Excellent post! I wonder, though, how far down ‘the path’ you have go before you realize ‘this is not for me, it was never for me, and I knew it when I started this uncomfortable journey?’
I’m struggling with a new job. The learning curve is steep. The struggles keep me anxious. Awake at night. I’m trying mightily to practice the Stoic philosophy. But it’s a real struggle
By the way, having imposter syndrome doesn’t help either.
Hey Mohan, glad you liked the post! These are all great questions.
In my experience an indicator of knowing when you need to stop something is when it’s not working, and you have absolutely zero interest in continuing to pursue it .
An example of this is I started taking some cyber security courses and with a little bit of time realized I had no interest in it at all. So I went back to what I do now and started taking some marketing courses and absolutely loved it.
I struggle with imposter syndrome as well. The key is to realize that imposter syndrome is just an indicator that you are growing. With every new level in life, you will experience a level of imposter syndrome.
The way to overcome imposter syndrome is to work hard and put in the reps.
Alex Hormozi says it best, he says: “outwork your self doubt”
I’ve struggled with these issues before in previous jobs. I truly believe it’s the imposter syndrome rearing its ugly head. Of course, I’m genetically disposed to exhibiting anxiety in these cases probably because I expect so much of myself. Developing clear goals and establishing a routine are probably important too.
I will work hard and put in the reps. I just hope my employer has the patience.
I needed these words today, thank you!
I'm so glad this could help!
Excellent article. It is well worth a second read.
Hey! Thanks John 🙏
Excellent post! I wonder, though, how far down ‘the path’ you have go before you realize ‘this is not for me, it was never for me, and I knew it when I started this uncomfortable journey?’
I’m struggling with a new job. The learning curve is steep. The struggles keep me anxious. Awake at night. I’m trying mightily to practice the Stoic philosophy. But it’s a real struggle
By the way, having imposter syndrome doesn’t help either.
Issac, Thanks and you have a great week and upcoming weekend!
Hey Mohan, glad you liked the post! These are all great questions.
In my experience an indicator of knowing when you need to stop something is when it’s not working, and you have absolutely zero interest in continuing to pursue it .
An example of this is I started taking some cyber security courses and with a little bit of time realized I had no interest in it at all. So I went back to what I do now and started taking some marketing courses and absolutely loved it.
I struggle with imposter syndrome as well. The key is to realize that imposter syndrome is just an indicator that you are growing. With every new level in life, you will experience a level of imposter syndrome.
The way to overcome imposter syndrome is to work hard and put in the reps.
Alex Hormozi says it best, he says: “outwork your self doubt”
Issac, Thanks!
I’ve struggled with these issues before in previous jobs. I truly believe it’s the imposter syndrome rearing its ugly head. Of course, I’m genetically disposed to exhibiting anxiety in these cases probably because I expect so much of myself. Developing clear goals and establishing a routine are probably important too.
I will work hard and put in the reps. I just hope my employer has the patience.
Thanks for your uplifting words!
If they're a good employer they'll understand.
You're not alone with the anxiety.
I struggle with shyness, anxiety, overthinking, and imposter syndrome.
It's quite a roster.
But I am glad this could help.
Have a great rest of your week, Mohan.