How You Feel About Business Development Matters (Minis with Megan)

What if the biggest thing holding you back from business development isn’t your strategy, it’s how you think and feel about it?In this episode of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People, Minis with Megan, we explore why so many lawyers immediately answer "I'm bad at business development" when asked how they feel about it. By shifting the conversation from performance to emotion, Megan shares a more useful way to identify what’s really getting in the way, and how small, consistent actions can help you build confidence over time.Who this episode is for:Lawyers who feel overwhelmed, intimidated, or stuck when it comes to business developmentProfessionals who believe they're "bad" at networking or relationship buildingAnyone looking for a more sustainable and realistic approach to growthPeople who want to improve their business development skills authentically Episode takeaways:"I'm bad at business development" is often a judgment about yourselfUnderstanding how you feel about business development helps identify the real challenges you’re facing with BDMindset isn't about blind positivity, it's about awareness and practiceThere is no one-size-fits-all business development strategySmall, consistent actions create momentum and confidence over timeSome BD tips you can try: Start with the right question: Ask yourself how you feel about business development, not whether you're good at itIdentify the real obstacle: Overwhelmed, nervous, time-constrained, uncertain? Name it firstTreat business development like a skill: Practice matters more than perfectionTake small steps consistently: A few minutes a day is better than waiting for the perfect plan and doing nothingExperiment without judgment: Find approaches that fit your personality and season of lifeFocus on progress, not performance: Confidence grows through actionStay Connected:At stage, we believe business development should feel human, sustainable, and aligned with who you are. We help lawyers build relationship-first strategies that work for their strengths, not a one-size-fits-all, cookie cutter approach.Learn more about stageConnect with Megan Senese Connect with Jennifer RamseyLove So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human.