Rewriting the Rules of Success for High Achieving Women

As ambitious female entrepreneurs, we’re often caught in a web of myths about success that can hold us back from achieving our true potential. These outdated narratives about what it takes to “make it” can keep us stuck, exhausted, and unfulfilled. But what if I told you that these beliefs are not only false but potentially harmful to your business growth and personal well-being?

Let’s break down these myths and replace them with empowering truths that will help you create the profitable, sustainable business you deserve.

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Myth #1: Success Requires Sacrifice

We’ve all heard the stories of CEOs working 80-hour weeks, sacrificing their relationships and health on the altar of success. But here’s the truth bomb:

Success doesn’t demand burnout. It shouldn’t cost you your well-being or your relationships.

Instead of buying into this destructive narrative, let’s reframe success as something that should be:

• Sustainable
• Aligned with your values
• Life-enhancing

Think of your life and business as a puzzle. All the pieces need to fit together to create the picture you want. If burnout and neglect are pieces in your current puzzle, it’s time to throw them out and replace them with pieces that support your overall well-being.

Myth #2: There’s a One-Size-Fits-All Blueprint for Success

How many times have you chased someone else’s definition of success, only to achieve it and feel… empty? That’s because:

Success is personal, and you owe it to yourself to figure out what it means for you.

Your definition of success may change as you evolve, and that’s okay. It’s crucial to regularly check in with yourself and ask, “Does this still align with who I am and what I want?”

Remember, you don’t need to find the perfect “off-the-rack” success model. Instead, think of success like a tailored suit. Start with a basic pattern, then adjust and refine it to fit your unique proportions and style.

Myth #3: You Need to Eliminate Fear to Succeed

If you’re waiting to feel fearless before taking action, you might be waiting forever. Here’s the game-changing truth:

Success comes from taking action despite fear, not in the absence of it.

As someone who’s started multiple businesses and made big life changes, I can tell you that fear is a constant companion on the journey to success. The key is not to eliminate fear but to build a healthy relationship with it.

When fear shows up, ask yourself:

• Why is this emotion coming up now?
• What is this fear trying to protect me from?
• How can I move forward while acknowledging this fear?

High achievers don’t wait for fear to disappear. They learn to dance with it.

Myth #4: Success Automatically Leads to Fulfillment

How many times have you achieved a goal, only to feel a fleeting sense of satisfaction before moving on to the next target? That’s because:

Fulfillment leads to success, not the other way around.

If we’re always waiting for external circumstances to guarantee our happiness, we’re setting ourselves up for disappointment. Instead, focus on cultivating internal fulfillment first. When you have that as a baseline, success becomes the cherry on top of an already delicious sundae.

This internal fulfillment also gives you resilience. When things don’t go as planned (and they often don’t in business), you have a solid foundation to fall back on.

Myth #5: Failure is the Opposite of Success

In the entrepreneurial world, we often see failure and success as an all-or-nothing game. But here’s a perspective shift that can change everything:

Failure and success exist on a spectrum, not as polar opposites.

Every experience, even those we might label as “failures,” contains valuable lessons and data points that contribute to our overall success. Instead of seeing an experience as a total failure, ask yourself:

• What did I learn from this?
• How did this experience contribute to my growth?
• What skills or insights did I gain that I can apply to future endeavors?

By reframing failure as a necessary part of the journey rather than the end of the road, you give yourself permission to take risks and learn from every experience.

Rewiring Your Success Mindset

Challenging these deeply ingrained beliefs isn’t always easy. They often reside in our subconscious, influencing our decisions and actions without us even realizing it. That’s why it’s crucial to have tools and support to help you rewire these limiting beliefs at a deeper level.

If you’re ready to upgrade your mental operating system and clear out these limiting beliefs, I’m excited to share that I’ll be launching a series of 30-day hypnosis programs designed specifically for ambitious female entrepreneurs like you. These programs will help you:

• Clear out limiting beliefs at a subconscious level
• Program your mind for sustainable success
• Provide accountability and support for 30 days to help you make lasting changes

To get early access and special discounts on these transformative programs, visit briseeley.com/hypnosis and sign up to be notified when they launch.

Remember, you have the power to rewrite the rules of success on your own terms. By challenging these myths and embracing new, empowering beliefs, you’re not just setting yourself up for greater profitability – you’re paving the way for a more fulfilling, sustainable entrepreneurial journey.

Are you ready to defy reality and create success on your own terms? Your future self – and your bank account – will thank you for it.

The resources mentioned in this episode are:

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