Ep. 83: Top 5 Imposter Syndrome stories that almost made me QUIT with Kimberly Kesting
Jan 17, 2024
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Kimberly Kesting, a coach, shares her top 5 Imposter Syndrome stories and how she overcame them. Topics discussed include exploring imposter syndrome in the coaching industry, the speaker's personal journey of overcoming imposter syndrome and stepping into new identities, and the power of the Enlifted Method in overcoming imposter syndrome.
Belief in oneself and embracing new identities are crucial in overcoming imposter syndrome.
Coaching can bring freedom and empower individuals to make positive change in society.
Taking action and proving to oneself that a new identity is attainable helps in building confidence and overcoming imposter syndrome.
Deep dives
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome is a common challenge faced by coaches, as it often makes them doubt their abilities and question if they are good enough. The podcast host, Kimberly, shares her personal journey with imposter syndrome, highlighting the different stages in her coaching career where she felt like a fake or a fraud. She emphasizes the importance of believing in oneself and stepping into new identities and roles, despite the imposter syndrome. Each stage of her career presented unique imposter syndrome stories, such as being projected by her mother, feeling inadequate to teach nutrition without a clinical degree, or doubting her ability to be a fitness coach. However, Kimberly's experiences ultimately taught her that overcoming imposter syndrome requires both a belief in one's capabilities and the crafting of a new identity in line with the desired role or position.
The Power of Freedom and Impact
Transitioning from a corporate job to coaching brought immense freedom to Kimberly's life. It allowed her to have control over her schedule, income, and overall lifestyle. Through coaching, she witnessed firsthand the transformative impact she made on her clients' lives. This realization fueled her passion even further, motivating her to continuously improve as a coach. Kimberly strongly believes in the power of coaching to address the failures of traditional systems such as healthcare and education. She envisions coaching as a means to empower individuals to live healthier, happier, and more fulfilled lives. With a focus on creating a ripple effect, she encourages coaches to embrace their passion and become the drivers of positive change in society.
Believing in the Possibilities and Overcoming Obstacles
Belief and identity play crucial roles in overcoming imposter syndrome. Kimberly recounts pivotal moments in her coaching career where believing in herself allowed her to step into new identities and roles. These moments ranged from becoming a podcaster to teaching fitness classes, each challenging her imposter syndrome in different ways. She stresses the importance of taking action, completing reps, and proving to oneself that the new identity is attainable. Kimberly's journey highlights the need to push through the doubts and fears rooted in imposter syndrome, emphasizing that each stage presents an opportunity for growth and self-discovery. By facing and overcoming these obstacles, coaches can build confidence in their abilities and make a significant impact on those they serve.
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome Through Repetition
The podcast explores the speaker's personal experience with imposter syndrome and how she was able to overcome it through the power of repetition. She emphasizes the importance of doing the work and practicing consistently to build confidence and overcome self-doubt. By taking on new challenges and gaining experience, the speaker was able to change her mindset and believe in her abilities.
The Transformative Power of Language
The podcast highlights the significance of language and how it can shape our mindset and impact our self-perception. The speaker discusses the negative self-talk and imposter syndrome she experienced in her previous attempts at hosting a podcast. Through the Enlifted Method, she learned to reframe her thoughts and choose empowering language. By identifying and challenging her imposter voice, she was able to shift her mindset, embrace her capabilities, and pursue new opportunities.
You're too passionate about coaching and your job is far too important for you to quit because of a pesky voice in your own head telling you things like... "you're not good enough" or "you're a fraud."
Almost every coach we've certified in the Enlifted Method has come up against the Imposter Syndrome and today Kimberly is telling the Top 5 Imposter Syndrome stories from her own coach career, and what she did to over come them. Stick around to the end of the episode for a real time Enlifted exercise you can do for yourself plus a real time example from a workshop I hosted last week.
