In Part 1, we focused on the Conversation with Yourself and three critical mindset shifts.
Now, let’s explore two more insights and how to navigate your conversations with your inner circle and the industry/system
around you.
4. We Judge Ourselves by Our Intentions—Others Judge Us by Our Actions
The Problem: Entrepreneurs assume people know what they meant.
- You meant to follow up with a lead—but you didn’t.
- You meant to check in with your team—but you didn’t.
- You meant to fix a mistake—but your client only sees that it wasn’t handled.
The Eagle Perspective: Judge yourself by your actions, not your intentions. That’s how the world sees you.
How to Apply This:
- If it’s important—put it in your calendar.
- If you promised something—follow up, even if it’s late.
- If you’re falling behind—own it and communicate.
Your Move: What’s something you’ve been meaning to do, but haven’t? Take action today.
5. Fear vs. Anxiety—Understand What’s Really Holding You Back
The Problem: You think you’re afraid—but really, you’re anxious.
- Fear is about something real and immediate. A bear is chasing you. A car is about to hit you.
- Anxiety is about what you imagine might happen. What if I fail? What if people don’t like my offer? What if I lose money?
Most of us aren’t afraid. We’re anxious about the future.
The Eagle Perspective: Fear requires immediate action. Anxiety requires reframing.
How to Apply This:
- When you feel resistance, ask: Am I in real danger, or am I just uncomfortable?
- If it’s fear, handle the problem directly.
- If it’s anxiety, recognize that it’s just a story you’re telling yourself.
Your Move: What’s something you’ve been avoiding out of anxiety? What’s the first small step you can take today?
Where Do You Start
- Step 1: Identify which conversation you need to improve most—yourself, your circle, or your industry.
- Step 2: Apply one of the five insights today. Clarity, confidence, action, perspective—it all starts with small shifts.
- Step 3: Build a business that aligns with who you are—not just what you think you should do.
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