In this thirty-first episode of My Kind of Business, business coach Alex McCarthy dives into the crucial role of mindset in business success, exploring how self-belief and emotional intelligence shape everything from your confidence to your decision-making.

Alex shares five powerful mindset shifts that help business owners grow with clarity and calm — from replacing pressure with presence, to focusing on progress over perfection, building self-trust, regulating emotions before reacting, and celebrating achievements along the way.

Through honest stories from her own journey and client experiences, Alex illustrates how mastering your mindset isn’t just about positivity — it’s about creating a foundation for sustainable growth, stronger leadership, and a business that truly works for you.

This episode is perfect for entrepreneurs, freelancers and small business owners who want to strengthen their mindset, feel more grounded in business, and learn how to lead with self-awareness and confidence.

• Why your mindset is the foundation of lasting business success

• How self-belief often outweighs knowledge in building a business

• The importance of emotional intelligence in creating resilience and strong leadership

• How to replace pressure with presence and still achieve great results

• Why progress over perfection helps you overcome self-sabotage

• How to cultivate self-trust and simplify decision-making

• The power of regulating emotions before responding

• Why it’s essential to celebrate your achievements to reinforce growth

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Your mindset shapes your success. By replacing pressure with presence and focusing on progress, not perfection, you’ll find more ease, confidence, and joy in your business journey. Growth starts with how you think and this episode will help you think differently.