{"podcast":{"title":"The BIGG Success Show","slug":"the-bigg-success-show-1067683","podcast_index_feed_id":1067683,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/bigg-success-show/","website_url":"https://biggsuccess.com","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/b057a698-50c7-4cb2-9401-58c8d12c131d/The-BIGG-Success-Show-Podcast-Create-The-Life-you-Want.jpg","author":"BIGG Success","episode_count":1200,"summary":"You are the entrepreneur of your life. BIGG Success is about taking charge of your future by thinking like an entrepreneur—even if you never start a business. We call it personal entrepreneurship: a mindset that empowers you to take control, make better decisions, and reach your goals faster. We help you create the life you want. One that aligns with your vision, mission, and values. A life that’s fulfilling in all three key areas: personal, professional, and financial. Short-term wins. Long-term success. Holistic and intentional. Your co-hosts, George Krueger and Mary-Lynn Foster, combine business smarts with heart. George, “The Professor,” is a serial entrepreneur and teaches Entrepreneurial Finance at the University of Illinois. Mary-Lynn, a veteran radio host turned entrepreneur, brings warmth and wisdom to every episode. Join us for straight talk, smart strategies, and uplifting stories to help you focus, move forward, and create the life you truly want. That’s BIGG Success!","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bigg-success-show-1067683"},"episode":{"title":"Fear of Not Trying: Your Unexpected Superpower","slug":"fear-of-not-trying-your-unexpected-superpower","published_at":"2026-03-10T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bigg-success-show-1067683/fear-of-not-trying-your-unexpected-superpower","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bigg-success-show-1067683","url":"https://biggsuccess.com/captivate-podcast/fear-of-not-trying-your-unexpected-superpower","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ba171578-bfb7-481c-af9c-4a01f13af1a7.mp3","summary":"In “Fear of Not Trying: Your Hidden Superpower,” George and Mary-Lynn explore a surprising truth: not all fear is bad. In fact, one particular fear—the fear of reaching the end of life and wondering “what if?” —can become powerful motivation. In episode #1197 of The BIGG Success Show, we reveal: - The real cost of not trying - 2 fears you must choose between - 4 ways to turn fear into action - The mindset shift that changes everything You’ll learn how to shrink risk without shrinking your dreams, build daily courage, and use fear as a signal for clarity rather than a stop sign. By the end of our conversation, you'll be ready to take small, actionable steps that will move you closer to the life you’ve always wanted, proving that success is not about being fearless, but about moving forward despite your fears. BIGG Takeaways: The fear of not trying is a superpower that can propel you towards your dreams. Comfort can be a sneaky barrier that prevents us from taking the risks we need. To overcome the fear of trying, you must first identify what truly matters to you. Taking action, even in small steps, is the key to overcoming fear and achieving success. Regret is a powerful teacher; don't wait until it's too late to take action. Fear can guide you to what matters most in your life and motivate you to pursue it. BIGG Chapters [00:15] Understanding Fear and Its Impact on Success [01:07] Embracing the Fear of Not Trying [02:41] Choosing Between Fears: A Practical Approach [04:24] Turning Fear into Action [06:13] Embracing Fear and Taking Action Links referenced in this episode: Episode #1196: Afraid to Win? 5 Steps to Conquer the Fear of Success Life Map Course Follow our podcast Join our newsletter","meta_description":"In “Fear of Not Trying: Your Hidden Superpower,” George and Mary-Lynn explore a surprising truth: not all fear is bad. In fact, one particular fear—the fe…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":474,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-bigg-success-show-1067683/episodes/fear-of-not-trying-your-unexpected-superpower/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bigg-success-show-1067683/fear-of-not-trying-your-unexpected-superpower.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}