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Episode Synopsis
Everybody's talking about impostor syndrome. It’s the new phrase we’re throwing around, right? So, what's all this buzz about. Impostor Syndrome is a feeling. Bottom line. A feeling of being a fraud that if not checked, can drive you to make decisions that might hold you back. Hold you back from what...? Pursuing your dream job, starting that blog for millennials, going after that new role in your department or moving to another country to open a little coffee shop.Impostor Syndrome is a feeling that if gone unchecked can wreak some havoc on your life and have you doubting even the most logical or oblivious more. Turns out 70% of Americans suffer from Impostor Syndrome. Today, I want to help you and hopefully save you some angst along the way. I’ll share the 5 types of impostors and a few quick tip to overcoming this common feeling of intellectual self-doubt.Dr. Valerie Young found these subgroups in her book The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women.· Perfectionist· Superwoman/Superman · The natural genius. · Soloist · The ExpertSign up for the Reinvention Road Trip Newsletter:Imposter Syndrome0:00 - Introduction Quotation0:16 - Podcast Introduction1:00 - Episode Introduction2:18 - Jes’ 1st Encounter with Imposter Syndrome4:15 - Feeling like a Fraud5:12 - The Exit from GE6:07 - Imposter Syndrome & The Five Types of Imposters7:49 - The Perfectionist8:28 - The Superman/woman9:02 - The Natural Genius9:45 - The Soloist10:22 - The Expert10:48 - Five Types Summary11:58 - Tips for Overcoming Imposter Syndrome12:09 - Get Honest13:35 - Help from a Superstar Friend16:01 - Focus on Facts not Feelings17:31 - Know that Sometimes being an Outsider is Normal19:14 - Know your Highlight Reel22:16 - Fake it Until You Make It23:08 - Do away with If-Then Statements26:00 - Closing28:35 Outro If you would like more information, you can find all things reinvention at JesAverhart.com where you can join the Reinvention Road Trip.Mentioned Specifically in this Podcast:The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women by Dr. Valerie Young Goal Digger Podcast by Jenna Kutcher
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