# The Cost of Being Too Helpful

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Podcast: [The Expert's Journey: Helping Speakers & Authors Succeed!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-expert-s-journey-helping-speakers-authors-succeed-7106042)
Published: 2026-01-31T00:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Talk To Us Directly In this episode, Brad and Dixie tackle a thought-provoking question: Are you giving away so much value that people never need to hire you? Join them as they discuss the balance between being helpful and maintaining your authority. L earn about the hidden costs of over-sharing, strategies for what to give away and what to hold back, and practical tips for turning free value into paying clients. Whether you're a speaker, author, or consultant, this conversation will help you...

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