Get Out of Your Own Way

Are you thinking about becoming an entrepreneur or veering off on a new career path? Starting a venture in midlife can seem daunting, but business coach/consultant Allison Berardi says this is the perfect time to pivot. As you approach the second half of life, your inner voice grows stronger. It may demand change or a sharper alignment with your values, skills and desires, encouraging you to finally pursue your dreams. Allison says there's always a way to "build a bridge from where you are now to where you want to go," and it often begins with overcoming self-sabotaging beliefs and other obstacles that can derail success. Besides offering some practical tips on how to get started, Allison tells you:

• How to clarify your mission and goals
• Why your unique gifts and talents are more transferrable than you might think
• How you can overcome the fear of irrelevance in midlife, especially with the world changing so fast
• Resistance: Why you'll always feel it to some degree—even when you're on the right track—and the best way to overcome it
• How to rise above the self-doubt, get the courage to start something new, and stay committed
• How to leverage your midlife network for guidance and encouragement
• Why you may not be dreaming big enough
• Tips for building a vibrant brand in today's cluttered market
• Why it's important to both ask for help and celebrate your successes

You'll be planning that launch party before you know it! Full show notes available at Morebeautifulproject.com.