Overcoming Fear: Taking Control of Your Business and Life

In this episode, we tackle the insidious problem of fear in entrepreneurship. I'm sharing from my personal experiences as well as offering practical advice on how to stop fear from controlling your business decisions. We will explore how fear shows up in its various forms, such as anxiety and comparison, and how it can paralyze business growth. We also talk about a few practical tips for recognizing and overcoming fear, drawing strength from past experiences, seeking advice, and taking small, manageable steps to regain control. Clarity comes from action, not just thinking. Your business deserves your bravery!

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Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Read the Transcript Here: https://SelahStudios.co/61
• Diane Cunningham Ellis: https://DianeCunningham.com
• Business Clarity Audit: https://SelahStudios.co/audit

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Let’s Connect:

Instagram: https://Instagram.com/martagoertzen

Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco

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Are you ready to find clarity about the direction of your business? I’d love to help:

*** SELAH SOCIETY MASTERMIND: The Selah Mastermind group is a carefully curated group of heart-centered entrepreneurial women who do business and life together. It’s a private, safe and supportive community where you can ask for help and to give your help in return. Think of it as having your own personal advisory board of fellow business owners who know you, your business, your struggles, and your dreams — https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind

*** BUSINESS CLARITY COACHING: Have you lost your confidence in who you are as a business owner? Have you lost sight of your business dreams and goals? Let’s get you back on track with personalized coaching support and tools Business — https://SelahStudios.co/breakthrough

This year, through surveys, polls, and private conversations with women entrepreneurs, a recurring theme has emerged: business feels overwhelmingly hard right now.

The stress of business struggles is causing significant angst, stress, and even health problems. I've struggled too, and the economy and the noisy marketplace play roles. The year 2024 has been especially odd with unpredictable changes in business cycles.

Despite this unusual year, I've learned a few things about why things feel hard and how to make changes that make a difference. That's what we are talking about today. 3 reasons your business feels hard and what to do about it.

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Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Episode 53: Tired? Learn to Rest Not Quit
• Read the Transcript: https://SelahStudios.co/60

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Let’s Connect:

Instagram: https://Instagram.com/martagoertzen

Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco

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Are you ready to find clarity about the direction of your business? I’d love to help:

*** SELAH SOCIETY MASTERMIND: The Selah Mastermind group is a carefully curated group of heart-centered entrepreneurial women who do business and life together. It’s a private, safe and supportive community where you can ask for help and to give your help in return. Think of it as having your own personal advisory board of fellow business owners who know you, your business, your struggles, and your dreams — https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind

*** BUSINESS CLARITY COACHING: Have you lost your confidence in who you are as a business owner? Have you lost sight of your business dreams and goals? Let’s get you back on track with personalized coaching support and tools Business — https://SelahStudios.co/breakthrough

Saying No to Good Opportunities So You Can Say YES! To Great Things

Do you ever find yourself saying yes to so much that you suddenly have no idea how things have gotten out of control? Or have you ever said no to something that you really wanted only to find out later that it opened up doors to something even better? That’s what we are talking about today, the times when the situations where we say no, even though it’s really hard, and it’s not to something you really want, that often becomes your best yes to something better.

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Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Read the Post or Transcript Here – https://SelahStudios.co/59
• The Grateful Friday Newsletter - https://SelahStudios.co/newsletter

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Let’s Connect:

Instagram: https://Instagram.com/martagoertzen

Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco

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Are you ready to find clarity about the direction of your business? I’d love to help:

*** SELAH SOCIETY MASTERMIND: The Selah Mastermind group is a carefully curated group of heart-centered entrepreneurial women who do business and life together. It’s a private, safe and supportive community where you can ask for help and to give your help in return. Think of it as having your own personal advisory board of fellow business owners who know you, your business, your struggles, and your dreams — https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind

*** BUSINESS CLARITY COACHING: Have you lost your confidence in who you are as a business owner? Have you lost sight of your business dreams and goals? Let’s get you back on track with personalized coaching support and tools Business — https://SelahStudios.co/breakthrough

3 Practical Reasons to Regularly Disconnect from Your Business

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the constant demands of running a business? Have you ever taken time away from your business only to realize just how tired you really are? You’ve probably been too busy or too engrossed in your work to realize it.

Sometimes the best thing you can do for your business—and yourself—is to step away.

Today let's look at why regularly disconnecting from your business is vital and how it can help you reconnect more meaningfully.

