Think you’re not the “marketing type”? In this episode, Sylvia Garibaldi calls out six common mindset myths that keep smart professionals stuck. She shows why success in business development is more about how you think than what you do—and how small shifts in mindset, habits, and perspective can lead to big results. Whether you’re introverted, short on time, or just tired of feeling salesy, this episode will help you reframe growth in a way that feels authentic and doable.
Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
- 00:23 – The power of mindset in business development
- 02:40 – Growth mindset vs. fixed mindset in real-world BD
- 04:01 – Clear “next step” to take
- 07:37 – One action you can do today
- 09:56 – How to reframe serving vs selling
- 14:41 – Simple habits under 20 minutes
- 17:00 – Crafting a plan that fits you
- 21:05 – Team up for accountability
- 25:33 – Your 3-step challenge
Resources:
- Feeling stuck about how to grow your practice, book a free strategy call here.
- #82 The New Networking (Without the Ick) That Actually Grows Your Practice
- #74 How Top Professionals Market Their Practices Without Lifting A Finger
- #62 Attract Clients: The "Serve First" Secret
- #45 Outdated Marketing Myths Costing You Clients and Revenue
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