Meet Courtney Barlow

We recently connected with Courtney Barlow and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Courtney, thank you so much for opening up with us about some important, but sometimes personal topics. One that really matters to us is overcoming Imposter Syndrome because we’ve seen how so many people are held back in life because of this and so we’d really appreciate hearing about how you overcame Imposter Syndrome.

For me, imposter syndrome didn’t look like questioning whether I belonged in the room. I’ve always trusted that my work earned me that seat. It showed up more in the pressure I put on myself to know everything and to execute perfectly. Anytime I stepped into a new role or took on a bigger project, I’d feel that pressure intensify.

The turning point came when I realized that imposter syndrome usually shows up when you’re leveling up. It’s almost a sign you’re stretching into new territory. Once I saw it that way, I stopped viewing it as a weakness and started using it as motivation: to prepare better, to ask smarter questions, and to stay curious instead of trying to be flawless.

Over time, I’ve come to see that confidence isn’t the absence of doubt, it’s moving forward despite it. Now, when that voice shows up, I don’t let it hold me back. I see it as proof that I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be: growing, learning, and doing work that excites me.

Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?

I split my time between building companies and leading marketing technology projects, which means I get to live at the intersection of creativity, strategy, and innovation. On the entrepreneurial side, I run two ventures: November Social, a marketing campaign studio focused on production and activations, and Seven Wellness Club, a lifestyle and wellness brand inspired by the seven dimensions of wellness. With November Social, we’re shifting toward creating full-scale campaigns, from event activations to content production, designed to give brands experiences and stories that truly resonate. Seven Wellness Club is my passion project – a brand focused on making wellness approachable, exciting, and rooted in science, with products like affirmation cards, journals, and digital content.

What excites me most about my work is that no two days look the same. One moment I might be deep in data and tech implementation for a large client, and the next I’m concepting packaging for a product launch or filming content for social. That variety is what keeps me inspired and it’s a constant reminder that creativity and structure can co-exist.

Right now, I’m especially excited about what’s ahead with Seven Wellness Club. We’re expanding from products into content and community, with plans for a physical wellness space in the future. I see it as a brand that grows with people – not just selling products, but offering tools and experiences that help them build a life that feels balanced, modern, and sustainable.

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?

1. Adaptability
The industries I work in are constantly evolving. Being able to adapt quickly, whether it’s learning a new platform, shifting strategy mid-campaign, or pivoting an entire business model, has been one of my greatest strengths. For anyone starting out, think of change less as a setback and more as a signal to grow. The faster you can embrace it, the faster you’ll move forward.

2. Relationship Building
So much of my success has come from the relationships I’ve built. People remember how you make them feel, not just the results you deliver. If you focus on building trust and showing up consistently, opportunities have a way of finding you through the people who believe in you.

3. Vision Paired with Execution
It’s one thing to dream big, it’s another to bring those ideas to life. I’ve learned that the ability to think creatively and put structures in place to actually make it happen is a rare combination. The key is training both sides: nurture your creativity, but also practice mapping out steps, timelines, and accountability. That’s how vision becomes momentum.

What do you do when you feel overwhelmed? Any advice or strategies?

When I feel overwhelmed, my instinct used to be to push harder; longer hours, more multitasking, and trying to power through. But I learned that approach usually makes things worse. Now, my strategy is to pause before I push.

What’s helped me most is building rituals that keep me grounded even when things are hectic: starting my mornings with movement, ending my nights with reflection, and making space for things that remind me I’m a human being, not just a human doing.

My advice for anyone dealing with overwhelm is this: don’t mistake rest for weakness. Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is step back, reset your perspective, and come back clearer. That’s what allows you to keep moving forward without burning out.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://sevenwellnessclub.com
• Instagram: _courtneybarlow

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