I turned 30 this year (okay fine, last year because it’s technically 2025), and for some reason, I thought hitting this milestone would magically erase all my self-doubt. Spoiler alert: it didn’t. Imposter syndrome is still here, loud as ever, and honestly, it’s starting to feel like one of those annoying red shells in Mario Kart—just when you think you’re winning, BOOM.

In this episode, I’m sharing how imposter syndrome has crept into my business and life, even when I know I’ve got what it takes. I’ll share how I caught myself spiraling in a goals meeting, why that little voice in our heads loves to sabotage us, and what I’m doing to shut it down for good (or at least try to).

Oh, and don’t worry, I’m not about to tell you to manifest your way out of it. These are real, practical tips for pushing through when self-doubt hits: writing down wins, backward engineering ideas, and just doing the damn work—even when you don’t feel ready.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re not enough or like you’re sitting on a million-dollar idea but can’t push it over the finish line, this one’s for you. Let’s keep driving—red shells be damned.

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