Navigating Self-Belief, Success & Authenticity with Vicky Shilling - A Beyond the Norm Podcast

In this episode of Beyond The Norm, I’m joined by the wonderful Vicky Shilling. Vicky is a coach, author, mother, and honest voice in the entrepreneurial world.

We dive deep into the real emotional journey behind building a business: self-belief, self-doubt, identity, motherhood, privilege, ethics and what success really looks like when you peel back the pressure and perfectionism.

Vicky shares her transition from the music industry into coaching, the wobble of imposter syndrome, and how confidence rises and falls at every level of business. We talk openly about the Dunning-Kruger effect, coaching ethics, acknowledging privilege, and why radical honesty is essential for building a business and a life that actually feels good.

If you’ve ever struggled with confidence, felt like an imposter, or wondered whether you’re “doing enough,” this conversation will bring you truth, compassion and the reassurance that you are absolutely not alone.

A huge thank you to Vicky for her time, passion and sharing this inspiring interview!

Chapters:

00:00 — Introduction to Vicky Shilling02:52 — From the Music Industry to Health Coaching05:48 — Understanding Self-Belief in Entrepreneurship08:54 — Navigating Self-Doubt & Imposter Syndrome12:01 — Family, Approval & Identity15:05 — Ethics & Transparency in Coaching18:08 — Privilege & Power Dynamics in Business21:02 — Client Success Stories & Real Transformation24:07 — Motherhood Meets Entrepreneurship27:02 — Redefining Success Beyond Money29:48 — Authenticity & Honest Conversations32:52 — Closing Reflections

Key takeaways:

• ​Self-belief shapes every stage of entrepreneurship
• ​Confidence rises and falls naturally (and you’re not imagining it)
• ​The Dunning-Kruger effect explains early overconfidence + later self-doubt
• ​Privilege and ethics matter deeply in the coaching space
• ​Motherhood requires a flexible, compassionate approach to business
• ​Vulnerability builds deeper client trust than perfection ever will
• ​Real success is personal, evolving, and deeply individual

🔗 Connect with Vicky Shilling

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicky.shilling/?hl=enWebsite: https://vickyshilling.com/

Her Book 'Just start Now'; https://vickyshilling.com/book

Vicky’s Substack: https://vickyshilling.substack.com/

🔗 Connect with Me:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/normaokellysystemiccoachLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/normaokelly/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@normaokellytransitioncoachWebsite: https://www.normaokelly.com

Key words:

Vicky Shilling, self-belief, entrepreneurship, authenticity, coaching ethics, privilege in business, motherhood and business, self-doubt, imposter syndrome, business mindset, purpose-led business, entrepreneurial transformation, confidence in business, Beyond The Norm Podcast

🎙 Work With Me

If you’d like support with identity, purpose, transitions, systemic coaching or leadership work, you’ll find everything at:https://www.normaokelly.com

Till then Go Gently