Phil Neil is a serial entrepreneur, high-stakes strategic growth advisor, and investor with a track record of scaling businesses to 8-figure exits. With expertise in deep tech, AI, aerospace, and international markets, he helps founders and companies structure revenue-generating strategies, secure strategic partnerships, and navigate mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
In this powerful episode, Phil, a successful entrepreneur who scaled a business to $70M and exited, reveals how the "shadow of entrepreneurship", uncertainty, fear, and unworthiness, drive failure and mental health struggles among founders. Discover how to break free from self-sabotage, reconnect with your intuition, and embrace transformation over relentless growth.
From shadow work and intuition to emotional mastery and healing unworthiness, this episode is a masterclass in leading yourself, before you lead others. It’s not just about money, scale, or impact. It’s about remembering who you are while building what matters.
Learn practical strategies like the Courage Compass to make better decisions and avoid burnout. Perfect for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone seeking personal growth.
In this episode, expect to learn:
- Why high-performing founders secretly feel unworthy.
- How to navigate uncertainty and failure with emotional mastery.
- The difference between intuition and ego.
- How to rebuild identity after burnout.
- What’s missing from today’s startup culture.
- Plus much more.
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- Website: https://philneil.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippe-neil/
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