Do you find that the voices in your head sometimes prevent you from doing the things you actually wanna do?

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Why it worked

The video resonates by sharing a relatable struggle with self-doubt and imposter syndrome, offering a hopeful message about growth and authenticity. The creator's vulnerability and the supportive interactions at the retreat provide a compelling narrative.

Summary

The creator reflects on overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, inspired by a retreat with CEOs. She shares how connecting with experienced leaders helped her realize the importance of authenticity and embracing uncomfortable situations for growth.

Structure

1Struggling with self-doubt and fear of judgment
2Attending a CEO retreat and feeling intimidated
3Realizing the importance of authenticity and embracing challenges
4Networking and sharing experiences with other leaders
5Gaining confidence and inspiration from the retreat

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Show of hands 🙌 Who else battles these voices in their head? #middaysquares #entrepreneur #ceo #leadership

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Do you find that the voices in your head sometimes prevent you from doing the things you actually wanna do? Last week, Nick and I were invited to a retreat for CEOs. And not only did I not know the people at this retreat, I found there, my ex, the CEO of Lindt, the CEO of Oatly, the CEO of Craig and Coke. I was intimidated. I heard the voice of every childhood bully that laughed up at me for mixing up my words or not correctly spelling. And I started to worry that people at the retreat would think I was dumb. Completely to sound right. I barely heard what anyone said to me. When I got back to my room, I told Nick about my struggles during the day. And he reminded me of something really important. That every win I've had at Mid-Day Squares has come when I'm being myself, not worrying about living up to an imaginary standard that may not be achievable. At this point in my career, I needed to stop worrying about the words I was using and just be less. So the second day, I went hard. Networked. Engaged in group talks. Shared my stories and had some great value-add conversations. I talked to a few CEOs that have been in their role for 30+ years about some of my insecurities. And they reassured me that true greatness evolves over time. That if they had been put into the CEO role only five years into their careers like me, they don't know if they'd be accomplished leaders that they are today. Being at this retreat fired me up and reminded me how is myself. MDS. Uncomfortable. Nick's analogy. You get drafted to an NHL, we haven't earned our spot on the roster yet. But we were invited to training camp. But now I wanna win. I wanna earn my 10 years of career. Of course. We were invited to training camp. But now I wanna win. I wanna earn my 10 years of career.