Episode 53: SUMMER REWIND - The story that’s holding you back

In this final Summer Rewind episode of The Business of Stories, Susan revisits one of the most important conversations of the series - exploring the stories we tell ourselves and the impact they have on the way we show up in our business.Through honest personal stories and practical mindset shifts, you'll discover how changing your inner narrative can help you become more visible, more confident, and more focused on the people you're here to help.You'll discover:How the stories you're telling yourself could be holding your business back.The simple mindset shift that makes showing up feel lighter and more purposeful.How to stop making it about you. The life-changing advice Susan got that changed everything.How to recognise the "what if..." stories that are keeping you playing small.A powerful way to stop comparing yourself and start believing what's possible for you.Why being more you is the greatest advantage you have in business.This uplifting episode is a powerful reminder that when you rewrite the story in your head, everything else becomes easier. Showing up feels more natural, sharing your stories feels more meaningful, and the people you're here to help are far more likely to find you.If you have a question you would love Susan to answer on the show, please email it (in writing) to [email protected]: Download Susan’s storytelling blueprint for free here Download her most popular masterclass: Be The Guide hereDownload a free copy of The Business of Stories hereOFFERS: Check out The Story Source here Storytelling Mastery here About your host Susan Payton:When Susan told her ‘ordinary’ story to 1,500 business owners back in 2015, You the response from people who resonated with it and felt connected to her as a result of hearing it, blew her away!In fact, that moment completely changed her business - and her life.Susan has since worked with entrepreneurs all over the world, written the international bestselling book, The Business of Stories, hosted the podcast of the same name, and become a leading authority on how to use storytelling to stand out in your industry.Thousands have used her simple framework to share their message with impact, attract ideal clients and grow their business.Susan has also spoken on stages from Brighton to Barcelona, guested on panels and podcasts and run numerous masterclasses, guest expert sessions and workshops, both online and in person.In a world where it’s getting harder and harder to be heard above the noise, Susan is passionate about showing business owners how to clearly articulate their value and speak to the right people, at the right time, with a simple message and a great story.See my bio here And my speaker page hereConnect with Susan:Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanpaytonuk/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SusanPaytonUK/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebusinessofstories/Produced by Winter Audio.Mentioned in this episode:Free storytelling masterclass I’m running a free 60-minute storytelling masterclass on Friday 18th September at 12 noon UK time. We'll start in a thrift shop in New York. We'll talk about James Bond. You'll see that you have SO many stories you could be sharing in your business, how to break them down into short, easy to share stories ... and we'll work on one of them on the call. To join me, simply: 1. Register at thebusinessofstories.com/freemasterclass 2. Look out for the zoom link you’ll get sent, and 3. Put Friday 18th September at 12 noon in your diary I’ll see you there.