Breaking Through Mental Barriers to Scale Your Business: Insights from Vivienne Joy | EP267

"You can focus on things that are barriers or you can focus on scaling the wall or redefining the problem." - Tim Cook.

EP 267

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Welcome back to another episode of the Mindset & Action Podcast! In this episode, I was joined by the fabulous Vivienne Joy, a next-level business and mindset coach. Together, we dove into the sometimes daunting but exciting topic of scaling your business. If you've been feeling like you've hit a wall or you're comfortable where you are, but something in you is itching for more, this one's for you.

Scaling a business takes courage, plain and simple. You might be comfortable with where your business is now, thinking this is as good as it gets. But trust me, there’s always another level to aim for. Vivienne explained that people often get stuck at what she calls a "next-level limiter," where our mindset and habits hold us back. We tend to gravitate towards the familiar, even if it means doing tasks we’ve outgrown, like clinging to that old spreadsheet (guilty as charged!). Recognising this is the first step towards breaking through that glass ceiling.

One of the biggest challenges we face when scaling is fear, but not necessarily the fear of failure. Most of us have failed at something before and come out the other side stronger. No, what’s really scary is success! We worry about what success will mean for us – how people will perceive us, whether relationships will change, or if we’ll lose that sense of safety we’ve built. But Vivienne reminds us that safety and comfort aren't the same. We have to let go of safety if we want to grow, and yes, it will be uncomfortable at first, but it’s where the magic happens.

So how do we move past this fear? Visualisation is key. Picture what that next level looks like for you, and imagine all the ways it could work out. But don't stop at the perfect outcome—also think about what could go wrong. By playing out both the best and worst-case scenarios in your mind, your brain starts to feel like it’s already done it. This helps remove the fear of the unknown because it’s no longer unknown!

Another critical point we discussed is that when we stay stuck, we often sabotage ourselves by doing the ‘easy’ stuff. You know, the stuff that feels productive but isn’t moving the needle forward. Sound familiar? Whether it’s endlessly tweaking your website or reorganising your stationery drawer (yes, I’ve been there), these tasks keep us busy but not necessarily on the path to scaling. It's time to break free from those distractions and focus on what will really drive your business forward.

Finally, remember that success doesn’t have to be a lonely road. You don’t have to go through it alone. Surround yourself with people who are already at that next level or working towards it. Ask questions, seek support, and know that you can scale beyond your comfort zone with the right mindset and strategy. If you need a push, reach out to Vivienne or a coach who understands where you are and where you want to go.

Bye For Now!

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