Today, we talk about why you struggle so much with easy, seemingly straightforward tasks as a founder. You probably assume this is a productivity problem, but it's actually a nervous system problem - you've maxed out your Risk Threshold. We talk about how to navigate that and build a startup while being a human. Also, I'm writing a book!
Mar 2025
The Real Reason You’re Making Things Harder than They Actually Are (+ What to Do Instead)
How often do you avoid doing something not because it’s hard, but because the thought of doing it feels overwhelming? Chris and I dive into how resistance keeps you stuck, delays success, and creates unnecessary stress in your life and business. Chris shares how he almost talked ... Show More
13m 50s
Jun 2024
Founder Branding May Be Holding Startups Back
Scott Turman, Founder and CEO of BrightRay Publishing, talks about the potential drawbacks of founder branding startups. Our brains are hardwired for efficiency, developed over thousands of years for quick decisions, whether it's avoiding danger or seeking the right opportunities ... Show More
13m 42s
Mar 2021
SDH 442: The #1 Thing Keeping You From Starting Your Business and How to Move Through It
Hello friends, welcome back to another episode!Today's episode is going to be short, sweet, strong, and impactful. I think it's a message that a lot of you may need to hear and a message in order to feel like you have that permission to not have it all figured out. When you make ... Show More
8m 36s
Dec 2019
Struggling To Start? Listen To This
So many of us have a business idea, a passion, a dream… But can’t access the means or the courage to take action and start our own thing. The good news is you can actually flip a switch to turn the things that are holding you back, into the very reason you’re able to start!! Thre ... Show More
19m 52s