45: #45 Why You Don’t Need to Be the Best to Succeed in Business

If you’ve ever felt like you're not good enough or that your business isn't quite at the level it “should” be, this episode is your reminder that success doesn’t require perfection. In today’s honest and reassuring conversation, I’m diving into the myth of needing to be the best — the number one, the go-to expert, the high-earner — in order to be taken seriously or feel worthy in business. That pressure? It’s often self-imposed, especially when you're a solo business owner trying to juggle everything. I’ll walk you through some household names — like Zoom, Netflix, and Spotify — that aren't actually the top players in terms of market share, yet are still wildly successful and trusted. I even share some surprising facts about famous individuals like Bruce Springsteen (spoiler: no UK number one singles!), to remind you that accolades aren’t the only measure of impact or longevity. We’ll also talk about how to handle unsubscribes, negative feedback, or refund requests without making it personal — because rejection is part of running a business, and it doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong. ✨ You don’t have to be the biggest or the best — you just have to be you, doing your work with heart. Helpful Links: 🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck 📖 Read my book 💬 Work with me If this episode gave you a bit of breathing room or a new perspective, I’d love to hear from you. Tag me on Instagram @libbylangley and share what landed most. Here’s to running your business on your terms — with less pressure and more peace. Libby x.