In this episode, Jeannette takes an in-depth look at imposter syndrome, something most people suffer from at some point in their life. She explains what it is and how to identify if you are prone to it. As well as explaining what may be behind your feeling that you are not good enough or are a fraud, despite your achievements.
Jeannette talks about her own experience of the syndrome. She shares several tips and tricks she has used to beat it and ensure that it has not held her back. Simple things you can do too to overcome your own imposter syndrome.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Imposter syndrome is a collection of feelings of inadequacy that persist despite evidence of success. Deep down you feel like a fraud.
About 70% of people experience imposter syndrome. This is regardless of their background, sex or level of education and experience.
Why people feel this way varies greatly, personality traits, upbringing and childhood experiences can all play a role in imposter syndrome.
If you let it, this syndrome can overwhelm you and hold you back.
The first step to dealing with it is to recognize what is happening, so you can recalibrate and reframe things.
Don´t be afraid to talk to friends or mentors about how you are feeling, they are highly likely to have been where you are now.
Focus on your goal, if it is important enough it will give you the confidence to push through and do things despite imposter syndrome.
A healthy body equals a healthy mind, exercise releases positive endorphins into the body.
If you are suffering from self-doubt the last thing you need is to be around cynical or negative people.
Reframe failure in your mind as learning.
Taking steps towards your goal, every day, even baby steps, builds confidence.
You can retrain your subconscious and overcome imposter syndrome.
BEST MOMENTS
‘About 70% of people suffer from what is commonly known as imposter syndrome. ’
´Make sure you're spending time with people that are positive, they're going to encourage you, they're going to help you achieve’
‘It´s fine to have an imposter syndrome moment. But let´s make sure we´ve not got an imposter syndrome life. ’
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ABOUT THE HOST
Jeannette Linfoot is a highly regarded senior executive, property investor, board advisor and business mentor with over 25 years of global professional business experience across the travel, leisure, hospitality, and property sectors. Having bought, ran, and sold businesses all over the world, Jeannette now has a portfolio of her own businesses and also advises and mentors other business leaders to drive forward their strategies as well as their own personal development.
Jeannette is a down to earth leader, a passionate champion for diversity & inclusion and a huge advocate of nurturing talent so every person can unleash their full potential and live their dreams.
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Podcast Description
Jeannette Linfoot talks to incredible people about their experiences of being Brave, Bold & Brilliant, which have allowed them to unleash their full potential in business, their careers and life in general. From the boardroom tables of ‘big’ international business to the dining room tables of entrepreneurial start-ups, how to overcome challenges, embrace opportunities and take risks, whilst staying ‘true’ to yourself is the order of the day.
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