May 28 2024 43 mins
About the Host:
Liz J. Simpson is a highly successful entrepreneur and business coach who specializes in helping women consultants land corporate clients. With a background in corporate sales and marketing, Liz has trained thousands of women entrepreneurs worldwide and is dedicated to empowering women to achieve financial success. She is the host of the Women Consulting Corporate podcast and the founder of the 12% Accelerator program, which helps women-owned businesses grow by landing corporate clients.
Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Women Consulting Corporate podcast, host Liz J. Simpson discusses the concept of "eating the frog" and the importance of taking action to overcome fear and achieve business success. She shares her personal experiences with procrastination and the negative impact it can have on mental health and business growth. Liz emphasizes the need to regulate emotions, make sound business decisions, and tap into the best version of oneself to lead a successful business. She encourages listeners to identify their fears, take action to overcome them, and document their progress to build a supportive community.
Key Takeaways:
- Less than 12% of women in business achieve six figures in annual revenue, and less than 1% of women of color entrepreneurs achieve seven figures in annual revenue.
- Eating the frog refers to starting the day by tackling the one essential activity that is being avoided but has the potential to make the most impact towards achieving goals.
- Fear is often tied to stories rather than facts, and it can rob entrepreneurs of their most brilliant ideas and opportunities for growth.
- Taking massive, imperfect action is key to overcoming fear and achieving business success.
- Surrounding oneself with people who have already taken the desired action can provide support, guidance, and proof that success is possible.
Notable Quotes:
- "The journey has to feel how you want the destination to feel." - Danielle Laporte
- "Every single time I eat the frog, I win. And for sure, my mental health is always better on the other side." - Liz J. Simpson
Resources:
- Liz J. Simpson's LinkedIn: Liz J. Simpson
- Women Consulting Corporate Live: womenconsultingcorporatelive.com
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