Five Fear-Busting Mindsets by Sally Z

Feeling Stuck? These 5 Fear-Busting Mindsets Will Get You Moving

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I'm SALLY
...a speaker coach and "professional nudger" who helps big-hearted entrepreneurs and leaders move from self-doubt to confident action. I'm here to help you be brave enough to #showupanyway, even when (especially when!) every instinct tells you to hide.





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Bust these fears… STAT!

Are you standing on the sidelines of your own life? That big presentation, crucial conversation, or bold business move keeps getting pushed to “someday” because the fear feels too real?

I get it. Trust me.

After 20+ years of helping leaders find their authentic voice, I’ve seen one thing over and over: fear is the biggest roadblock to your next-level impact.

That’s why I created the 5 Fear-Busting Mindsets guide – because there’s a whole lot of AWESOME waiting on the other side of your brave decisions!

Why This Freebie Is Different

This isn’t just another “feel-the-fear-and-do-it-anyway” pep talk. These are practical mental shifts that have helped my clients step boldly into:

  • Speaking opportunities they’d been avoiding
  • Leadership roles they felt “not ready” for
  • Authentic conversations they’d been postponing
  • Business pivots they’d been overthinking

What You’ll Discover

Inside the guide, you’ll find the exact mindset shifts I’ve used with entrepreneurs and changemakers who were stuck in perfectionism, comparison, judgment fears, and impostor syndrome (what I call the “4 Horsemen of Avoidance”).

My favorite? Mindset #3: “They already don’t like me!” I spent years trying to make everyone like me until I realized – that was never true to begin with. What a relief!

20 Seconds of Courage

Remember that scene in “We Bought a Zoo” where the dad tells his son he just needs 20 seconds of courage? It’s so true.

You don’t need 20 minutes of bravery – you just need enough courage to START.

Grab the 5 Fear-Busting Mindsets PDF now and discover how to:

  • Turn nervousness into excitement (they’re the same physical response!)
  • Stop playing small and embrace your authentic voice
  • Focus on serving others instead of worrying about yourself
  • Trust that you already have everything you need

The world needs your brave voice. Let’s find it together.

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I help audiences move from self-doubt to self-trust so they can show up with confidence when it matters most. As an award-winning keynote speaker, best-selling author, and host of a top 2% podcast in the world, I’ve spent nearly 30 years on stages, speaking to thousands about the power of authentic leadership and bold action. 

My work has helped executives, entrepreneurs, and teams ditch perfectionism, embrace their voice, and lead with courage—even in high-stakes moments. Through storytelling, humor, and actionable insights, I don’t just inspire—I equip people with the tools to stop waiting, start leading, and 

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