Shifting Inward

Joe Rizk
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The Shifting Inward Podcast is for entrepreneurs who feel stuck. Not because they lack strategy, but because something internal is holding them back. Hosted by entrepreneur Joe Rizk, this show explores the mindset patterns, limiting beliefs, and psychological blocks that quietly sabotage progress. Each episode breaks down why these blocks exist, how they show up in your business decisions, and what you can do to shift them. This podcast will help you understand what's happening beneath the surface, and how to move forward with clarity and confidence.

  1. 4H AGO

    Episode 15: Intuition-preneurship | Shifting Inward Podcast - Learning to Trust Your Gut

    Intuition-preneurship is about learning to trust your gut in business alongside data and expert advice. In this episode of Shifting Inward, I break down what business intuition actually is, why entrepreneurs struggle to trust it, and how to develop it as a skill. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:  What intuition is and why it's not mystical or unreliable  How it shows up in your business decisions (ignoring red flags, second-guessing yourself, over-relying on data)  Why entrepreneurs don't trust their gut (conditioning, imposter syndrome, past experiences)  The mindset shift from "can I trust this feeling?" to "what is this feeling telling me?"  Practical steps to develop and strengthen your business intuition If you've ever ignored a gut feeling and regretted it, second-guessed every decision, or waited for external validation before moving forward - this episode is for you. Drop a comment and share your experience. Do you trust your intuition in business? Have you ignored a gut feeling you wish you'd listened to? Join our free Skool community to connect with other entrepreneurs who are breaking through mindset blocks and supporting and celebrating each other's growth: https://www.skool.com/shifting-inward-with-joe-8503/about?ref=c752f2c9634c4215ae3c94f811721c00 ABOUT THIS PODCAST: The Shifting Inward Podcast explores the mindset blocks that keep entrepreneurs stuck. Your thoughts shape your actions, and your actions drive your success. When you shift internally, everything externally starts to move. DISCLAIMER: This podcast explores mindset and personal growth in the context of entrepreneurship. It is not a substitute for professional mental health support. If you're experiencing thoughts of self-harm, severe depression, or a mental health crisis, please reach out to a licensed professional or call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShiftingInwardwithJoe

    14 min

  2. FEB 27

    Episode 14: Worthiness Blocks | Shifting Inward Podcast - When You Don't Believe You Deserve Success

    Worthiness blocks are the deep belief that success, wealth, and ease aren't meant for people like you. In this episode of Shifting Inward, I break down how these blocks are often inherited, why they're so hard to identify, and how to give yourself permission to build something different. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What worthiness blocks are and why they operate beneath the surface How they show up in your business (chronic undercharging, invisible ceiling, inability to enjoy success) Why worthiness is often inherited from family patterns and early environment The mindset shift from "do I deserve this?" to "what would I build if I believed I was worthy?" Practical steps to act worthy even when you don't feel it If you've ever hit an invisible ceiling you can't explain, felt guilty for wanting more, or struggled to enjoy what you've built - this episode is for you. Drop a comment and share your story. Do you struggle with worthiness blocks? What does that feel like for you? Join our free Skool community to connect with other entrepreneurs who are breaking through mindset blocks and supporting and celebrating each other's growth: https://www.skool.com/shifting-inward-with-joe-8503/about?ref=c752f2c9634c4215ae3c94f811721c00 ABOUT THIS PODCAST: The Shifting Inward Podcast explores the mindset blocks that keep entrepreneurs stuck. Your thoughts shape your actions, and your actions drive your success. When you shift internally, everything externally starts to move. DISCLAIMER: This podcast explores mindset and personal growth in the context of entrepreneurship. It is not a substitute for professional mental health support. If you're experiencing thoughts of self-harm, severe depression, or a mental health crisis, please reach out to a licensed professional or call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShiftingInwardwithJoe

    17 min

  3. FEB 24

    Episode 13: Fear of Failure | Shifting Inward Podcast - When Failure Becomes a Decision

