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Today’s Juice

• Overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome as an entrepreneur

• Two podcasts featuring successful entrepreneurs discussing their struggles with self-doubt

Let me paint a picture for you:

Imagine a person, strong and muscular, standing about 6 feet tall, with hands as wide as Shaquille O'Neal's.

Yet, they still tremble at the thought of facing an amateur.

What could be causing this?

Self-doubt!

Yes, my friend, self-doubt.

Society often romanticizes the "never give up" attitude.

We frequently hear about success and phrases like:

• "Work hard"

• "Outwork the others"

• "You sleep when you die"

But what about those who struggle with self-doubt?

They may be working hard, but if they can't overcome the imposter syndrome within, they will always feel like they're falling short.

The biggest dream killer is self-doubt, not laziness, unhealthy competition, or comparison.

It's self-doubt.

Unfortunately, our society tends to neglect it, and this is a significant problem.

You can't tap into your full potential when you constantly harbour self-doubt in your mind.

It's not rocket science, but it just can't happen.

Self-doubt is insidious.

It creeps in slowly, and before you know it, it has taken root.

Once it's there, it's hard to shake off.

It can make you question everything you do, second-guess your decisions, and ultimately hold you back from achieving your goals.

The truth is, self-doubt is not a sign of weakness.

It's a natural part of the human experience.

The good news is that it's something that can be conquered.

It takes time, effort, and a willingness to be vulnerable, but it can be done.

The first step is recognizing that self-doubt is a drawback.

It's easy to blame external factors for our lack of success, but often, the biggest obstacle is ourselves.

Once you've acknowledged that self-doubt is a problem, you can start taking action.

One strategy I recommend is what I call "rewire."

Rewiring, as the word suggests, involves reframing your thinking.

Instead of focusing on your flaws and shortcomings, try to shift your focus to your strengths and accomplishments.

It can also be helpful to talk to someone you trust.

Often, just sharing your thoughts on self-doubt with someone else can help you gain perspective.

Remember, a problem shared is half solved.

Another key strategy is to take small steps toward your goals.

When you feel overwhelmed by self-doubt, it can be tempting to give up altogether.

But if you break down your goals into manageable tasks, you can build up your confidence as you progress.

At first, it may seem daunting to overcome self-doubt, but it's a process that must be embraced if you seek growth.

Master patience and perseverance, and you can outsmart the imposter within and achieve your dreams.

Two podcasts featuring successful entrepreneurs discussing their struggles with self-doubt

1. The School of Greatness: Episode 116, Lewis Howes interviews Marie Forleo, a successful entrepreneur and life coach.

   Forleo talks about how she used to struggle with self-doubt, but she was able to overcome it by learning to believe in herself and her abilities.

2. The Tim Ferriss Show: Episode 460, Tim Ferriss interviews Gary Vaynerchuk, a successful entrepreneur and social media influencer.

   Vaynerchuk talks about how he used to struggle with self-doubt, but he was able to overcome it by focusing on his strengths and taking action.

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