Joining me on this weeks podcast is jeweller Hayley Kruger. Hayley has been in the jewellery industry for many years and as a jeweller she has a diverse business working with customers and commissions, teaching and television work. In this episode we talk about her career as a jeweller and focus on the issue of fear and imposter syndrome and Hayley’s take on how to manage it.     EPISODE RECAP   A big welcome to the lovely Hayley Kruger (0:50) One thing that stands out to me is the kind of care you give to people - it can make a huge difference (3:31) Today we’re talking about fear and not letting it stop us. As an established jeweller, do you still experience fear in your business? (4:21) Sometimes we think that we’ll feel ready later, but actually doing it is what takes the fear away (6:42) The fear doesn’t actually have to do with your skills (8:56) What are some fears that you’ve faced and how have you overcome them? (9:34) How do you manage when you work at home and have less of the boundaries or work mode? (11:42) Do any of your fears come true? (13:32) I imagine you’re good at helping people feel at ease around the jewellery process (16:01) What would you do in your life and business going forward if you weren’t afraid? (18:35) Where would you be in three or five year’s time if you had no fear? (20:14) What actions do you take when you feel stuck? (22:59) Something I’ve learned is that working hard is not always the answer to reaching your goals (24:54) What would you say to jewellers who are experiencing imposter syndrome or fear in their business and it’s holding them back? (27:32) Do you enjoy being a jeweller? (29:10) In almost any creative industry, we often feel guilty about asking for more money (30:33) Where can we find you online? (33:00)     RESOURCES Haley Kruger’s Website  Haley Kruger’s Instagram The Jewellers Academy