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Praise for Fight the Fear ‘Mandie’s enthusiasm will be felt as you progress through this book, tak- ing inspiration from her journey and assisting you to build your own confidence along the way. It provides a sound and practical framework to enable you to tackle any fears you may have, providing advice on how to overcome them, giving your chances of future success a massive boost.’ Mike Smith, Senior Inward Investment, Economy and Growth Officer, Chelmsford City Council ‘A triumphant book – Mandie’s unique ability to motivate and inspire abounds within its pages. It will make you think about your fears in a new light, and ensure you take action to overcome them.’ Nigel Risner, motivational and inspirational speaker ‘Exactly what I expected from Mandie, an absolutely fantastic book full of practical tips, advice and strategies to help you kick the fears holding you back and get you well on your way to success!’ Sarah Hurley, Director, Sarah Hurley Ltd ‘This book is a no frills, no jargon, easy to read guide to losing the fears that hold you back in business. A great read with practical, simple steps to help you conquer the fears that hold you back.’ Melissa Neisler Dickinson, Managing Director, The Suffolk Wedding Show ‘If you are someone who wants to take control of your life and do it right now then this is the book for you. Mandie is an incredible person who has helped so many people break free from what has held them back and then helped and supported them in developing the confidence to achieve their goals. The reason this book is so good is that it tack- les the number one issue that holds most people back – and that’s fear. A01_HOLG5951_01_SE_FM.indd 1 12/10/2016 18:44 Once people learn how to see through the illusion that fear can often be they can achieve their goals, dreams and ambitions much more easily. This is a book that is packed with tips, tools, strategies and techniques to conquer fear and live your life to the full. I would highly recommend this book to anyone that wants to supercharge their life.’ Pete Cohen, life coach, motivational speaker and bestselling author ‘Mandie helped me realise my dreams, and I am eternally grateful to her triggering that special spark – not only to ignite my passion but turn it into a successful and profitable business.’ Angela Chouaib, MD and founder, www.SecretSurgery.co.uk ‘Mandie’s book makes such impressive sense and, even better, it is easy to read. It provides clarity in a world that is so fast paced. Whilst Man- die remains “bossy” by including exercises and homework, she allows us to gain far more through actions and working out what matters to us. Sometimes it takes a while to recognise that someone has a special ability to get us to believe in ourselves, to tie that belief to our highest ide- als, and to imagine that together we can do great things. In those rare moments, when such a person comes along, we need to put aside our plans and reach for what we know is possible.’ Jo-Anne Stewart, ‘New Openings’ Project Manager, Premier Inn, and hub by Premier Inn A01_HOLG5951_01_SE_FM.indd 2 12/10/2016 18:44 Fight the Fear A01_HOLG5951_01_SE_FM.indd 3 12/10/2016 18:44 A01_HOLG5951_01_SE_FM.indd 4 12/10/2016 18:44 Fight the Fear How to beat your negative mindset and win in life mandie holgate A01_HOLG5951_01_SE_FM.indd 5 12/10/2016 18:44 Pearson Education Limited Edinburgh Gate Harlow CM20 2JE United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1279 623623 Web: www.pearson.com/uk First edition published 2017 (print and electronic) © Mandie Holgate 2017 (print and electronic) The right of Mandie Holgate to be identified as author of this work has been asserted by her in accordance with the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988. The print publication is protected by copyright. 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ISBN: 978–1-292–15595–1 (print) 978–1-292–15596–8 (PDF) 978–1-292–15597–5 (ePub) British Library Cataloguing-in-Publication Data A catalogue record for the print edition is available from the British Library Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data A catalog record for the print edition is available from the Library of Congress 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 20 19 18 17 16 Cover design by Two Associates Print edition typeset in 10 and ITC Giovanni Std by SPi Global Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd, Gosport NOTE THAT ANY PAGE CROSS REFERENCES REFER TO THE PRINT EDITION A01_HOLG5951_01_SE_FM.indd 6 12/10/2016 18:44 To Andy, Harrison and Sophie, because you make me fearless – thank you. A01_HOLG5951_01_SE_FM.indd 7 12/10/2016 18:44 A01_HOLG5951_01_SE_FM.indd 8 12/10/2016 18:44 Contents About the author x Introduction xi 1 What if someone finds out who I really am? 1 2 I’m scared of setting goals 15 3 I don’t believe I can succeed 27 4 I don’t want to appear arrogant 43 5 I don’t ask for help 53 6 I’m scared of saying ‘No’ 65 7 I’m petrified of public speaking 79 8 I hate phoning people 93 9 I don’t want to look stupid 107 10 I can’t stop scrutinising what people are thinking 117 11 I’m scared to ask for what I want 129 12 I can’t take time out 141 Thank you 153 Index 155 ix A01_HOLG5951_01_SE_FM.indd 9 13/10/2016 19:50