Elayne Fluker, author and podcast host, discusses topics such as deserving success, pursuing one's calling, and the impact of external factors on self-worth. The chapter challenges the misconception of 'having it all' and explores the reasons why people hesitate to ask for help.
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Seeking support is crucial for both business success and personal well-being.
Let go of comparisons with others and focus on comparing yourself to your own past self.
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The Importance of Seeking Support and Defeating the 'I Got It' Syndrome
Elaine Fluker discusses the significance of seeking support and overcoming the 'I Got It' syndrome. She emphasizes that success is not achieved by doing everything alone and encourages listeners to embrace the idea of getting support from mentors, masterminds, coaches, or therapy. Elaine stresses that support is not only crucial for business success but also for mental and emotional well-being. She reminds individuals that it is their responsibility to step into their calling and aspire to greatness in all areas of life, emphasizing the importance of receiving support along the way.
Debunking the 'Self Made' Myth and the Dangers of Comparison
Elaine Fluker debunks the notion of being 'self made' and highlights the dangers of comparison. She explains that the idea of achieving success completely on one's own is a myth perpetuated by society and social media. Elaine encourages listeners to let go of comparisons with others and focus instead on comparing themselves to their own past selves. She highlights the importance of understanding that people's social media portrayals are not necessarily indicative of their real experiences, and that a pretty picture does not define one's worth or personal journey.
The Power of Asking for and Accepting Support
Elaine Fluker emphasizes the power of asking for and accepting support in achieving success. She addresses common reasons why ambitious women resist asking for help, such as defensiveness, defiancy, and feelings of defeat. Elaine explains that asking for support and receiving help is not a sign of weakness, but rather a key to success and personal growth. She suggests joining masterminds, seeking mentors, and embracing accountability groups as effective ways to receive support and enhance performance. Elaine also introduces the 'HELP' acronym, representing the steps to take when asking for help: Have it all doesn't mean doing it all alone, Make an empowered ask, Live the question and let go of the how, and Believe in the possibilities.
From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant.
Elayne Fluker is the author of the new book Get Over 'I Got It, host of the Support is Sexy podcast for women entrepreneurs, and founder of SiS.Academy.
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