The Fear of failure in Business That Kept Me Silent

Michelle Crutcher Coaching • February 3, 2025
A Woman Wears Sunglasses And Holds A Tablet โ€” Michelle Crutcher Business Coaching & Consulting in The Entrance North, NSW

How I Overcame The Fear That Kept Me Silent on LinkedIn for Almost Two Years

Fear of failure in business held me back from posting on LinkedIn for almost two years. Even though I had left my corporate job. Even though I was running my coaching business full-time. Even though I was coaching incredible women to transition out of leadership roles and into their own successful businesses.


I stayed quiet.


And it wasn’t because I lacked belief in what I was doing. It wasn’t because I wasn’t getting results for my clients. It was because deep down, I was afraid.


  • What if my business failed?
  • What if I had to go back to a corporate job?
  • What would my former colleagues think if I went all in… and then had to admit it didn’t work?


For years, I had built a solid reputation in corporate procurement. LinkedIn was where I was known for my expertise, leadership, and career success. But stepping into entrepreneurship? That felt different. It felt risky and I felt completely exposed.

The Real Reason I Stayed Quiet

At first, I convinced myself that I was just “too busy” to post. But the truth? I was avoiding the possibility of failing publicly. If I didn’t talk about my business, no one would know if it didn’t work out. It was a self-protection mechanism.


Then, after a conversation with a mentor, I had a realisation:


โœ… The fear of failure in business was keeping me small.

โœ… Hiding wasn’t protecting me—it was limiting my growth.

โœ… I couldn’t build a thriving coaching business while holding onto a backup plan.


I didn’t leave my corporate career to live in fear. I left to create something bigger, something aligned with my passion, and something that truly impacts others.

Owning My Journey & Breaking the Silence

I decided to stop letting fear win. I started sharing my journey, my expertise, and my insights—without worrying about what others might think. And guess what? The moment I showed up fully, things shifted. Opportunities grew. My business thrived.


Now, I help ambitious women in leadership transition into thriving coaching businesses—landing their first paying clients with confidence. And I OWN IT!

Is The Fear Of Failure In Business Holding You Back?

If you’ve ever held yourself back because of fear, self-doubt, or the thought of What if this doesn’t work?—I see you. I understand you. And I want to help you move past it.


๐Ÿ‘‰ If you’re ready to build a coaching, consulting or online education business that gives you freedom, impact, and success, apply to my Transition Out – Coaching Program.


Want to learn more about 1:1 Coaching and how I can help move you through the fear of starting a business? Book a FREE No Obligation, Information call and let’s see how bet we can work together


Let’s turn fear into fuel. Your dreams are valid. And the only way to fail is to let fear stop you from even trying.


Tell me—have you ever let fear hold you back from showing up? Let’s talk in the comments. ๐Ÿ‘‡


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