Self-doubt and imposter syndrome can stop even the most experienced professionals in their tracks when writing a book. In another mindset-focused episode, we tackle the age-old question, "Who the hell are you to write a book?" and explore why these limiting beliefs hold us back from sharing our expertise with the world.

During the episode, you’ll discover:

• Why we struggle with self-doubt when writing - from the daunting nature of putting all our expertise in one place to pre-existing baggage around our writing abilities
• How self-doubt manifests in our writing journey - through procrastination, keeping our writing secret, and playing down our expertise
• The power of reframing the question to "Who are you NOT to write a book?" and recognising that your audience already values your expertise
• Practical strategies for managing self-doubt, including leaning into discomfort, accepting that not everyone will like your work, and remembering the clients you've helped
• The importance of remembering your 'why' and focusing on helping just one person rather than trying to change everyone's lives

Remember - self-doubt is part of the creative process, but it shouldn't stop you from sharing your valuable knowledge. Your expertise could change someone's life. It's time to step into your power and acknowledge your incredible achievements - the world needs your voice.

I hope you enjoy listening.

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As a parent, are you looking for accessible, practical advice on supporting your child's mental health? This month's guest has just what you need.

Dr Beth Mosley, NHS Clinical Psychologist and author of 'Happy Families', joins me for an insightful conversation about supporting children's mental health in today's digital world. Drawing from over 20 years of NHS experience, Beth shares her expertise on navigating technology, building resilience, and maintaining open communication with our kids.

During our fantastic conversation, we talk about:

• How the pandemic transformed parenting and our relationship with technology - and what this means for our children's development and mental wellbeing
• Why teenagers may seem more resistant to in-person social interactions now, and practical strategies for maintaining meaningful connections with them
• The delicate balance between protecting our children and allowing them to develop resilience through managing their own challenges
• Beth's journey from NHS workshops to international publishing, including how she wrote her book in just six months while juggling full-time work and single parenthood
• The exciting opportunities that have emerged from publishing, including breaking mental health stigmas across different cultures, and her plans for a potential new book focused on supporting children through divorce

This is such an important conversation for any parent navigating today's challenges, packed with practical advice and honest insights from both personal and professional perspectives. I hope you find it as valuable as I did!

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• My book, ‘Dare to Write: How to Write a Nonfiction Book to Grow Your Business,’ is available now on Amazon or directly via my website.

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What would you do if you were writing your first business book in 2025? In this episode, I share the seven key strategies I wish I'd known when writing my first book and how you can use them to finally get your expertise onto the page.

Listen to discover:

• Why waiting to feel "ready" is holding you back from becoming an author (and what to do instead)
• The power of writing for one specific person who needs your help right now
• How treating your book as a strategic business move transforms your writing journey
• Why scheduling non-negotiable writing time is crucial for book-writing success
• The importance of getting support from day one (and why going it alone makes everything harder)
• How sharing your writing journey openly builds anticipation and support for your book
• Why writing the book only you can write is your secret weapon for success

Your years of expertise and client experience are enough - you don't need another qualification or "one more year" of experience to write your book. What matters is taking action now, with the knowledge you already have.

Whether you're just starting to think about writing a book or you've been putting it off for years, this episode will give you the permission and practical steps you need to write the damn book already!

Enjoy!

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