
In this week's edition: Is That Really You?
My brilliant, talented, accomplished friend reached out to me for support as he vulnerably shared that he was scared about a presentation he was giving to a large client of his. He texted, “I’m terrified and have serious imposter syndrome kicking my ass.” I wasn’t surprised although most who know him would be. All they see is his seemingly effortless ability and savant-like talent when it comes to helping others find the right words to brand themselves in the most positive way. He can cut through the noise in others’ heads that keep them confused and stops them from acting. He hears a voice audible to only him that tells him what, at that moment, would be of most benefit to hear. His doubt wasn’t surprising because all through our almost 30-year friendship, he felt like an imposter because his very behaviors and talents people raved about were so natural, he felt he couldn’t take credit for them. He has built a business where he averages $20,000+ per month per client and he sometimes feels he is undeserving because the expectations are easy for him to meet. In his heart, he knows he has earned it; it’s his head that is the problem, as most of us can relate.
Access past editions of The Zen Speaker's newsletters below:
May 2023
May 12, 2023 - Is That Really You?
April 2023
April 21, 2023 - Shhh…it’s a secret
April 12, 2023 - Regrets, I've Had A Few
March 2023
March 30, 2023 - What’s Wrong with an Evening Practice?
March 24, 2023 - Do You Know Who I Am?
March 16, 2023 - The Unexpected Consequences Of Living Your Purpose
March 2, 2023 - My Reaction Shocked Me…
November 2022
November 4, 2022 - Can Kindness Replace Boundaries?
August 2022
August 18, 2022 - Who Was It and What Did They Do?
July 2022
May 2022
May 27, 2022 - Love Letter to Emerson
February 2022
February 11, 2022 - See Your Way to Success
January 2022
January 28, 2022 - Will You Let PowerPoint Go in 2022?
November 2021
November 5, 2021 - What Are You Tolerating?
October 2021
October 22, 2021 - Living Your Best (To-Do List Free) Life!
October 16, 2021 - If You Trip Over It, Skip Over It
October 8, 2021 - Experts Were Once Beginners
October 1, 2021 - Are You Limited or Limitless?
October 2021
October 8, 2021 - Experts Were Once Beginners
October 1, 2021 - Are You Limited or Limitless?
September 2021
September 6, 2021 - Finding Peace in the No
August 2021
August 26, 2021 - The Power of Affirmations
August 18, 2021 - The Truth Will Set You Free
August 7, 2021 - Are You Listening
July 2021
July 30, 2021 - Go For The Gold
July 23, 2021 - Make A Production of Your Introduction
July 2, 2021 - How To Say Goodbye
June 2021
June 26, 2021 - The Games People Play
June 18, 2021 - Are You Hopelessly Addicted to PowerPoint?
June 11, 2021 - What If You Just Asked
June 5, 2021 - Make Time for What's Meaningful
May 2021
May 28, 2021 - May I Have Your Attention, Please?
May 21, 2021 - A Profile In Courage
May 14, 2021 - Will You Be Prepared?
May 7. 2021 - Do You Have a Green Thumb When Planting Hope?
April 2021
April 30, 2021 - Will You Win or Lose Friends With This Advice?
April 22, 2021 - What If We Stop Shoulding On Others
April 16, 2021 - Lives Are Transformed When Courage Conquers Shame