Episode 505: Do you need to forgive yourself?

 A massive thank you to our sponsor this episode and our fave AI tool, Poppy AI. Use FIONA at checkout for a discount In this quick tip episode, Fiona Killackey addresses the common feeling of being "behind" in business and the importance of self-forgiveness. She explores why small business owners often struggle with forgiving themselves for perceived failures or delays, the costs of not practicing self-forgiveness, and practical strategies for moving forward productively.You'll learn:Why so many business owners feel "behind" and struggle with self-forgivenessThe role of comparison culture and social media in creating unrealistic expectationsHow rapid technological changes contribute to feelings of inadequacyThe real costs of not forgiving yourself, including wasted energy and poor decision-makingPractical approaches to practice self-forgiveness in your businessHow to separate your identity from your business actions or mistakesStrategies for moving forward from a place of acceptance rather than shameConnect with My Daily Business:Instagram: @mydailybusiness_TikTok: @mydailybusinessEmail: [email protected]: mydailybusiness.comResources mentioned:Marketing for Your Small Business - 9-week live coaching program starting 13 May 2025Descript - AI video editing toolMy Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses A huge thanks to our sponsor #gifted a platform that helps businesses connect with real people creating real content, at a fraction of the time and cost of a traditional campaign. My Daily Business listeners can use code MDB50 at checkout for 50% off their first month, on either monthly plan. Check out #gifted.  Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026/ 27? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching.  Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA.  We also love Descript.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.