Fear Sucks: It's Time to Beat It into Submission

Over the past decade, if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: fear is a tough competitor.

It knows exactly how to hit you where it hurts, especially when you're stepping out of your comfort zone or making big career moves.

Fear loves to shout the loudest: You’re not good enough. Coaching won’t work for you. You can’t get a better job. But here’s the kicker—it’s all just hot air.

Fear likes to take one bad memory, a mistake, or something someone once said, and twist it into something that feels real. But fear is not fact—it’s just information, and it usually lies.

So, how do you beat it?

The trick is to start each day working out your fearlessness muscle. Just like going to the gym, the more you practice, the stronger you become. Here’s a simple exercise you can try:

Step 1: Ask yourself: What’s my FEAR rating today? Take a moment to reflect, mark it down, and track it over time. It’s actually fun and helps you build awareness of when fear tries to creep in.

Step 2: Ask yourself: What’s one thing I can do today to call fear what it is? It doesn’t have to be something huge. Maybe it’s speaking up in a meeting, sending that email you’ve been putting off, or just reminding yourself: I am enough.

Start small but start today. You’ve got this, and your fearless career awaits.

- Ben

P.S. Whenever you’re ready... here are 4 ways I can help you become the fearless leader of your own career.

1. Grab a copy of my book

Becoming Fearless is the roadmap to overcoming self-doubt and creating mastery in your career and life. Click here to get your copy.

2. Watch my free masterclass

Are you feeling stuck in your career or unsure of your next step? My free masterclass is designed to help you break through those barriers and unlock your full potential. Click here to check it out.

3. Explore my podcasts and media appearances

I'm passionate about helping leaders and individuals create meaningful careers and lead fearlessly. Through my podcasts and various media appearances, I share insights on leadership, personal growth, and career mastery. Listen here for our podcasts, and here for guest appearances.

4. Work with me as your private coach

If you’d like to work with me directly to create a fearless career and become the most important leader in your life... just send me a direct message with the word “Private." Tell me a little about yourself and what you’d like to work on together, and I’ll get you all the details.