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EPISODE · May 18, 2026 · 37 MIN

Self-Promotion Without the Ick! Stop Hiding & Start Selling!

from Big Bad Marketing Podcast · host Big Bad Marketing

Self-promotion gives most people the ick. And honestly? We get it.In this episode, Brooke and Jenné get into the real reasons why talking about yourself and your business feels so uncomfortable, like the fear of rejection, the fear of being exposed as an imposter, and the deeply conditioned belief (especially for women) that taking up space is rude. They share their own experiences, the mindset shifts that actually help, and practical ways to show up and promote yourself without feeling like a used car salesman.In this episode, we cover:Why self-promotion feels grossWhat staying quiet is actually costing your businessThe difference between selling at people vs. showing up in serviceWhy confidence is a dial, not a switch (and how to work it like a muscle!)How to use curiosity, humor, and storytelling to make self-promotion feel naturalThe worthiness piece: what's really underneath all of itLinks + resources mentioned in this episode:Our episode on Imposter Syndrome: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imposter-syndrome-perfectionism-fear-the-mindset/id1793837831?i=1000711841748Our Elevator Pitch episode: https://www.bigbadmarketing.com/blog/heres-how-to-perfect-your-elevator-pitchSign up for the Big Bad Marketing newsletter: www.bigbadmarketing.com/newsletterTake our free Growth Bottleneck Quiz: https://sales.bigbadmarketing.com/bottleneck-quizBook a free 15-minute intro call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/15-minute-call-bbm

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