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#215 Stop Waiting for Permission to Invest in Your Dreams

In this episode, I dive into a pattern I see again and again with the incredible women I work with – the deep hesitation around investing in themselves and their businesses, and the belief that they need permission from others before taking bold steps forward. I explore why so many of us diminish our work as “just a hobby” and feel we need approval (especially from spouses) before making important business investments. 

Drawing from Internal Family Systems and my years of experience mentoring women entrepreneurs, I share how to move from permission-seeking to enrollment and offer practical guidance for claiming your authority as the leader of your business. If you’re ready to stop seeking permission and start fully owning your vision, this episode is for you.

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In this Episode We Explore:

2:15 – The hidden struggle many women face when making big decisions for themselves
7:42 – A powerful question to ask when you feel stuck in hesitation
14:30 – Why treating your business like a hobby keeps you playing small
22:18 – The surprising impact of ancestral conditioning on financial decision-making
31:05 – The game-changing shift from permission-seeking to enrollment
38:50 – How stepping into conviction transforms your business and life

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