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If growth feels like a grind, you might be solving the wrong problem. We sit down with business and mindset coach Maria Cherkasskaya to map the path from clarity to execution, blending practical marketing systems with inner work that actually sticks. Maria is a multi-passionate entrepreneur who builds soul-aligned strategies that attract clients without the constant hustle, and her approach is refreshingly direct: many founders don’t have a mindset issue—they have a skill and plan gap.

We start with a simple audit that turns “what I don’t want” into a clear north star, then translate that vision into daily actions that support long-term goals. Maria breaks down imposter syndrome for both seasoned experts and newcomers, showing how to use proof, practice, and community to move through fear. We dig into social visibility, sharing how to show up online without losing yourself, and why surrounding yourself with entrepreneurs, coaches, or therapists can quiet the noise and speed up learning.

Manifestation gets a reality check. Visualization is powerful when it primes your brain to spot opportunities—but it only works when you act. Maria’s concept of inspired action helps you prioritise the ideas that carry energy and align with your values, so progress feels sustainable. We also tackle burnout as an internal conflict between competing values and share practical grounding tools, from presence drills to meditation habits that train your attention. Maria’s 10-day Vipassana retreat offers vivid lessons on creating space between trigger and response, translating mindfulness into everyday leadership.

We close with what’s next for Maria—scaling her marketing agency, growing Manifest Change Society, and staying open to pivots that keep work aligned with purpose. If you want growth that feels like you, not like a schedule owning you, this conversation is your playbook. Subscribe, share with a founder friend, and leave a review with your favourite takeaway so we can keep these deep dives coming.