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BUT FIRST, SHE FAILED - Career Growth, Women Entrepreneurs, Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, Growth Mindset, Confidence

BUT FIRST, SHE FAILED - Career Growth, Women Entrepreneurs, Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, Growth Mindset, Confidence

By: Paola Soares | Growth Mindset Coach Career Growth Mentor Christian Woman
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 Do you ever struggle with imposter syndrome when it comes to your career or business? Wish you had unshakable confidence no matter who’s in the meeting? Ever wonder how those wildly successful women got to where they are today? What if I told you that every one of them had moments of “failure” would failure seem less scary to you? What if "failure" is part of the journey towards success and purpose? Welcome to the BUT FIRST, SHE FAILED podcast. In this podcast you will learn practical tips on how to develop the boss woman within you to excel with confidence in your career and business. Hear candid conversations with trailblazing women that are dominating in their fields as industry leaders, entrepreneurs, influencers and more. Learn as they share wisdom, strategies and get vulnerable about how moments of “failure” propelled them to where they are today. Hi! I’m Paola Soares:) I’m a former Journalist and National News Producer that has had stories appear on Univision, Telemundo ABC News among others. While working in news my favorite stories were always profile pieces that helped and inspired. I started this podcast because I’m passionate about helping women gain confidence in their careers, businesses and overcome the fear failing that many times can be holding them back from living the life of their dreams. Because I’ve been there. I remember: + being in meetings with CEO’s, Anchors, and other high level bosses and being too nervous and second guessing myself so much that I wouldn’t speak up and share an idea that I really felt was a great one. + Thinking that I was nothing like those boss women that I looked up, that they had never struggled and I was the only one that had setbacks. + Being let go from what I thought was dream job and feeling like like I was a "failure" and struggling to move past it till I had a life-changing realization. Now I’m taking my love of story telling and combining it with something that is on my heart, helping women overcome fear of failing and gain confidence when it comes to their careers, businesses and callings. Stop second guessing yourself and become the boss woman that deep down inside you know you are supposed to become. Shake off that discouragement, it’s not too late, you are not behind! If you are ready for your boss-woman breakthrough this podcast is for you! Get ready to get inspired! Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Development Personal Success
Episodes
  • 136. Showing Up When You Don’t Want To: How To Battle Through Discouragement

    136. Showing Up When You Don’t Want To: How To Battle Through Discouragement
    Jul 9 2025

    Struggling to stay motivated? Feeling discouraged and wondering if it’s even worth it to keep going? This episode is for you.

    This week on But First, She Failed, host Paola Soares talks about what it means to show up even when you don’t feel like it—especially in those moments when confidence is low, self-doubt is loud, and the results just aren’t showing up yet.

    Whether you’re building a business, growing in your career, or stepping out in faith, discouragement is part of the journey—but it doesn’t have to define you.

    In this episode, we dive into:

    • Why motivation isn’t always the answer—and what works instead

    • How to push through discouragement and find your purpose in the process

    • The mindset shifts that help you keep showing up when it’s hard

    • How to fight self-doubt and imposter syndrome with consistency and courage

    • A faith-filled reminder that you’re not behind—you’re just building

    This one is honest, encouraging, and the exact push you need if you’ve been feeling stuck, tired, or on the verge of giving up.

    💻 Let’s Connect:

    📲 Instagram: @butfirstshefailed
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    34 mins
  • 135.How to Develop a Growth Mindset: 11 Steps to Shift Your Thinking & Unlock Your Potential

    135.How to Develop a Growth Mindset: 11 Steps to Shift Your Thinking & Unlock Your Potential
    Jun 25 2025

    In this episode of the But First, She Failed podcast, Paola Soares breaks down how to actually develop a growth mindset—one of the most powerful tools for personal and professional success.

    You’ll learn how to start thinking differently, move past self-doubt, and build habits that support long-term growth. Whether you’re facing setbacks, navigating a career transition, or simply ready to level up, this episode gives you the mindset tools to rise.

    Paola explores:

    • The key differences between a growth and fixed mindset

    • Why a growth mindset is essential for success

    • How to challenge your current thought patterns

    • Practical ways to build resilience and confidence

    • A step-by-step framework to start shifting your mindset today

    This conversation will help you stop playing small and start believing that you are capable of growth, change, and greater impact. These 11 steps will guide you through rewiring your mindset—one intentional decision at a time.

    ✨ Subscribe for weekly episodes that empower women to grow in confidence, clarity, and purpose.

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    Let’s Connect:

    Instagram: @butfirstshefailed

    Paolasoares.com

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    Email: paola@butfirstshefailed.com

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    29 mins
  • 134. Growth Mindset Vs. Fixed Mindset: Which One Do You Have When It Comes To Your Career, Business and Personal Life?

    134. Growth Mindset Vs. Fixed Mindset: Which One Do You Have When It Comes To Your Career, Business and Personal Life?
    Jun 11 2025

    Do you ever feel like you're not good enough at work, or worry you're falling behind in your career or business? In this empowering episode of But First, She Failed, host Paola Soares juxtaposes a growth mindset vs. a fixed mindset in various scenarios— especially in the workplace.

    If you’re a woman chasing big dreams but battling low confidence, imposter syndrome, or fear of failure, this episode is for you. We go beyond mindset theory and get real about how these mindsets show up in everyday work scenarios — from getting passed up for a promotion to launching your first offer as an entrepreneur.

    💼 Examples we explore include:

    • What happens when you don’t get the job or promotion you hoped for

    • How mindset affects pitching big ideas, leading teams, or switching careers

    • The difference in how women with a growth vs. fixed mindset react to feedback

    • Why comparison at work or in business can either empower you — or shut you down

    • How to move through imposter syndrome moments with grace and self-compassion

    In this episode you’ll learn whether you are operating from a growth mindset or a fixed mindset when it comes to your career, business and personal life. This and more.

    Let’s Connect:

    Instagram: @butfirstshefailed

    Paolasoares.com

    Book A Podcast Clarity Session Here

    Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz

    Follow on Youtube
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    33 mins

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