Wondering what's holding my business back? You're not alone. Every business owner I know is chasing the same things: clarity, focus, energy, freedom. But here's the truth most people don't want to hear. In this episode of the Small Business Straight Talk Podcast, I'm sharing why these outcomes can't be chased and what you need to focus on instead.

What You'll Discover In This Episode:

✔ The 7 Things Every Business Owner Wants Most And Why You Can't Chase Them

✔ Why Buying Another Planner Or App Won't Give You Clarity Or Focus

✔ The Difference Between Outcomes And Inputs That Changes Everything

✔ The 4 Pillars That Actually Create The Results You're After

✔ How To Stop Chasing And Start Building What You Really Want

✔ So Much More!

To access resources and links from this episode, visit AmberDeLaGarza.com/409

P.S. Not sure where to start? Take my Next Level Business Owner Quiz to find out which pillar needs your attention first. Head to AmberDeLaGarza.com/QUIZ

And… If you're ready to stop chasing and start building, schedule a Discovery Call so we can discuss partnering together. Head to AmberDeLaGarza.com/Call

Stuck on a decision you keep avoiding? Spinning on a problem you can't seem to solve? In this episode, I'm sharing one simple question that cuts through the overwhelm and helps you see clearly even when you're too close to the situation.

What You'll Discover In This Episode:

✔ Why being "too close" to a situation keeps you stuck and how to create the separation you need

✔ The 6 personal filters that cloud your judgment (fear, guilt, capacity limits, emotional attachment, self-doubt, and avoidance)

✔ One powerful reframe question that bypasses overthinking and reveals the obvious answer

✔ Why you'll fight for your business even when you won't fight for yourself and how to use that strategically

✔ So Much More!

To access resources and links from this episode, visit https://AmberDeLaGarza.com/408

P.S. Today's episode gave you one powerful question. But imagine having a strategy partner who helps you see clearly when you're too close to the situation. Someone who asks the right question at the right time. That's what coaching with me looks like. If you're ready to get unstuck, gain clarity, and make strategic decisions that move your business forward, I'd love to talk with you. Schedule your Discovery Call

And… Want to discover what's most holding you back in business and receive a personalized playlist to help you overcome those specific challenges? It only takes a few minutes to take the Next Level Business Owner Quiz and get on the path of taking your leadership and business to the next level!

I dive into how you can identify both the internal beliefs and the external commitments that are silently running the show in your business in life. We talk about how to finally give yourself permission to let them go so you can step into 2026 lighter, clearer, and ready for true momentum.

What You'll Discover In This Episode:

✔ What Letting Go Really Is & What It Entails

✔ A Great Mantra To Live By That Grants You Desired Freedom

✔ The Most Important Question To Ask Yourself & Answer Honestly

✔ What Stands Between You & Relief From Your Commitments

✔ Common Expectations Beliefs, & Stories That Might Be Weighing You Down

✔ What Happens When You Release The Internal Weight

✔ So Much More!

To access resources and links from this episode, click on https://AmberDeLaGarza.com/407

P.S. Want to discover what's most holding you back in business and receive a personalized playlist to help you overcome those specific challenges? It only takes a few minutes to take the Next Level Business Owner Quiz and get on the path of taking your leadership and business to the next level!

And… If you want help managing your time, creating efficiency, making a new hire, reducing the stress and overwhelm of running a business, or making strategic decisions that will help you level up your business, I'd like to talk to you. Let's discuss how we can partner together to help you get unstuck, reduce stress, and determine a clear path to increased profits! Schedule your Discovery Call