HHP34 - Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt as a First-Time Founder

Starting a business for the first time isn’t just about strategy, it’s about mindset. In this episode of The Hustle Hour, host Marcus Sciulli walks through the real-world journey of Jasmine, a first-time founder building an online meal-prep business while working her 9–5.

From battling the fear of failure to overcoming imposter syndrome, Jasmine’s story reveals the raw challenges every new entrepreneur faces—and the practical steps she used to push through.

You’ll learn how to:

• Reframe failure as a tool for growth
• Turn rejection into research
• Use your personal story as your strength
• Handle uncertainty with simple next steps
• Build confidence through small, consistent action

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I really cut out for this?”—this episode is your roadmap to silencing self-doubt and taking the leap.

🎧 Tune in now and discover how to push past fear and step boldly into your role as a founder.