EP 233 Chasing Happiness Over Metrics: Nicole's Lessons on Bravery and Authentic Success

Today's episode features Nicole Trick-Steinbach, an international bravery coach who emphasizes that bravery is a skill that can be developed intentionally. She shares her journey from chasing on-paper success to creating a fulfilling life focused on connection, rest, and joy. Nicole coaches women to embrace bravery, let go of perfectionism, and pursue fulfillment. Tune in to learn how one shift in mindset can make a huge difference in life.International Bravery Coach Nicole Trick Steinbach teaches that bravery isn’t something people are born with or without; it’s a skill that must be intentionally built and refined so we can become what we yearn to be. Nicole chased the vision of “on-paper success” for 20 years before realizing that focusing on metrics over happiness had left her exhausted, burnt out, and lonely. Since then she has worked to create a wonderfully fulfilling life full of connection and appreciation, rest and joy, safety and wealth. Nicole now coaches other women to build their brave, let go of their perfectionism, put themselves first, and grow - as professionals and as people.Timestamps[00:02:21] Overcoming limitations.[00:04:28] Building bravery skills.[00:10:51-00:11:01] Bravery as a skill.[00:17:03] Thoughts, feelings, emotions distinction.[00:18:07] Overcoming challenges through effort.[00:25:13] Overcoming early decisions.[00:28:25] Redefining success.[00:31:27-00:31:48] Women's Entrepreneurial Pay Gap.[00:34:56] Authenticity in coaching industry.Resources From This EpisodeReimagined Interview With Kami Guildner: Episode 225Connect with Nicole: https://tricksteinbach.com/Nicoles Podcast: https://tricksteinbach.com/bravepodcast/Download the Woman Entrepreneurs Strength & Serenity Guide: www.emergentwomencoaching.com/links