intention.

The path to $100K requires entirely different lessons than the path to $1M. Your business growth mirrors your personal growth, and each level brings new challenges that require fresh perspectives. Whether you're dealing with rejection fear, imposter syndrome, or simply avoiding the "stupidly easy" tasks that would move your business forward, this episode offers the psychological framework to break through.

Ready to face your demons and learn your next lesson? Everything you need is already inside you. Join me on this journey of authentic business growth, and discover how our life coach certification program equips entrepreneurs with the psychological tools to transform both themselves and their clients.

If you would like to learn more about working with Josh, and the Performance Coaching Certification, visit JoshCoats.com!