Overcoming Comparison and Imposter Syndromes
October 11, 2021
If you're just starting out as a COPreneur you might find yourself dealing with Comparison or Imposter Syndrome. Don't let these falsities hold you back from experiencing the success you deserve with your business. In this episode of the COPreneur Path Podcast, I'll share my personal story of Imposter and Comparison Syndrome and explain the underlying issue which can lead to these mindset challenges. And then I'm going to tell you exactly how you can overcome both of these debilitating mindsets barriers.
Get all links, resources and show notes at https://leo2ceo.com/copreneur-path/055
If you're just starting out as a COPreneur you might find yourself dealing with Comparison or Imposter Syndrome. Don't let these falsities hold you back from experiencing the success you deserve with your business. In this episode of the COPreneur Path Podcast, I'll share my personal story of Imposter and Comparison Syndrome and explain the underlying issue which can lead to these mindset challenges. And then I'm going to tell you exactly how you can overcome both of these debilitating mindsets barriers.
Get all links, resources and show notes at https://leo2ceo.com/copreneur-path/055
I help companies who market products and services related to law enforcement or the military, or are in the hunting & fishing, dignitary security, private security, and private investigations industries.
As a former 15-year law enforcement veteran, deputized US Marshal, law enforcement administrator, lover of hunting and fishing, and enthusiast of all things tactical, I know how to speak yours and your customer's language.
Web/Social Links
Get all links, resources and show notes at https://leo2ceo.com/copreneur-path/055
I help companies who market products and services related to law enforcement or the military, or are in the hunting & fishing, dignitary security, private security, and private investigations industries.
As a former 15-year law enforcement veteran, deputized US Marshal, law enforcement administrator, lover of hunting and fishing, and enthusiast of all things tactical, I know how to speak yours and your customer's language.
Web/Social Links
- Podcast Website: https://leo2ceo.com
- Business Website: https://storywebcreative.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-wills-5b564190/
- Email: adam@leo2ceo.com
Highlights
- [00:49] Welcome to Episode 55!
- [01:57] What is Imposter Syndrome, and where do we see it on our COPreneurial journey?
- [03:07] My Imposter Syndrome story.
- [07:50] What I finally realized is that I was using my Imposter Syndrome as a crutch.
- [09:49] Cops have the skills that can be transferred over to business, but it can be hard to recognize this.
- [12:41] What is Comparison Syndrome, and where do we commonly see it show up?
- [14:04] There is no reason to compare yourself to others because you probably just do not have the same skill set yet.
- [ 14:59] Instead of being envious of other's success figure out how to reverse engineer it, reach out for advice.
- [17:10] Hack a successful marketing funnel by figuring out what is working for those you want to emulate.
- [20:25] The underlying fear that drives Imposter and Comparison Syndrome.
- [21:16] You can conquer this fear by defining it first.
- [21:46] Skill stacking will give you the confidence to overcome any fear.
- [24:13] More time does not make better decisions, more information does.
- [25:22] Find a community and resources like LEO2CEO to help support your journey.
- [25:41] Do not seek but be found.
Resources Discussed/Links
- https://www.LEO2CEO.com - A resource for cops who want to start their own business.
- Marketing Made Simple by Donald Miller
- Business Made Simple by Donald Miller