Unlocking Your Potential with Ina Coveney

In this episode of Unlock Your Blocks, Elyssa sits down with marketing strategist and coach Ina Coveney to explore the emotional and strategic challenges of entrepreneurship. From overcoming imposter syndrome to setting boundaries and navigating people-pleasing tendencies, this conversation dives deep into the mindset shifts required for personal and professional growth.

Elyssa and Ina discuss how self-awareness plays a crucial role in success, the impact of comparison on self-worth, and how business owners can build confidence—even with a small audience. They also unpack emotional triggers, toxic relationship patterns, and the physical effects of stress, offering actionable insights on self-validation and boundary-setting.

Whether you're struggling with self-doubt, feeling stuck in people-pleasing tendencies, or looking to create a thriving business while staying true to yourself, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

Key Takeaways

✅ Self-awareness is crucial for success in business.
✅ Imposter syndrome can block progress and self-acceptance.
✅ Vulnerability in business fosters connection and growth.
✅ Mindset shifts accelerate personal and professional growth.
✅ Emotional triggers reveal deeper personal patterns.
✅ Self-validation is a practice that requires multiple strategies.
✅ Seeking support from trusted individuals is a strength, not a weakness.

Episode Chapters

00:00 – Introduction to Unlocking Potential
02:14 – The Journey of a Business Coach
04:40 – Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
09:59 – Navigating Vulnerability in Business
11:55 – The Challenge of People-Pleasing
18:54 – Setting Boundaries and Self-Awareness
29:25 – Navigating Emotional Arrows
32:46 – Recognizing Toxic Patterns
34:02 – Understanding Panic and Physical Reactions
38:21 – The Journey of Self-Validation
41:38 – Empowering Through Expert Support
48:05 – Building a Business with Confidence

📌 Follow Elyssa for More:
👉 www.elyssasmith.com/focus
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📌 Connect with Ina Coveney:

👉 https://www.realsuperhumans.com/

👉 https://www.instagram.com/inacoveney/