133 | You Don’t Need Another Certification to Start Your Business

I want to say this with love—but also with volume: you’re not stuck because you’re unqualified. You’re stuck because you’re unclear.

In this episode, I’m calling out a pattern I see way too often (and have been caught in myself): collecting credentials instead of claiming clarity. If you’ve ever said, “I just need one more course, then I’ll launch…”—this conversation is for you.

I’m breaking down why the constant pursuit of certifications can become a trap, how fear of failure and visibility sneak in disguised as “research,” and what to do instead if you want to actually gain momentum in your business.

This isn’t a dig at education. It’s a reminder that your value doesn’t come from a PDF with your name on it—it comes from your voice, your work, and your willingness to show up now.

In This Episode, I Talk About:

• How to know if you're hiding behind learning instead of leading
  
  
• Why clarity (not another course) is what actually builds confidence
  
  
• The simple actions that helped me move from student to practitioner

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

01:27 The Real Issue: Fear and Clarity

02:36 The Conditioning of Validation

04:24 The Trap of Credential Chasing

07:11 Finding Clarity and Confidence

10:23 Taking Action and Building Mastery

14:21 The Power of Authenticity

20:02 Conclusion

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