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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Tips for Entrepreneurs

We've all been there, standing on the edge of success, but instead of feeling like a conqueror, we feel like a counterfeit. Welcome to the wild world of Imposter Syndrome! 

You know that nagging voice that whispers, "You don't belong here," or "You're just lucky, not talented"? Yep, that's it! It's that sneaky self-doubt that creeps in just when we should be celebrating our victories. It's like an uninvited guest crashing the party, unapologetically hogging the spotlight.

So, how do we respond to this sneaky voice in our heads? Well, this newsletter is about to really challenge some of you. But the good news is, if you follow through on the tips we give you, then you can overcome imposter syndrome!

Before we actually jump in to how to defeat Imposter Syndrome, we need to do a few checks to make sure you aren’t ACTUALLY an imposter. Now, before you start sweating, relax. Most of you aren’t, and if you are, you probably already knew it in your heart—so none of this should come as a surprise. But this is an important step so don’t skip it!

The Imposter Check-Up 🩺

You MAY be an Imposter IF…

❌ You have a lack of qualifications or skills: If you genuinely lack the qualifications or skills required for a position or task, you might be an imposter in that specific context.

❌ You’re deceiving or being fraudulent: Being an imposter involves intentionally misrepresenting your qualifications, experience, or abilities to deceive others for personal gain.

❌ You’re acting inauthentic: Imposters often tend to play a role or be someone they're not in order to fit in with the crowd or garner external validation.

Now that you've checked yourself and know you’re not truly an imposter, let's talk about how to defeat Imposter Syndrome! 

1. Talk Back to the Voice

That pesky voice in our heads needs to be challenged. Talk back to it and ask yourself what evidence you have that you're not good enough. You'll be surprised how fast that voice responds with baseless reasoning- so there's no room for it to stay!

2. Embrace Your Unique Skill Set

No human on this planet has the same combination of skills, experience, and knowledge that you have. Embrace your unique perspective in problem-solving to stay inspired.

3. Learn to Accept Positive Feedback

Imposters often struggle with compliments and blame their successes on external factors. Start taking note of when you discredit yourself and remind yourself that your accomplishments are due to your hard work.

4. Remember that Failure isn’t the End Game

Business endeavors often come with wins, but they also come with losses. Failure isn’t the opposite of success, it’s a part of the journey. Embrace the lessons in your failures to keep improving.

While Imposter Syndrome is pervasive, it doesn’t have to be paralyzing. With a willingness to learn and self-help, it can be tamed. The tips above can help entrepreneurs overcome Imposter Syndrome and stay focused on the big wins they will accomplish in their businesses. Next time the sneaky voice whispers, “You can't do it,” remember, you have the tools to silence that voice and achieve the impact you desire!

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