the time has come to side step self doubt, kick imposter syndrome to the kerb, stop holding yourself back, and take action with confidence, so you can get the results you can't stop thinking about
it's time to elevate as the leader you are
Let me ask you a question…Have you had enough of:
✔️Struggling with self doubt, fear of failure or imposter syndrome even though you’ve achieved so much and have lots of experience.
✔️Playing small when you know you have so much more to give.
✔️Resisting taking the action you know would move the needle.
✔️Saying yes, when you want to say no and brushing your own boundaries to the side.
✔️ Worrying about what other people will think.
✔️ Staying busy with the small stuff and hiding in your comfort zone.
✔️Or listening far too closely to your inner critic.
If you can relate you’re in the right place, and the time has come for you to take your foot off the brake pedal and elevate…because you and I both know that the fact that you feel like you’re holding yourself back…means that you’re definitely here for more.
“I know it sounds like a cliche, but this programme has truly changed my life. Your mindset exercises and calls have helped me so much in my private and business life giving me focus and control in both. Your questions are just so clever and ‘hit the spot’. On the face they seem so simple, but are really soul searching.
I am relieved to address old baggage and let it go to move forwards, and have learnt so many life tools. I have found confidence, self appreciation, and the right to have my opinion valued and heard.
All of this AND it introduced me to a group of like minded, kind, helpful and inspirational people that I would consider friends.
Definitely Smash Your Own Ceiling is the best thing I have ever been a part of.
Fantastic value for money, and last but not least it’s been fun. I really appreciate your time, all through the programme. You are so talented working with people and their mindsets and generous with your time. I just want to thank you so much with all my heart.
Heather Patterson – Business Owner
Hi there, i’m barbara nixon…
And over the 26 years of working in the people development and leadership space I noticed something again and again.
I noticed incredibly talented, ambitious, and amazing business owners and leaders struggling with self doubt, fear of failure and imposter syndrome.
Amazing people who to the outside world were doing great, but behind closed doors were holding themselves back and feeling not good enough.
Ambitious people who were working hard to achieve their own version of success with one foot on their own brake pedal (and they secretly knew it).
And business owners and leaders who really wanted to achieve their full potential, but kept coming up against their own blocks time and time again.
This is how Smash Your Own Ceiling was born!
Now before we go any further, let me share something with you…I have been there myself and worn that T-shirt…so not only do I understand how incredibly frustrating it is to know deep down inside that you’re more than capable of your next level of success, but you just can’t seem to get there…I also know (because of the work that I do) what it’s like to witness these very same people step up, side step their blocks and achieve their leadership potential…and this is exactly what I want for you too.
I’ve seen people walk into the room with a completely different energy.
Walking taller, understanding themselves, knowing their own worth and taking action with confidence.
And…not only that…I’ve witnessed the ripple that affects everyone around them too.
This is why this programme exists…because the world needs you to step up, elevate and grow.
Are you ready?
Smash Your Own Ceiling is an 8 week group coaching programme designed to help you business owners and senior leaders stop holding themselves back, side step self doubt and elevate as the leader they really are.
WHAT YOU’ll learn
7 Days of pre-work to get you thinking and off to an amazing start
✨Week 1 – Leaning into your vision
Week one is all about getting up close and personal with what you want (even if you haven’t admitted it to yourself yet)
✨Week 2 – The New You
In week 2, you start to step into the ‘new you’. We take a close look at what you say to yourself, your daily habits and the small steps (that pack a big punch) that all add up to getting you to where you want to be.
✨Week 3 – What’s holding you back
Now that you’ve taken some steps into ‘the new you’, it’s time to look at what’s going on behind the scenes, and to identify the limiting beliefs and habits that have been holding you back. This is where we learn to turn the volume right down on your inner critic.
✨Week 4 – Your Future Self
Week four is all about getting up close and personal with your future self. You get to know your values, and how they can really help you achieve your success and grow your abundance, and you learn to tap into your own personal super power.
✨Week 5 – Implementation and Coaching Week
It’s Implementation Week!! This week gives you the chance to reflect, go a bit slower and practice everything that we’ve covered so far, or take some action. I’ll still be supporting you on this week’s live call.
✨Week 6 – Stepping Past Fear
Week six is all about stepping past fear and stretching your comfort zone so you really start to grow your self belief and confidence. It’s time to side step imposter syndrome, self doubt and allow your confidence to grow. Get ready for some shifts to take place and to take some amazing action.
✨Week 7 – Upgrading Your Thinking
You’ve met your inner critic, but have you met your inner coach? Week 7 is all about understanding how to dial up your own internal coach and how to say YES to the things that you might have previously resisted or avoided. Playing BIG and Being You is the theme for this week.
✨Week 8 – Future Proof
Week eight is all about future proofing everything that we’ve achieved, so you can go and share your magic confidently with the world.
✨BONUS (ONE MONTH LATER) Post Work – Making it Happen
You’ve heard of pre-work, but in the world of Smash Your Own Ceiling we also have Post Work! A live call one month after the programme ends to make sure everything’s going great, celebrate wins and give you all the A’s you have to any of your Q’s.
Throughout it all you’ll be taking action in your business or career so you start to see the momentum you’ve been looking for and the results you really want.d
PLUS 8 weekly LIVE group coaching calls that include
Q & A, personalised support, and extra training and a BONUS call one month after the programme has finished.
WHAT YOU GET AT A GLANCE…INCLUDING BONUSES
✔️ Group calls every week via zoom over 8 weeks, and a BONUS CALL one month after the programme ends.
✔️ Access to a private group to ask questions, share wins, and get any accountability you need.