    Fear of failure is one of the biggest blocks for entrepreneurs - but failure isn't an objective truth. It's a decision you make when you stop. In this episode of Shifting Inward, I break down why we're so afraid of failure, what it actually means, and how calling something a "failure" is often just self-protection. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:  What fear of failure actually is and why it's rooted in past pain  How it shows up in your business decisions (procrastination, building a case to quit, avoiding risk)  Why calling something a "failure" externalizes the problem and protects your ego  The mindset shift from "this failed" to "I'm still figuring it out"  Practical steps to separate outcomes from identity and keep going If you've ever quit something because it felt like a failure, avoided launching because you were afraid it wouldn't work, or justified giving up before giving it a real chance - this episode is for you. Drop a comment and share your experience. Have you struggled with fear of failure? Have you quit something you wish you'd stuck with longer? Join our free Skool community to connect with other entrepreneurs who are breaking through mindset blocks and supporting and celebrating each other's growth: https://www.skool.com/shifting-inward-with-joe-8503/about?ref=c752f2c9634c4215ae3c94f811721c00 ABOUT THIS PODCAST: The Shifting Inward Podcast explores the mindset blocks that keep entrepreneurs stuck. Your thoughts shape your actions, and your actions drive your success. When you shift internally, everything externally starts to move. DISCLAIMER: This podcast explores mindset and personal growth in the context of entrepreneurship. It is not a substitute for professional mental health support. If you're experiencing thoughts of self-harm, severe depression, or a mental health crisis, please reach out to a licensed professional or call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShiftingInwardwithJoe

    15 min

  4. FEB 19

    Episode 12: Follow-Through Resistance | Shifting Inward Podcast - Shiny Object Syndrome

    Follow-through resistance - also known as shiny object syndrome - is when you constantly start new projects but abandon them before they have a real chance to succeed. In this episode of Shifting Inward, I break down why you keep restarting instead of sustaining and how to build the discipline to follow through. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:  What follow-through resistance actually is and why it's not laziness  How it shows up in your business decisions (unfinished projects, constant pivoting, quitting after slow launches)  Why you chase the feeling of newness instead of building something real  The mindset shift from starting to sustaining  Practical steps to commit, follow through, and build real momentum If you've ever abandoned projects that might have worked if you'd stuck with them longer, constantly rebranded or pivoted, or quit on something within weeks of launching - this episode is for you. Drop a comment and share your experience. Do you struggle with follow-through resistance? What's helped you stay committed? Join our free Skool community to connect with other entrepreneurs who are breaking through mindset blocks and supporting and celebrating each other's growth: https://www.skool.com/shifting-inward-with-joe-8503/about?ref=c752f2c9634c4215ae3c94f811721c00 ABOUT THIS PODCAST: The Shifting Inward Podcast explores the mindset blocks that keep entrepreneurs stuck. Your thoughts shape your actions, and your actions drive your success. When you shift internally, everything externally starts to move. DISCLAIMER: This podcast explores mindset and personal growth in the context of entrepreneurship. It is not a substitute for professional mental health support. If you're experiencing thoughts of self-harm, severe depression, or a mental health crisis, please reach out to a licensed professional or call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShiftingInwardwithJoe

    15 min

  5. FEB 16

    Episode 11: Burnout Cycles | Shifting Inward Podcast - Why You Work to Exhaustion & Crash

    Burnout cycles happen when you push yourself relentlessly until you crash - and then repeat the pattern. In this episode of Shifting Inward, I break down why burnout isn't a badge of honor, how rest creates breakthroughs, and how to build a sustainable pace. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What burnout cycles are and why they keep repeating How they show up in your business decisions (guilt around rest, tying worth to output, losing faith) Why burnout is rooted in identity, comparison, and delayed permission The mindset shift from "rest when I earn it" to "rest is a requirement" Practical steps to break the cycle and build sustainable momentum If you've ever told yourself you'll rest when things are further along, worked through exhaustion because your spouse is working hard too, or felt guilty taking breaks when progress feels slow - this episode is for you. Drop a comment and share your experience. Are you in a burnout cycle right now? What's one thing you can do today to give yourself rest? Join our free Skool community to connect with other entrepreneurs who are breaking through mindset blocks and supporting and celebrating each other's growth: https://www.skool.com/shifting-inward-with-joe-8503/about?ref=c752f2c9634c4215ae3c94f811721c00 ABOUT THIS PODCAST: The Shifting Inward Podcast explores the mindset blocks that keep entrepreneurs stuck. Your thoughts shape your actions, and your actions drive your success. When you shift internally, everything externally starts to move. DISCLAIMER: This podcast explores mindset and personal growth in the context of entrepreneurship. It is not a substitute for professional mental health support. If you're experiencing thoughts of self-harm, severe depression, or a mental health crisis, please reach out to a licensed professional or call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShiftingInwardwithJoe

