Maureen continues her description of how the worldwide shutdown affects people with Impostor Syndrome, and offers simple tips for how to deal with it. 

If you're affected by Impostor Syndrome,  you probably have noticed it's intensified during the worldwide shutdown/shelter-in-place order that has dramatically changed how we life, work and relax. In this part 1 of 3 episodes, Maureen describes why that is, and what you can do about it. You'll learn you're not only not alone, but you will come out stronger on the other side.

Procrastination is one of the main symptoms of Impostor Syndrome. It stems from many things including a fear of failure, a lack of belief in one's skill, or a feeling of being overwhelmed with the complexity of a project.

Maureen Zappala describes some of the factors that lead to procrastination, especially for people who struggle with Imposter Syndrome. She also gives helpful tips for overcoming this hesitation, so you can push through and gitterdone!

Social entrepreneur, Business Coach, Harley Street therapist and happiness author Tom Fortes Mayer has built-up a world–wide reputation for his powerful work around mindest and the rapid-change tools that help people improve their lives fast. He is the founder of the FreeMind Project charity, and  Rapid-Change-Therapist training academy.

Maureen chats with Tom about instant and dramatic changes in thoughts and behaviors, what he calls "epiphany moments." He also discusses the "inner child" hesitation that contributes to self-sabotaging our own success, and is closely tied to Impostor Syndrome.

The "What if" weekend experience was a gamechanger for Maureen. Listen as she describes a small portion of why it was so impactful. Asking the simple question of "What If?" when facing your perceived limitations can expand your vision and broaden your mission, helping you truly overcome the Imposter Syndrome experience.

Jaemin Frazer of Australia is an author, TEDx speaker, and coach. He is the founder of the Insecurity Project and specializes in helping ambitious people experience deep change so that they are able to overcome internal limitations and have the life they desire. He is widely recognized as one of Australia's leading life coaches and one of the leading voices globally in dealing with personal insecurity. 

He is also the voice behind the popular ‘One minute coach’ radio segment featured on stations all around Australia, author of “Elegantly simple solutions to complex people problems, and soon to be released “Deep change – How to improve the quality of your life for good.”

In this interview, Maureen Zappala talks with Jaemin about his journey through his own Impostor Syndrome experience, and how he's developed his own strategies for helping others overcome their own limiting insecurities.

In the 1940s, NASA took on the audacious project of attempting to break the sound barrier. Most scientists assumed it was not just dangerous, but impossible. Yet, NASA prevailed. 

In the biblical story, David faced Goliath, an enemy that was assumed to be far too huge and powerful for a young, unsophisticated foe. Yet, David prevailed.

Two unlikely stories with the same outcome of surprising success. What do they have in common? And what can you learn about overcoming your Impostor Syndrome? Tune and find out.

Shawn McBride is the business nerd and long-time business attorney that focuses on changes of ownership in businesses. He works with business owners that know their business is about more than themselves to get ready for their future within the future of business through keynotes, training and personalized solutions. In furtherance of this, he hosts The Future Done Right(TM) Show where he collects, digests and gives lessons and insights on The Future of Business. 

Host Maureen Zappala talks with Shawn about his journey from CPA to lawyer to professional speaker, including his TEDx talk experience.

Host Maureen Zappala starts the new year with a challenge to not be brave, but be this instead. What's the "this"? Tune in to find out. Your Impostor Syndrome won't stand a chance when you make this shift in your mindset. 

In this episode, host Maureen Zappala interviews therapist and coach Jennny Maepaa about the brain-behavior side of Impostor Syndrome, and how changing your thoughts can release the grip of this limiting self-doubt. Learn more about Jenny at www.forwardinheels.com