Episode Title:The Smart Publishing Impact Series - Episode 32: Recognizing and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Episode Summary:
“I’m not good enough to write a book.” “Who would even read this?” If you’ve ever had thoughts like these, you’re not alone. In this solo episode, Renée Lautermilch tackles the sneaky ways imposter syndrome shows up for authors—and how to push through it. From obsessive self-editing to scrapping an almost-finished manuscript, Renée shares the real reasons these patterns appear and how to shift your focus from fear to mission. If you’ve ever stalled on your book because of self-doubt, this episode will help you recognize the trap and move forward with confidence.
What You’ll Hear:
The hidden defense mechanism behind imposter syndrome
How it shows up in writing: endless edits, feedback traps, cover design delays, and more
Why “not enough time” is usually imposter syndrome in disguise
Practical ways to reframe your thoughts so you can finish your book
How focusing on your mission creates urgency instead of fear
Real examples of authors who broke through doubt and found their purpose
Quote to Remember:
“Imposter syndrome fades when your mission is bigger than your fear.”
Mentioned in This Episode:
Renée’s book: The One Hour Author, available on Amazon
smartpublishingservices.com – resources, courses, and publishing support
Connect with Renée on Facebook – she’s the only Renée Lautermilch in the world
Next Week:
Renée returns with another real-talk episode to help you write, publish, and share your story with impact.
