In Dialogue: Tackling Limiting Beliefs to Fulfill Your Potential—A Conversation with CEO and Founder Leigh Burgess, Part 2

I recently had an insightful discussion with Leigh Burgess, CEO and Founder of Bold Industries Group (BIG), who will be releasing her debut book, Be BOLD Today: Unleash Your Potential, Master Your Mindset, and Achieve Success , this November. In Be BOLD Today, Burgess lays out her BOLD Framework based on the lessons and strategies she has learned throughout her storied career. If you haven’t yet, you can read part one of my interview with Burgess here for an introduction to her BOLD Framework, the inspiration behind Be BOLD Today, and a deeper dive into what boldness means to her—and why it’s so vital for fulfilling your highest potential.

In our continued conversation below, Burgess explains the most important takeaways from Be BOLD Today, digs into the different strategies entrepreneurs can leverage to harness the power of self-belief, and explains how boldness isn’t exclusive to big, make-or-break opportunities, but is a choice we make in even our quietest, most mundane moments each and every day—and how it’s these choices that ultimately shape our destiny.?

Liz Elting: As you’ve said, to become a leader, you have to believe in yourself and reframe limiting beliefs that might hold you back from your dreams. What are some tips or suggestions you have for entrepreneurs to reframe their mindsets and ensure they’re fully believing in themselves and their abilities?

Leigh Burgess: To step into leadership and entrepreneurship with confidence, it's pivotal to cultivate a mindset that’s anchored in self-belief and resilience. Reframing limiting beliefs is not just about changing how you think, it's about transforming how you see yourself and your potential in the world. With that in mind, here are strategies entrepreneurs can leverage to reframe their mindsets and solidify their belief in their own abilities:

• Identify and Challenge Limiting Beliefs: Begin by recognizing the narratives you tell yourself that may be holding you back. These could be beliefs about your worthiness, capabilities, or fear of failure. Once identified, challenge these beliefs by asking yourself, "Is this really true?" and "What evidence do I have to support this?" More often than not, you'll find these beliefs are not facts but perceptions that can be changed.
• Visualize Success: Visualization is a powerful tool. Regularly spend time envisioning your success in vivid detail. Imagine not just achieving your goals but also the steps you took to get there. This practice not only boosts confidence but also prepares your mind to navigate the path to success.
• Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk: Incorporate affirmations into your daily routine. Positive affirmations can reprogram your subconscious mind, enhancing self-belief and reducing self-doubt. Speak to yourself with kindness and encouragement, focusing on your strengths and achievements.
• Embrace Failure as a Teacher: Shift your perspective on failure. Instead of viewing it as a setback, see it as an invaluable learning opportunity. Every successful entrepreneur has faced failures; what sets them apart is their willingness to learn from these experiences and persist.
• Set Small, Achievable Goals: Breaking down your larger vision into smaller, manageable goals can make the journey seem less daunting. Celebrating these smaller victories builds momentum and reinforces your belief in your ability to achieve bigger objectives.
• Surround Yourself with Support: The company you keep can significantly impact your mindset. Surround yourself with mentors, peers, and a supportive bold community that believes in you and your vision. Their encouragement and feedback can be invaluable in strengthening your self-belief.
• Continuous Learning and Growth: Adopt a mindset of lifelong learning. The more skilled and knowledgeable you become, the more confident you’ll feel in your abilities. Attend workshops, read, and seek out new experiences that challenge you and foster growth.
• Mindfulness and Self-Care: Leadership and entrepreneurship are marathons, not sprints. Incorporating mindfulness practices and ensuring adequate self-care can prevent burnout, keeping you mentally and emotionally equipped to face challenges.

Elting: Be BOLD Today has so many powerful messages and articulates a wide range of insights core to building a life and career you can love wholeheartedly. With that in mind, what are some of the biggest takeaways you want readers to leave with?

Burgess: Be BOLD Today isn't just a collection of pages, it’s a heartfelt invitation to journey towards a life overflowing with purpose, passion, and joy. Drawing from my own adventures and experiences, I have created a roadmap to The BOLD Framework that provides insights that I hope will act as guideposts for the reader’s own bold path as they define it for themselves. Being bold is personal and unique to each individual.

I want the reader to feel the energy of boldness as they turn each page. I hope the stories and lessons ignite a fire within the reader to step courageously into the unknown, embrace the newness of a path, and be curious about their life while reflecting upon their passion and purpose. I want the reader to embrace the notion that being bold is not reserved for the extraordinary loud or big moments, but that it is a choice available to you every single day, in the small decisions that shape your authentic journey and ultimately our destiny.

From my heart to the reader’s, I share these reflections with the hope that they will see their potential as boundless, recognize the strength in owning their story, and understand the beauty of continuously learning and growing. Be BOLD Today is more than a mantra, it is a tool for designing a life that you not only love, but that also leaves a lasting impact.

The conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity.