Have you ever felt afraid to find your voice and make some noise? Kristen Guillory, Ph.D, thrives on public speaking with a twist of dancing. She shares how to overcome fear, self-doubt, and show your authentic self.

A professor turned self-care coach, and author of Look, Stop Hiding! How to Find Your Voice and Never Dim Your Light Again, recalls becoming a professor in social work by age 27, and learned “not to put herself in boxes that weren’t meant for her.”

Guillory shares the mistakes she’s made, and gives tips on how women can stop being apologetic. Learn how to take ownership as an entrepreneur on this episode of SheVentures.

2:49: Guillory shares how she learned to show up as who she is. 16:30 : How did Guillory overcome her fear of speaking about herself? 20:33: What was the catalyst for her pivot from professor to entrepreueur? 24:32 : Learn from the mistakes Guillory made as a young professor and entrepreneur 27:42 : Want to stop apologizing for being assertive? Yes! 32:12 : What are fears unique to female entrepreneurs, and how does Guillory recommend building courage? 43:33 : Worried about entrepreneurial burnout? Guillory shares tips on how not to lose your light.