How to overcome your imposter syndrome and silence your inner critic

Feeling like a fraud? You’re not alone! From fresh grads to CEOs, almost everyone has that nagging feeling of not being good enough. Imposter syndrome hits 70% of us at some point, making even the most confident feel like they're playing pretend. But what if we could flip the script and turn that doubt into our secret weapon for growth?

Confidence isn’t magic, it’s muscle memory. The more you take action (even imperfectly), the more your confidence grows. So, don’t wait to feel 100% ready, just start. The best confidence boost comes from doing, not thinking.

At Live London 2024, we welcomed headline speaker Amelia Sordell, Founder of Personal Branding Agency, Klowt, who showed us how we can crush imposter syndrome and thrive, even when feeling a bit “unqualified.”

Some key takeaways were:

• Everyone experiences imposter syndrome, from the boardroom to the classroom. Use that shared experience to connect, learn, and support each other.
• Self-doubt can be your biggest motivator for growth. Flip it from fear to fuel.
• Take action now! Action shrinks self-doubt. The more you do, the less you’ll worry.
• Fear of failure? It’s normal, but remember that failure is part of the process. Embrace it.
• Surround yourself with cheerleaders. Find those who lift you up when your inner critic gets loud.
• Redefine success and failure. Focus on the lessons learned, not just the win.
• Imperfect is inspiring. When you embrace imperfection, you inspire others to