006: How To Shake Off Imposter Syndrome

“Imposter Syndrome can absolutely cripple you if you don't get to grips with it sooner rather than later.  ” - Jo Ingram

Welcome to the sixth episode of Action Taker Tribe. In this week’s episode, we tackle Imposter Syndrome.

It is quite common as we grow our business to deal with Imposter Syndrome. That feeling of “Who am I to do this?”

“People with much longer resumes are the ones who should be doing this, not me.” 

That voice in your head that says stay small... Don’t do that or you might fail.

I discuss why your idea of total perfection is holding you back, and how we can overcome imposter syndrome - and even come to see it as a friend.

I discuss why women may encounter this more than men, and I also look at different ways we can keep it at bay so we are not crippled by it.

Imposter Syndrome might just be a part of leveling-up, but it doesn’t have to stop you in your tracks. I’ve had to deal with it as I grow my business so I hope you find this episode useful on your business journey.

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Show Notes [Full Transcript Here]

In this episode I share how to cope with Imposter Syndrome.

● What is Imposter Syndrome? [0:04]

● Why does Imposter Syndrome make us feel shame? [1:05]

● Why is it more common for women than men? [1:50]

● How can it show up in your life?.[2:38]

● How can it lead to you playing small? [3:40]

● Why you should remember your story. [6:32]

● Why is it important to embrace failure? [8:08]

● How to practice your skills when just starting out. [9:30]

● How being just two steps ahead is actually beneficial. [11:23]

● Why Imposter Syndrome could be a good sign. [13:29]