Really enjoyed reading this one, and the line " ... focusing on what I could bring to the table, versus obsessing about the table..." is an excellent reality check with others suffering on and off from impostor syndrome (such as myself).
And thank you for also introducing Charlie and his Substack space. I have a new, long-term goal now: to become a member of R360 and do good at a larger scale.
This is a real WOW moment, Veronica 💪🏻 — that’s my first reaction reading your post. It gave me goosebumps, and the goosebumps are still there as I’m writing this comment.
Having lived a life where I’m almost daily or weekly in contact with top-level decision makers in government, military, and the aviation industry, as well as with elite athletes and national team coaches, this hits dead center.
I know all too well the feeling you describe. I have imposter syndrome too, which pops up often when I’m facing meetings and presentations with groups and individuals who, in the context of their jobs, are powerful professionals.
With the combination of introversion and more than a fair amount of procrastination, you’d think it would be a recipe for catastrophe.
But I have a tendency to be too much myself in meetings. I haven’t forgotten to still be “a kid,” and that can manifest — for good or bad — in pranks or jokes during meetings and official events that might have caused some unwanted outcomes.
But in almost every situation, this has been a good thing, because I’ve been my true, honest self, and never tried to be something I’m not.
People respond to that because they are the same. They are humans with similar personal worries, similar personality traits they have to handle, with the same everyday challenges we all face.
The personal trait of being genuine, transparent, and a fellow human being in every situation — and being able to share that without hiding behind a mask — is to me one of the most valuable assets we have and should nurture.
This was a lot of reflection that needed to get out, Veronica, and I hope it made sense.
Thank you for being the person you are and for sharing it so openly.
This makes me feel less alone and it normalizes our insecurities.
It's so true that people relate to those human feelings and emotions. No one is blown away be perfection because it's not relatable.
I know I totally connect with people when they are open and shrare their true selves without trying to be something they are not.
I also try to bring that across to my live sessions. I'm trying to be more myself and think less about perfect production. It helps me connect with the audience better.
Really enjoyed reading this one, and the line " ... focusing on what I could bring to the table, versus obsessing about the table..." is an excellent reality check with others suffering on and off from impostor syndrome (such as myself).
And thank you for also introducing Charlie and his Substack space. I have a new, long-term goal now: to become a member of R360 and do good at a larger scale.
I relate to this because I’ve also had moments where honesty felt risky but ended up unlocking the real connection.
"With My Accountability Partner", I lean on simple systems that keep me grounded so I can show up as myself every time.
What moment made you realize authenticity was your real advantage?
This is a real WOW moment, Veronica 💪🏻 — that’s my first reaction reading your post. It gave me goosebumps, and the goosebumps are still there as I’m writing this comment.
Having lived a life where I’m almost daily or weekly in contact with top-level decision makers in government, military, and the aviation industry, as well as with elite athletes and national team coaches, this hits dead center.
I know all too well the feeling you describe. I have imposter syndrome too, which pops up often when I’m facing meetings and presentations with groups and individuals who, in the context of their jobs, are powerful professionals.
With the combination of introversion and more than a fair amount of procrastination, you’d think it would be a recipe for catastrophe.
But I have a tendency to be too much myself in meetings. I haven’t forgotten to still be “a kid,” and that can manifest — for good or bad — in pranks or jokes during meetings and official events that might have caused some unwanted outcomes.
But in almost every situation, this has been a good thing, because I’ve been my true, honest self, and never tried to be something I’m not.
People respond to that because they are the same. They are humans with similar personal worries, similar personality traits they have to handle, with the same everyday challenges we all face.
The personal trait of being genuine, transparent, and a fellow human being in every situation — and being able to share that without hiding behind a mask — is to me one of the most valuable assets we have and should nurture.
This was a lot of reflection that needed to get out, Veronica, and I hope it made sense.
Thank you for being the person you are and for sharing it so openly.
Thank you so much, Roy.
This makes me feel less alone and it normalizes our insecurities.
It's so true that people relate to those human feelings and emotions. No one is blown away be perfection because it's not relatable.
I know I totally connect with people when they are open and shrare their true selves without trying to be something they are not.
I also try to bring that across to my live sessions. I'm trying to be more myself and think less about perfect production. It helps me connect with the audience better.
Thank you again!
Love your post! I'm slowly learning that authenticity can take us very far!!
Thank you, Krupa and yes, I have experienced that again and again and this was another lesson.
I’m so happy you liked the story!
Absolutely loved what you shared. Cheers to new ceiling and being authentically you ❤️
Thank you, Tripty, and you know that honesty is one of my values and I try to walk the talk (and write the talk too!).
I really appreciate you stopping by ❤️
And for that reason and more you are deeply appreciated❤️