Episode 1: Why Owning a Business Forces You to Know Yourself (and Rewrite Your Story)

Ever feel like building a business is breaking you open in ways you never expected?That’s because it is, and it’s not an accident.In this episode, I’m breaking down why entrepreneurship is the most intense personal development journey you’ll ever sign up for, and what to actually do about it.We’ll cover:Why owning a business exposes every unhealed story you’re carryingHow looking outside yourself for permission keeps you stuck and disconnectedThe step-by-step process Jessica used to stop mimicking others and build a business that finally felt like hersWhy your mess is actually your message — and how to start using itIf you’ve ever felt disconnected from your offers, your voice, or yourself, this is your starting point.Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:57 Today’s topic: Entrepreneurship is personal development on crack08:05 Building up trust in yourself15:42 Identifying and externalizing the problem22:13 Rewriting your story and identity28:33 Finding community and support in the entrepreneurial journey🎙️ Your Stories Matter is a podcast for growth-minded women ready to stop living inside stories they didn’t choose — and start rewriting them.♥ Connect with me on Instagram: @jessicagraham.storycoach♥ Sign up for the FREE monthly gathering for ambitious women in business, Stories in Action.  ♥ Book a call to discuss narrative coaching. ♥ Start the process with a FREE Name The Narrative Session. About me: I help female founders and ambitious women rewrite the stories that are keeping them stuck in outdated identities.