Ep 16: Impostor Syndrome is a positive thing; my conversation with Mado Hesselink
In this interview with my friend, Mado, we talked about Impostor Syndrome and she surprised me with a super amazing twist on this idea. Are you ready for it --- that Impostor Syndrome is a positive thing. I love it! We approached examples from so many angles and her perspective was amazing. You’re going to love this interview
Key Takeaways:
(02:10) A little bit about Mado.
(08:20) How Mado got into the business side of yoga.
(12:00) Mado discusses the moral integrity of both business and yoga.
(13:30) Mado talks about yoga teachers and their discomfort with the word "marketing".
(14:50) Amanda & Mado discuss being comfortable with being uncomfortable when you first start out telling people what you do.
"Learning about business can actually support, enhance and magnify the power of yoga" -Mado
(20:05) Having imposter syndrome is a good thing!
(22:00) Amanda and Mado discuss why imposter syndrome is positive and the mindset shift to make yourself realize it's not a bad thing.
(22:49) A tip when you feel like someone is giving you praise that is unwarranted: turn it back around on them, give them a compliment.
(25:40) Amanda and Mado discuss the other type of feeling of imposter syndrome that comes when you're by yourself - not being directly complimented by someone.
"If you listen to people at the highest levels of every single field - they all come up against discomfort." - Mado
(28:28) Imposter syndrome around pricing.
(32:20) Focus on connection, communication building relationships - then people will be more understanding of your rates and pricing.
(36:00) Amanda discusses how most yoga teachers won't charge certain prices until they've taken certain training - but the reality is, that training still won't help you be more comfortable with the marketing side.
(40:06) How to embrace and be in a relationship with imposter syndrome.
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