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Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Read the Post or Transcript Here – https://SelahStudios.co/58
• The Selah Society Mastermind - https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind
• Download Your 7-Day Gratitude Starter Kit here - https://SelahStudios.co/gratitude

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Let’s Connect:

Instagram: https://Instagram.com/martagoertzen

Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco

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Are you ready to find clarity about the direction of your business? I’d love to help:

*** SELAH SOCIETY MASTERMIND: The Selah Mastermind group is a carefully curated group of heart-centered entrepreneurial women who do business and life together. It’s a private, safe and supportive community where you can ask for help and to give your help in return. Think of it as having your own personal advisory board of fellow business owners who know you, your business, your struggles, and your dreams — https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind

*** BUSINESS CLARITY COACHING: Have you lost your confidence in who you are as a business owner? Have you lost sight of your business dreams and goals? Let’s get you back on track with personalized coaching support and tools Business — https://SelahStudios.co/breakthrough

Rediscover Your Entrepreneurial Passion: It's Never Too Late

In this episode of the Selah Entrepreneur Podcast, we explore the common feeling of stagnation in business, especially among those over 50, and the belief that it's too late for major changes. I’m sharing personal experiences and stories from members of the Selah Society Mastermind group about reigniting their passion and making significant changes even later in life.

Key topics include evaluating and updating your business model, embracing the shift from generalist to specialist roles, and understanding that it's okay to pivot and evolve as both you and your audience grow. The episode encourages listeners of all ages to not give up on their dreams and to continually seek a business they love.

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Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Read the Post or Transcript Here – https://SelahStudios.co/57
• Grab Your Business Clarity Audit here! A great first step to figure out where you are stuck in growing your business: https://SelahStudios.co/audit

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Let’s Connect:

Instagram: https://Instagram.com/martagoertzen

Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco

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Are you ready to find clarity about the direction of your business? I’d love to help:

*** SELAH SOCIETY MASTERMIND: The Selah Mastermind group is a carefully curated group of heart-centered entrepreneurial women who do business and life together. It’s a private, safe and supportive community where you can ask for help and to give your help in return. Think of it as having your own personal advisory board of fellow business owners who know you, your business, your struggles, and your dreams — https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind

*** THE SELAH ENTREPRENEUR JOURNAL: Are you ready to break free from toxic hustle and infuse intention and rest into your entrepreneurial journey? The Selah Entrepreneur Journal is a quarterly magazine style journal for Christian Women Entrepreneurs who are ready to develop their own pause and reflect routines — https://SelahStudios.co/journal

*** BUSINESS CLARITY COACHING: Have you lost your confidence in who you are as a business owner? Have you lost sight of your business dreams and goals? Let’s get you back on track with personalized coaching support and tools Business — https://SelahStudios.co/breakthrough

Are you a woman over 50 who feels isolated as an entrepreneur? In this episode, Marta Goertzen explains why being part of the right mastermind community is so important, especially for female entrepreneurs in a transitional phase of business.

Marta shares 5 key reasons why joining a curated mastermind can be a game-changer: 1) It combats the "dream killer" of isolation by surrounding you with a supportive group. 2) You can both give and receive invaluable advice, learning from teaching others. 3) New networking and collaboration opportunities arise. 4) You gain a trusted personal advisory board offering accountability and a safe space. 5) The community fosters personal and professional growth, increasing your confidence.

Drawing from her own 16+ years of entrepreneurial experience, Marta emphasizes how the right mastermind can provide the clarity, connections, and confidence you need to take your business to the next level. Hear her passion for helping women design thriving, sustainable businesses made possible through the power of community.

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Read the Post or Transcript Here – https://SelahStudios.co/56

Grab Your Business Clarity Audit here! A great first step to figure out where you are stuck in growing your business: https://SelahStudios.co/audit

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Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://Instagram.com/martagoertzen Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco

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Are you ready to find clarity for about the direction of your business? I’d love to help:

*** SELAH SOCIETY MASTERMIND: The Selah Mastermind group is a carefully curated group of heart-centered entrepreneurial women who do business and life together. It’s a private, safe and supportive community where you can ask for help and to give your help in return. Think of it as having your own personal advisory board of fellow business owners who know you, your business, your struggles, and your dreams — https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind

*** THE SELAH ENTREPRENEUR JOURNAL: Are you ready to break free from toxic hustle and infuse intention and rest into your entrepreneurial journey? The Selah Entrepreneur Journal is a quarterly magazine style journal for Christian Women Entrepreneurs who are ready to develop their own pause and reflect routines — https://SelahStudios.co/journal

