Are Unconscious Beliefs Controlling Your Practice?


Amar Pandit
A respected entrepreneur with 25+ years of Experience, Amar Pandit is the Founder of several companies that are making a Happy difference in the lives of people. He is currently the Founder of Happyness Factory, a world-class online investment & goal-based financial planning platform through which he aims to help every Indian family save and invest wisely. He is very passionate about spreading financial literacy and is the author of 4 bestselling books (+ 2 more to release in 2020), 8 Sketch Books, Board Game and 700 + columns.

November 8, 2024 | 2 Minute Read
Carl Jung once said, “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” These words are powerful, especially for all of us. In our profession, understanding ourselves is as important as understanding clients, markets or client portfolios.
As financial professionals, we often focus on numbers, strategies, and client outcomes. But beneath the surface, our own beliefs and biases shape how we work, how we relate to clients, and even how we define success. Without awareness, these unconscious beliefs can limit us, leading to self-doubt, stress, or even poor decisions.
For example, you may unconsciously fear losing clients, leading you to avoid difficult conversations with people you don’t enjoy working with anymore. Or perhaps you have a belief that success means constantly growing your client base, which can lead to burnout. These patterns may feel like “just the way things are,” but they’re often deeply rooted beliefs driving your actions.
Bringing these beliefs into the light is transformative. It allows you to take control, to make intentional choices, and to build a practice that aligns with your true values. When you understand why you work the way you do, you can make changes that benefit both you and your clients.
This self-awareness also enhances empathy. By understanding your own fears and motivations, you can better connect with clients, recognizing the unconscious patterns that may be holding them back too. You become not just a financial professional, but a guide who helps clients gain clarity, not only about their finances but about their lives.
Taking time for self-reflection isn’t a luxury; it’s essential. It’s the foundation for true growth, and impact. Therefore, you must invest some time in self-reflection.
Ask yourself: What beliefs are directing your life and practice? And are they truly aligned with the person you want to be and the practice you want to build?
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