Superheroes in Heels with Kimberley Borgens

Welcome back to Superheroes in Heels! I’m Kimberley Borgens, your host, and today I’m so excited to dive into a topic that hits close to home for so many women in business and life: the truth about “getting ready.” For decades, I’ve seen incredible, talented women—myself included—fall into the trap of believing we need to wait until everything is perfect, until we feel completely prepared, until we’re absolutely confident, before we take bold action. Well, today’s episode is all about blowing that myth out of the water. In this episode, I’m getting real with you about how “getting ready” isn’t actually a step forward—it’s one of the prettiest, sneakiest excuses we use to play small. So often, we convince ourselves that putting off the launch, the promotion, the raise, or even just putting ourselves out there is smart and safe. In reality, all that preparing, overthinking, and over-learning is just another form of procrastination—one that feels productive but keeps us stuck. And guess what? Men rarely fall into this same pattern. They dive in with only part of the qualifications and figure things out as they go, while we often hold ourselves back, waiting until we’re 120% certain. Throughout this episode, I share stories from my own journey—like stepping into public speaking even when my voice was shaking, or setting my rates as a coach before I ever had the validation I thought I needed—and stories from amazing clients who broke through the illusion of readiness by taking action first. We’ll talk about how perfectionism, social conditioning, past wounds, and even our well-meaning desire for professionalism can actually make our dreams harder to reach. But don’t worry—this isn’t just tough love. I’m giving you a practical framework and mindset shifts that you can start using right away. We’ll cover how action creates confidence (not the other way around), why messy progress is better than polished hiding, and how to finally claim your role as CEO of your business and your life. I’ll even walk you through some “Superhero in Heels” power affirmations and actionable steps to help you move from waiting to winning. If you’re tired of stalling and ready to stop saying, “I’ll do that when I’m ready,” this episode is your personal invitation to hit “go”—even if it’s a little messy, even if it’s a little scary. Remember, superheroes don’t wait for confidence or permission. We take action, and confidence catches up with us. So grab a friend who needs this pep talk as much as you do, settle in, and let’s unleash your power together. It’s time to trade “getting ready” for getting real, and I can’t wait to cheer you on. Thanks for Tuning In to Superheroes in Heels with Kimberley Borgens If today’s episode sparked something in you then this show is doing exactly what it’s meant to do. Superheroes in Heels is all about fiercely empowering women in business—especially in male-dominated industries. Each episode is a celebration of resilience, competence, and a little sass, and we’re just getting started. Want more? Subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode. Leave a review—it helps more bold, brave women find us. Follow me on social media for daily inspiration and insights. And most importantly, come join my community: The Hive Hangout—where empowered women empower each other. Connect with Kimberley: 🔗 Website: www.kimberleyborgens.com 📘 Facebook: BeALegacyCoach 📸 Instagram: @kimberleyborgens 💼 LinkedIn: a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberleyborgens/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...