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What is Imposter Syndrome and how do we beat it?
Well, imposter syndrome can look like: Feeling like a fraud. Look like or feel like the need for false modesty. Labeling your hard work as just being “Lucky.”
Imposter Syndrome is a common plague upon entrepreneurs and social media types. But have no fear, that’s why I am here. Let’s get you some tips to combat it.
Know You Are Not Alone! This really happens to the best of us.
Acknowledge the Feeling and know you know what you are talking about. Use your accomplishments as reassurance.
Positive Affirmations - Find one that works for you and keep it in work mode eyesight. (Pinterest may be a great resource for finding the right one that speaks to you.)
Some of my Favorites-
“WTWTCH” What’s the Worst that Could Happen?
Done is Better Than Perfect
Failure is a Teacher to Learn From
Don’t Go Into Information Overload Mode. Too much noise will only make it worse and make you start to doubt what you already know. Don’t try to learn it all at once.
Take Simple Messy Action - Something is better than nothing, push thru and just start. Tiny bits at a time. One foot in front of the other.
There is NO Such thing as “Perfect” - Have you been called a “Micro-Manager”? Or to Delegate, anything has been a hard NO? Get mad when a group project didn’t come out a certain way??? Try to Fail on Purpose! Hear me out, send out an email without the proofread, see the world won’t crumble apart! It’s ok to have errors, it’s called “being human.”
The key is to remember, Perfectionism is rooted in fear, anxiety, and insecurity.
This one is hard and will take time. You will probably have to address what’s the core issue of your worries. But once you do or practice “failing” you will see, what people connect best to is a real, authentic person. Embrace your messes.
Money Blocks - Are you afraid of money? Okay, that may sound funny, but seriously, read up on “Money Blocks.” It’s like a subconscious issue getting in the way of your success. Very interesting and worth looking into. I actually learned about this from one of my mentors. It’s been a life-changer.
Don’t let Imposter Syndrome get the best of you. Work on combating that self-doubt. And, remember you aren’t alone! Please feel free to reach out if you get stuck, I am happy to help.
