In this episode of "Milestone Moments in Business and Leadership," host Sheila Slick tackles the entrepreneurial challenge of self-doubt. Drawing from her 25 years of business experience with hundreds of startups, Slick reveals that over 70% of entrepreneurs experience imposter syndrome, but the key difference between those who succeed and those who don't isn't confidence—it's taking action despite uncertainty.
The episode outlines a practical five-step framework for overcoming business fear: naming your fears to reduce their power, validating your business idea with a one-page Business Model Canvas, setting small achievable goals, building a strategic support network, and taking imperfect action rather than waiting for perfect conditions.
Slick emphasizes that entrepreneurship isn't about being fearless but acknowledging doubts and moving forward anyway with a structured plan. For new business owners struggling with anxiety, her signature reminder offers valuable perspective: "doubt is normal, action is the answer, and your business deserves to exist."
To connect with Anabelle, visit https://www.annabelsugimoto.com
Stay connected!
Subscribe to Sheila's newsletter for:
- Early access to upcoming episodes and events
- Expanded strategies and resources
- Direct connection with Sheila for questions and support
Click here to sign up now. https://fivemilestones.kit.com/newsletter
Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaslick/
Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fivemilestones
For more information, please visit:
Sheila Slick: https://sheilaslick.com
Five Milestones: https://fivemilestones.com/show/
Sponsored by: PodToBook.ai Turn Your Podcast Conversations into a Book in just a few clicks!
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Cardiac Cowboys
The heart was always off-limits to surgeons. Cutting into it spelled instant death for the patient. That is, until a ragtag group of doctors scattered across the Midwest and Texas decided to throw out the rule book. Working in makeshift laboratories and home garages, using medical devices made from scavenged machine parts and beer tubes, these men and women invented the field of open heart surgery. Odds are, someone you know is alive because of them. So why has history left them behind? Presented by Chris Pine, CARDIAC COWBOYS tells the gripping true story behind the birth of heart surgery, and the young, Greatest Generation doctors who made it happen. For years, they competed and feuded, racing to be the first, the best, and the most prolific. Some appeared on the cover of Time Magazine, operated on kings and advised presidents. Others ended up disgraced, penniless, and convicted of felonies. Together, they ignited a revolution in medicine, and changed the world.
The Joe Rogan Experience
The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.