✔️ PLUS SOME BONUSES
⓵ 7 Powerful Visualisations to rocket fuel your mindset
⓶ 50 Journaling prompts for success
⓷ Post work to embed everything you’ve done
⓸ Access to the Time Mastery Programme (worth £111, you’ll get this at the end of your programme)
⓹ The 5 Power Keys of Mindset (worth £111 – immediate access)
⓻ Access to the Confidence Tool-Kit and workbook (worth £44) – you’ll get this on week 6Pow
“I’ve been lucky enough to work with Barbara and she is one of the most incredible women I have had the privilege to know. Truly inspiring! She is a great motivator, shares pragmatic, practical advice and is full of positivity and innovation.
This programme really is life changing and encourages you to dig deep, reflect, re-focus and re-frame your mindset / outlook. I wouldn’t have got to where I am without her and am forever grateful. Long may our working relationship continue.”
– Francesca Aproskie, Business Owner
MEET BARBARA
Hi, I’m Barbara, a Success and Leadership Coach and I help Business Owners and Leaders get past the blocks that are holding them back and get the results they really want at work (and home).
I’ve been in the Leadership and People Development space for all of my career (26 years and counting) and have had the absolute pleasure of working with hundreds of amazing people from Managing Directors and CEO’s of 7 and 8 figure business with huge teams to Solopreneurs, Business Owners, and Senior Leaders, helping them to unlock their potential, side step their blocks elevate as a leader…and I’d love to help you too.
The thing is…I know for a fact that if you’re reading this you’ve had enough of self doubt, imposter syndrome and fear of failure…and you’re ready to step up and get the results you know you’re more than capable of.
I’m also the author of The Boss Hat (a self help guide for new managers), the host of The Smash Your Own Ceiling podcast and I’ve been featured in Addicted2Success, Tut.com, Thrive Global BBC Radio Leeds, BBC Radio Sheffield, and BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour.
Outside of work I’m married to Dave, we have 4 kids (although 3 are now in their 20’s) and a dog who loves the sound of her own voice, and I also host a radio show at Harrogate Hospital Radio every Friday.
“I’m not exaggerating when I say that working with Barbara is one of the best things that has ever happened to me. I love that Barbara’s approach is simultaneously gentle and challenging.
I’ve learnt to call out my excuses for what they are too! Barbara has taught me how to make my brain work for me. Not only did she help me discover limiting beliefs, but to create practical, simple strategies to level up my life.
The changes have stuck!
I love the exercises we do in the weekly call to teach and encourage me to dream big. I’m so excited about my future!
I love the group of amazing people I get to grow alongside with. It’s so empowering to be able to belong to a group like this.
I’m forever thankful, Barbara.”
Lara Mans – Business Owner
HOW DOES IT WORK?
As soon as you enrol you’ll receive your login details to the members area, where the full programme lives. You’ll also receive all of the dates and links for the weekly calls, and your link to join the private members group where you can jump in and introduce yourself.
In the members area, you’ll have immediate access to the pre-work and then week one will drop into your inbox 7 days after that.
The rest of the content will be released to you week by week to avoid overwhelm. This also ensures that we’re all at the same place at the same time and stops confusion.
Please note if you can’t make any of the live calls they’ll be recorded and will live in the members area for 6 weeks after the programme is over.
“This programme has helped me in more ways than I can ever explain. This programme and Barbara have completely changed my perspective. It’s impacted on my work, my family, and my health all for the better. You get so much support. Barbara is always on hand and cheering me on from the side lines. I understand me a lot better and I’ve found my confidence again.
Give it a try…trust in Barbara and the programme and this will change your life!”
Michelle Ramsden – HR and OD Manager
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The programme takes 8 weeks but you can go through the training as many times as you like with life time access.
How does forever sound? Just to clarify life time access means as long as I decide to keep the programme going, but I don’t plan to stop it any time soon.
On zoom every Thursday at 7pm UK time from when the programme starts, for 8 weeks.
All the calls are recorded and you’ll have access to the private members group to ask any questions.
No! I work with everyone regardless of gender.
Yes you can have a full money back guarantee up to 7 days after purchasing. After that as the members area is virtual there’ll be no refunds.
This programme is best for you if you’re a business owner, or senior leader.
Smash Your Own Ceiling is a group coaching programme and in order for me to support you in the best way, I like to get to know more about you and what success looks like for you. I also like to make sure that the programme will be a good fit for you, and that you’re going to get the most out it. So, our initial call helps us to get to know each other, and for you to ask any questions you need before you jump in.
“Barbara is so supportive, challenges me in the right way, helps me get out of my comfort zone, get amazing clarity and guides me with actions that take me forwards.
She shares her own experiences and incredible knowledge in such a fun and friendly way that I know I am in good hands.”
Hazel Ponsford – Business Owner
ALL FOR AN INVESTMENT OF £1996 (+vat)
(Payment plans are available)
“I am so grateful of Smash Your Own Ceiling. I have learned so much about levelling up my mindset, and creating new habits. But even more than that, I have been encouraged and inspired by the other members of the group (and our dynamic as a whole) as we all press forward toward achieving our big dreams. Barbara is an incredible coach, balancing just the right amount of solid support with gentle challenges to take us even deeper in our journeys for our most fulfilled lives. I whole-heartedly recommend theis programme to anyone seeking renewed focus and a desire to shoot for their limitless self.”
Jess Costaldi – Business Owner
“I loved every second of my Smash Your Own Ceiling journey. My biggest win was realising my biggest block / limiting belief, shutting up my inner critic and going for my goal. Not just going for my goal but achieving it too! The weekly calls are amazing, helping me to think about aspects I wouldn’t have otherwise. I re-use the questions from the session in my journal too.
If you can’t decide whether to join or not, do…I got so much out of it. My business grew and so did my confidence. I couldn’t be without ‘little Barbara’ on my shoulder.
Thank you so much
Neti Stefanik – Business Owner