Episode 580:What's the Alternative? How to Stop Worrying and Move Your Business Forward

Dec 27, 2025

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In this special episode, Fiona revisits a deeply personal episode from 2020 about her late father, recorded less than a year after his passing. Six years on from his death, she reflects on how his wisdom continues to guide her business decisions—especially during challenging times.

You'll learn:

The one powerful question her dad always asked that changed how she approaches worry and uncertainty in business
Why commitment through the ups and downs is essential for any long-term business success
How to assess whether your worries are actually worth your energy—and what to do instead
The difference between dwelling on problems you can't control versus taking action on what you can
Why maintaining optimism isn't about ignoring challenges, but about choosing how you respond to them
A practical exercise to identify your current worries and determine which ones deserve your attention
How to shift from a spiral of worry to a mindset of possibility and forward momentum

This episode was originally recorded during the 2020 lockdown and has been updated with new reflections for 2024. It's a reminder that we've weathered hard times before—and we can do it again.

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