Why You’ll Never Feel Ready to Start a Business (And How to Do It Anyway) with Kaytlin Schneider
Wed Feb 04 2026
You know that idea you can’t shake—the one that keeps showing up no matter how busy, practical, or “reasonable” you try to be? This episode is for you.
In this conversation, Betsy sits down with Kaytlin Schneider, founder and CEO of Aeston West Skincare & Beauty, for an honest, empowering look at what it really means to build something of your own. From navigating self-doubt and imposter syndrome to embracing the discomfort of being seen before you feel ready, Kaytlin shares what entrepreneurship actually looks like behind the scenes.
Together, they unpack the quiet pull toward something more—and why you don’t need every answer before you begin. Kaytlin opens up about her non-linear path from biological engineering to beauty, and how treating your skills like tools in a toolbox (not a fixed identity) can unlock entirely new possibilities.
In this episode, they explore:
Why confidence comes after action, not beforeHow to stop waiting for permission and start choosing yourselfWhat the “messy middle” really is—and why it doesn’t mean you’re failingHow to move through overwhelm, self-doubt, and freeze states with self-trustThe surprising science behind skincare, inflammation, and building routines that actually workIf you’ve been feeling the pull to begin—but telling yourself you’re not ready yet—consider this your reminder: ready is built in motion.
And if you’ve ever asked yourself, “Could I really do this?”—this episode gently, boldly answers back: why wouldn’t you?
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You know that idea you can’t shake—the one that keeps showing up no matter how busy, practical, or “reasonable” you try to be? This episode is for you. In this conversation, Betsy sits down with Kaytlin Schneider, founder and CEO of Aeston West Skincare & Beauty, for an honest, empowering look at what it really means to build something of your own. From navigating self-doubt and imposter syndrome to embracing the discomfort of being seen before you feel ready, Kaytlin shares what entrepreneurship actually looks like behind the scenes. Together, they unpack the quiet pull toward something more—and why you don’t need every answer before you begin. Kaytlin opens up about her non-linear path from biological engineering to beauty, and how treating your skills like tools in a toolbox (not a fixed identity) can unlock entirely new possibilities. In this episode, they explore: Why confidence comes after action, not beforeHow to stop waiting for permission and start choosing yourselfWhat the “messy middle” really is—and why it doesn’t mean you’re failingHow to move through overwhelm, self-doubt, and freeze states with self-trustThe surprising science behind skincare, inflammation, and building routines that actually workIf you’ve been feeling the pull to begin—but telling yourself you’re not ready yet—consider this your reminder: ready is built in motion. And if you’ve ever asked yourself, “Could I really do this?”—this episode gently, boldly answers back: why wouldn’t you? Support the show Connect with Betsy: Website: writeyourownstory.co Email: betsy@writeyourownstory.co Instagram: write_your_own_story_co Or betsyleo Youtube:writeyourownstorypodcast More: SHOP MY AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/shop/write_your_own_story_co FEMALE FOUNDERS MASTERCLASS: https://writeyourownstory.co/ffa-courses GET 10% OFF YOUR OURA RING: https://ouraring.com/raf/216ee90575?utm_source=user&utm_medium=iac_raf&utm_type=alwayson-cvr&utm_campaign=2025RAF&utm_variant=2025_raf_july HUNGRYROOT: code: WRITEYOUROWNSTORY40 https://www.hungryroot.com/?promo=WRITEYOUROWNSTORY40&b=1197&utm_source=write-your-own-story&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=in-house DONATE TO CINCY's CHILDREN HOSPITAL: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2270822/support FLODESK Give your friends 50% off their first year of Flodesk and get $19 when they join!https:...