Stop Doubting Yourself—You Are an Expert

Let’s talk about that word: expert. What comes to mind when you hear it? A stuffy professor? Someone with a wall full of degrees? Definitely not you in your comfy clothes at your laptop, right?

But here’s the truth: being an expert doesn’t mean knowing everything. It just means you know a little bit more than the person you’re helping—and that’s more than enough to make a difference.

If you’ve been showing up, sharing your knowledge, working with clients, and genuinely wanting to help people move forward… yep, you’re already in expert territory. You don’t need a shiny certificate to prove it (unless that’s your thing, then go for it!).

The Sneaky Voice That Says You're Not "There Yet"

You know that annoying inner voice that pipes up with, “Who do you think you are?” or “You’re not really qualified…” Yeah, that one. It’s time to stop letting it run the show.

You’ve probably helped clients shut down those same thoughts—but are you giving yourself the same advice? (No judgment, we’ve all been there.)

Instead of spiraling into self-doubt or comparison mode, try taking one small action. Post something helpful on Instagram. Email your list. Write a short blog. Every time you do, you’re reminding yourself—and your audience—what you do know.

Also, let’s stop comparing ourselves to every other coach or creator online. Their path isn’t your path, and success doesn’t come with a universal timeline.

So, What Makes Someone an Expert Anyway?

According to the dictionary, an expert is someone with solid, reliable knowledge or skill in a specific area. That’s it. There’s no footnote that says you need a Master’s degree or a hundred thousand followers.

And honestly, the best kind of expert? The one who’s been in the trenches. The one who’s tried, tested, failed, adjusted, and still shows up ready to help.

Your experience matters. Your voice matters. Your passion for your topic—that’s what your audience is drawn to. You don’t have to be miles ahead. Just a few steps forward is enough to guide someone else.

So please, embrace your experience. Own what you know. Your people need what you’ve got.

Ready to Really Step Into That Expert Role?

If you’ve been sitting on a great idea for a course or membership but keep getting overwhelmed trying to figure it all out… I get it. That “Where do I even start?” feeling is real.

That’s exactly why I created Brewed to Success – Course Creation with Heather. It’s for coaches and course creators who are bursting with ideas but could use a bit of clarity and support to bring them to life.

Whether you’re stuck on step one or halfway through and feeling lost, this program is all about breaking things down into doable, non-scary steps. You’ll have someone (me!) who truly gets it, guiding you one task, one step, one goal at a time.

Hop on the waitlist here to be the first to know when I open the doors:

You’ve got what it takes—and we’re going to brew that course of yours into something amazing.

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