Simon* is a business advisor and consultant who was suffering from self-doubt, self-criticism and over-thinking. His imposter syndrome behaviours included procrastination, comparing and holding himself back.
Simon had delayed applying for director-level positions over the previous three years. Not only was he frustrated by his self-doubt, he wanted to understand why. He was also keen to have no regrets in the future.
Bear in mind that Simon was performing well at a very high level, had great reviews and feedback, and was highly respected in his field. A problem of imposter syndrome is that despite all this outer success, he was not feeling successful on the inside.
Here’s his experience of going through the Inner Success programme…
“When we went into lockdown back in March, I found myself in a situation where I had some extra time on my hands to do some reflection. All my busy commutes came to a standstill, and after much thought, I pursued Tara’s Inner Success programme.
Imposter syndrome was something that I knew potentially lurked within me, so to speak – I had spent too much time self-doubting with a sense of not feeling good enough. Work on my “inner game” seemed to be a good move for me, being naturally reflective. I had a general sense that there was something more to come from me, and that I needed some help and techniques to get there.
Inner Success appealed, as it had structure and a timeframe and Tara’s general approach very much put me at ease from the onset, and she absolutely cares and invests in her “imposters”
So the first couple of weeks went smoothly and gave me reminders, honed into the psychological aspects of imposter syndrome, success and encouraged good habits and self-care.
The exercises gave me insights into many aspects of my relationships and how others communicate, moments of profound enlightenment too. The programme is not easy if you do it right! Tara guided and coached me on track to optimise my learning and growth.
It tested me at times; I could feel the personal growth and a sense of being unblocked too. The freedom that could come from this enhanced layer of self-awareness minus the self-doubt was happening in real-time.
The belief-changing exercises that Tara introduced me to in this programme have been fundamentally life-changing. I managed to let go of emotions from setbacks and I reframed so much of the natural part of growth and being challenged.
Professionally, personally and what happened to my circumstances during and after Inner Success?
Measurably impactful! Oh my, yes! Matters that were mountains have been addressed by getting the help I needed for my business to flourish and accepting that assistance instead of beating myself up for not fitting everything in to my schedule.
I’ve had some great new projects come to fruition since and opportunities seem to be everywhere I look. Most importantly, this art of self-acceptance, putting myself first and finessing a new kind of Emotional Intelligence that’s steeped with self-worth and compassion.
I can’t even remember what I was like before I started Tara’s programme. It was not an easy process, redressing and reframing a lifetime at points. Everyone around me saw my growth as I undertook this.
It was great, and I’m doing great too.”
Imposter syndrome behaviours of hiding opinions and avoiding new roles went from a high score of 9/10 down to zero. That is, the pattern had disappeared completely. He literally forgot to doubt or criticize himself.
Simon has since decided to step into a head of industry role, he is excited by the challenge and free from self-doubt.
*Name changed for confidentiality.