    15 min

  6. FEB 16

    Episode 10: Behind the Shift | Shifting Inward Podcast - My Story

    In this episode, I'm sharing my story - how I got here, what led me to create Shifting Inward, and why this work matters so much to me. This is a more personal, less scripted episode where I open up about my journey from burnout and feeling stuck to discovering that mindset was the real breakthrough. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: My 20+ year journey as an entrepreneur The years I spent trying every strategy but still feeling stuck The 2023 realization that changed everything for me How I learned to give myself grace instead of criticism Why I created Shifting Inward and what it means to me Why mindset work is ongoing - for me and for youIf you've ever felt like you're working hard but not moving forward, or wondered who's behind this podcast, this episode is for you. Drop a comment and let me know - what part of my story resonated with you? I'd love to hear your journey too. Join our free Skool community to connect with other entrepreneurs who are breaking through mindset blocks and supporting and celebrating each other's growth: https://www.skool.com/shifting-inward-with-joe-8503/about?ref=c752f2c9634c4215ae3c94f811721c00 Watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShiftingInwardwithJoe

    12 min

  7. FEB 14

    Episode 9: Emotional Avoidance | Shifting Inward Podcast - When You Dodge Difficult Feelings

    Emotional avoidance is when you actively dodge difficult feelings instead of processing them - and it keeps you stuck. In this episode of Shifting Inward, I break down how avoiding emotions costs you momentum, clarity, and even joy. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What emotional avoidance actually is and why it's a survival mechanism How it shows up in your business decisions (visibility, finances, hard conversations) Why suppressing difficult emotions also dulls positive ones The mindset shift from avoiding feelings to processing them with curiosity Practical steps to stop running from emotions and move forward anyway If you've ever stayed busy to avoid feeling, quit on something before giving it a real chance, or avoided looking at your finances because of the anxiety - this episode is for you. Drop a comment and share your experience. Do you struggle with emotional avoidance in your business? What's helped you process difficult emotions instead of running from them? Join our free Skool community to connect with other entrepreneurs who are breaking through mindset blocks and supporting and celebrating each other's growth: https://www.skool.com/shifting-inward-with-joe-8503/about?ref=c752f2c9634c4215ae3c94f811721c00 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShiftingInwardwithJoe

    10 min

  8. FEB 13

    Episode 8: Overthinking & Analysis Paralysis | Shifting Inward Podcast - Why You Can't Decide

    DESCRIPTION: Overthinking and analysis paralysis keep you stuck in endless research and planning instead of taking action. In this episode of Shifting Inward, I break down why your brain won't stop analyzing and how to make decisions and move forward. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: - What overthinking and analysis paralysis actually are - How they show up in your business decisions (marketing, launching, hiring) - Why your brain mistakes activity for progress The mindset shift from waiting for certainty to acting with good enough information - Practical steps to break the overthinking cycle and start deciding If you've ever gotten stuck researching the perfect strategy, replayed conversations in mental loops, or delayed launching until you had every contingency planned - this episode is for you. Drop a comment and share your experience. Do you struggle with overthinking or analysis paralysis? What's helped you move past it? Join our free Skool community to connect with other entrepreneurs who are breaking through mindset blocks and supporting and celebrating each other's growth: https://www.skool.com/shifting-inward-with-joe-8503/about?ref=c752f2c9634c4215ae3c94f811721c00 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShiftingInwardwithJoe

    10 min
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The Shifting Inward Podcast is for entrepreneurs who feel stuck. Not because they lack strategy, but because something internal is holding them back. Hosted by entrepreneur Joe Rizk, this show explores the mindset patterns, limiting beliefs, and psychological blocks that quietly sabotage progress. Each episode breaks down why these blocks exist, how they show up in your business decisions, and what you can do to shift them. This podcast will help you understand what's happening beneath the surface, and how to move forward with clarity and confidence.

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  • Creator
    Joe Rizk
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
    15
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