I am known for my ability to show up consistently.
But there was a time I found it extremely hard to keep up.
I stood at a crossroads.
Two voices pulled me in opposite directions:
Somedays, I felt:
“I’m doing so much, but the needle moves so slowly.”
Other times:
“I’m not doing enough. That’s why it isn’t moving as fast as I wish.”
Both felt true.
Both weighed me down.
I had a choice:
- To sit in defeat.
- Or to take imperfect action, even when progress felt invisible.
I knew what I had to do,
but something was holding me back.
Right then, a thought crossed my mind:
“Can someone who is known for showing up share their inability to show up?? Would my vulnerability make people doubt me, make them think less of me?”
I teach storytelling. I help business owners, coaches and consultants show up with confidence in their content.
So, shouldn’t I have it all figured out?
That’s a strange paradox, isn’t it?
We hesitate to share our lows, fearing they’ll make us look weak, unqualified, or less of an authority. We convince ourselves that vulnerability will hurt our credibility.
But the truth?
It’s the opposite.
When was the last time you were moved by someone’s story?
- Was it a polished, flawless version?
- Or was it the one where they admitted their messes, misses, and struggles and showed how they pushed through?
People doubt perfectly crafted narratives.
But they do connect with real ones.
So here’s the shift I made:
- I embraced the struggle.
Instead of seeing doubt as a failure, I reframed it as proof that I care about my craft and my impact. - I took action, even when it felt pointless.
Progress isn’t always visible, but showing up consistently creates momentum. - I shared my story.
Not for sympathy. Not for validation. But to lead by example. Because if someone like me can push through, so can YOU.
And that’s exactly what I want you to do today.
Take a moment and think:
What stories do you avoid telling?
It’s likely the one your audience needs to hear most.
So, here’s what you MUST do:
- Share a moment when you struggled, doubted yourself, or felt stuck.
- Then, share how you moved forward (or are still moving forward).
- Don’t overthink it. Keep it real, keep it simple, and press post.
Vulnerability isn’t weakness.
It’s empathetic leadership.
Your audience needs someone who understands their journey and leads them to their desired state.
Will you be that person?