A simple solution if you’re suffering from imposter syndrome

Is it just my imagination or is the topic of imposter syndrome being discussed everywhere these days?

Perhaps it’s the stress and insecurity of these COVID days or the new pressure to perform on so many social media channels, but there has been a lot of content on this topic lately.

Imposter syndrome refers to an internal experience of believing that you’re not as competent as others perceive you to be. It usually means you feel less worthy in social and public situations. Perhaps you may feel paralyzed to show up in an authentic and meaningful way.

The other day, I experienced an individual with the most severe case of imposter syndrome imaginable. I was able to help him and perhaps this advice will help you, too.

Imposter syndrome paralysis

I have a place on my site where anybody can sign up for an hour of my time. It doesn’t cost much and I provide this as a way to help people from around the world work through a dizzying array of business problems. It’s actually a lot of fun for me — an intellectual challenge!

Recently, I encountered a young man who was absolutely paralyzed by self-doubt. He dreams of being a marketing consultant and spends endless hours reading books and listening to podcasts…