Episode 580:What's the Alternative? How to Stop Worrying and Move Your Business Forward
My Daily Business Podcast · Fiona Killackey
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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 2025. It's a reminder that we've weathered hard times before—and we can do it again.
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