Episode 161: What We Would Tell Our 2015 Selves

Embracing Change: Lessons from the Past and Advice for the Future

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By Corry Frazier & Melissa Pepin | The Business Reboot Podcast

Let’s say the quiet part out loud:
The business that fit you five years ago might feel suffocating now. And that doesn’t mean you failed—it means you grew.

In this week’s episode of The Business Reboot Podcast, we’re taking a heartfelt look at what we’d tell our 2015 selves. From confidence and pivots to permission to evolve, we’re getting real about the lessons we’ve learned so far—and how they can help you, too.

Whether you’re feeling restless in your current role or aching to launch something new, this episode is your reminder that change isn’t something to resist—it’s something to honor.

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The Power of Permission to Pivot

One of the hardest (and most freeing) lessons we’ve learned?

You don’t need to justify your desire to do something different.

“I feel like I am not what I do… And it was the catalyst where I was like, I’ve sat in this too long.”
— Melissa Pepin

You’re allowed to evolve. You’re allowed to want something new—even if you used to love what you’re doing. Staying in a role, offer, or business model that no longer fits just delays your growth. Pivoting is not quitting—it’s maturing. And honestly? It’s the smartest move a seasoned business owner can make.

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Confidence Comes After the First Step

Confidence isn’t something you wait for. It’s something you build.

“Confidence is not a prerequisite… It often comes after you’ve gotten started and you’re seeing the fruits of your labor.”
— Corry Frazier

We get it—you want to feel certain before you make a leap. But we’ve learned that confidence often follows action, not the other way around. Taking imperfect steps creates momentum. And momentum? That’s where confidence grows.

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Stop Waiting to Be Picked

Raise your hand. Kick open your own door. Write your own permission slip.

“We’re not waiting for people to pick us. We’re going to literally give ourselves permission… We don’t care about follower count. We don’t need validation.”
— Melissa Pepin

We launched The Business Reboot because we stopped waiting to be invited to the table. You’re not an amateur just because no one gave you a gold star. You’re already qualified. Lead anyway.

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Letting Go is Part of Growing Up

As your life changes, your business should, too.

Sometimes it means leaving behind roles, services, or industries that once lit you up—but now weigh you down. And that’s not failure. That’s self-respect.

“I still love photography… but when it started to become about the money and me feeling important… it was time to hang up that camera.”
— Melissa Pepin

You don’t have to burn it all down. But you do need to listen when your body, brain, or spirit says, “This isn’t it anymore.”

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Just a Blip on Burnout

Here’s the thing: we’ve both hit the wall before. And the grind-for-the-sake-of-it life? We’re not about that anymore.

You don’t need to earn your worth through exhaustion.
Let’s build something sustainable, rooted in your real priorities—not your calendar’s chaos.

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Coaching That Helps You Grow Without Losing Yourself

“We know how powerful it can be to have a coach who brings clarity, accountability, and a game plan that is tailored to your business and your life. One-on-one coaching with us isn’t about quick fixes. It’s about sustainable growth rooted in your values.”
— Corry Frazier

That’s what we offer through coaching and our Done-For-You support. You don’t have to carry it all alone—and you shouldn’t.

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Ready to Reboot?

If you’ve been quietly craving change—or loudly questioning everything—this is your sign to lean in. You don’t need to do it alone. You just need to start.

Your Next Right Step

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Corry & Melissa, The Business Reboot Team
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