What’s the one uncomfortable action you keep avoiding in your business? Imagine if leaning into that challenge was the missing link to the success you crave. Real growth only happens when we move beyond what’s easy—are you ready to do the hard things that move the needle?
In this episode of You Are Your Biggest Asset, host Carina Groombridge gets real about the necessity of doing hard, uncomfortable things as an entrepreneur. If you’ve been sidestepping tough actions, procrastinating on projects that scare you, or wondering why your business feels stuck, this conversation will help you embrace discomfort for massive growth and lasting results.
Key Takeaways:
✔ Discomfort is a catalyst for growth—leaning in is non-negotiable if you want true results.
✔ There’s power in choosing hard things proactively, not just when your back’s against the wall.
✔ Expect discomfort, but focus on the long-term rewards and delayed gratification that tough tasks deliver.
Timestamped Breakdown:
⏱ [00:00] Welcome: How doing hard things sets you apart as a business owner
⏱ [03:30] Core Insight #1: Recognizing the tough tasks you’re avoiding (and why)
⏱ [08:15] Core Insight #2: “Burn the boats” vs. choosing discomfort—finding your growth edge
⏱ [14:00] Core Insight #3: Real-life example—Carina’s behind-the-scenes journey with cold outreach
⏱ [19:45] Final Thoughts & Next Steps: Embracing discomfort, accountability, and committing to action
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About the Host:
Carina Groombridge is a business coach, entrepreneur, and mom who helps service-based business owners scale sustainably while embracing their role as their biggest asset. With a mix of actionable strategies and mindset work, Carina empowers her clients to create thriving businesses without burnout.
Closing Message:
"Your business will only grow as much as YOU do. Remember to invest in yourself, because you are your biggest asset!"
This podcast is hosted by Carina Groombridge, produced and edited by Phil Better, and supported by strategic growth and monetization guidance from Phil Better Inc.