*** BUSINESS CLARITY COACHING: Have you lost your confidence in who you are as a business owner? Have you lost sight of your business dreams and goals? Let’s get you back on track with personalized coaching support and tools Business — https://SelahStudios.co/breakthrough

Recently, I conducted a survey among my Grateful Friday newsletter readers, and an overwhelming number of responses revealed a common concern—stress related to managing their businesses. So today we are talking about some of the common source of stress among women entrepreneurs in their business journeys. We'll look at the impact of the stress of staying stuck in our business on our health and business performance while offering practical steps to combat it. Listen in to discover 3 simple ways to start managing stress today and find more business clarity along the way.

******* Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Read the Post or Transcript Here – https://SelahStudios.co/55
• Business Clarity Breakthrough: https://SelahStudios.co/breakthrough
• Get Unstuck Coaching Session: https://SelahStudios.co/getunstuck
• Grab Your Business Clarity Audit here! A great first step to figure out where you are stuck in growing your business: https://SelahStudios.co/audit

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Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://Instagram.com/martagoertzen Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco

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Are you ready to find clarity for about the direction of your business? I’d love to help:

*** GET UNSTUCK COACHING SESSION: Do you find yourself feeling stuck in your business unsure of where to go or what do next? Have you felt like you’ve tried everything but nothing makes sense? Oh how I get it!!! Been there, done that, didn’t want the t-shirt. I’d love to help you get unstuck, find some clarity, and the action steps you need to build a foundation from. We can do that in an unstuck coaching session — https://SelahStudios.co/getunstuck

*** THE SELAH ENTREPRENEUR JOURNAL: Are you ready to break free from toxic hustle and infuse intention and rest into your entrepreneurial journey? The Selah Entrepreneur Journal is a quarterly magazine style journal for Christian Women Entrepreneurs who are ready to develop their own pause and reflect routines — https://SelahStudios.co/journal

*** BUSINESS CLARITY COACHING: Have you lost your confidence in who you are as a business owner? Have you lost sight of your business dreams and goals? Let’s get you back on track with personalized coaching support and tools Business — https://SelahStudios.co/breakthrough

Have you wondered if you are ready to pivot and grow your business?

Today we are talking about 5 signals women entrepreneurs should not ignore in their business. These are signals that you are ready to grow as a business owner and your business is ready to evolve.

Geared towards solo entrepreneurs, especially women in online service-based businesses, this discussion sheds light on feelings of restlessness, struggles with motivation, inconsistencies in marketing, and the realization of untapped expertise.

Once you identify the signals and how they impact the stress in your life and business, well then take a look at ways to handle and manage that stress through a self-examination process to help you design an aligned business.

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• Read the Post or Transcript Here – https://SelahStudios.co/54
• Listen to Episode 47: Stop Playing Quiet and Make Yourself Heard - https://selahstudios.co/ep-47-its-time-to-stop-playing-quiet-and-make-yourself-heard/
• Business Clarity Breakthrough: https://SelahStudios.co/breakthrough
• Get Unstuck Coaching Session: https://SelahStudios.co/getunstuck
• Grab Your Business Clarity Audit here! A great first step to figure out where you are stuck in growing your business: https://SelahStudios.co/audit

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Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://Instagram.com/martagoertzen Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco

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Are you ready to find clarity for about the direction of your business? I’d love to help:

*** GET UNSTUCK COACHING SESSION: Do you find yourself feeling stuck in your business unsure of where to go or what do next? Have you felt like you’ve tried everything but nothing makes sense? Oh how I get it!!! Been there, done that, didn’t want the t-shirt. I’d love to help you get unstuck, find some clarity, and the action steps you need to build a foundation from. We can do that in an unstuck coaching session — https://SelahStudios.co/getunstuck

*** THE SELAH ENTREPRENEUR JOURNAL: Are you ready to break free from toxic hustle and infuse intention and rest into your entrepreneurial journey? The Selah Entrepreneur Journal is a quarterly magazine style journal for Christian Women Entrepreneurs who are ready to develop their own pause and reflect routines — https://SelahStudios.co/journal

*** BUSINESS CLARITY COACHING: Have you lost your confidence in who you are as a business owner? Have you lost sight of your business dreams and goals? Let’s get you back on track with personalized coaching support and tools Business — https://SelahStudios.co/breakthrough