# 123: How To Overcome The 5 Types Of Imposter Syndrome

Fiction Writing Made Easy

Savannah Gilbo

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🗓️ 2 January 2024

⏱️ 20 minutes

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“Try learning new skills and then putting what you learn into practice right away, because, at the end of the day, you can only really learn through doing anyway.” - Savannah Gilbo

Is imposter syndrome holding you back from writing a novel? Here are the EXACT action steps you can take right now to combat your feelings of self-doubt, inadequacy, and fear—and to overcome imposter syndrome for good. Here’s a preview of what’s included:

[01:28] What exactly is imposter syndrome? How can you conquer it?

[06:18] How overindulgence in work can drain the creativity and enjoyment from crafting a novel and may even jeopardize your relationships.

[11:06] Overly independent writers tend to reject assistance or input from others, even when it is necessary, out of the fear of being perceived as incompetent.

[14:13] Writers who believe that continually reading more craft books, enrolling in additional training, or rewriting the opening chapter repeatedly, might eventually amass enough knowledge to create a flawless novel.

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0:00.0	Hey there, exciting news. I'm hosting a five day challenge to help you get your ideas out of your head and onto the page.
0:06.1	It's called, unlock your story and during the challenge I'll walk you through how to develop the four foundational elements of a working story idea, a plot that hooks interest,
0:14.6	a protagonist with a compelling goal, conflict with high stakes, and a theme with heart.
0:18.9	I've taken everything I've learned from coaching hundreds of writers and channeled it into this five day challenge
0:24.1	to help you take action. By the end of our five days together you'll have three important things,
0:29.1	an engaging logline, a supportive community, and the confidence to start writing. So whether you're an
0:34.3	aspiring writer looking for clarity around how to get started or a more seasoned
0:38.5	author looking for a more efficient way to develop your next idea I want you to come join me in this challenge.
0:44.4	It runs from January 10th through January 16th, and it only costs $47.
0:49.4	Yep, that's right, $47.
0:51.6	So if you want to join me or learn more head over to Savannah Gilboe.com
0:55.6	forward slash challenge. One more time that's Savannah Gilboe.com forward
0:59.7	slash challenge. I hope to see you there. I want you to stop trying to learn all the things simply for the sake of hoarding knowledge for comfort.
1:08.0	Try learning new skills and then putting what you learn into practice right away.
1:13.2	Because at the end of the day, you can only really learn through doing anyway.
1:17.0	Welcome to the Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast.
1:22.8	My name is Savannah Gilboe and I'm here to help you write a story that works.
1:27.0	I want to prove to you that writing a novel doesn't have to be overwhelming.
1:30.6	So each week I'll bring you a brand new episode with simple, actionable, and step-by-step strategies
1:36.0	that you can implement in your writing right away. So whether you're brand new to writing or more of a
1:40.5	seasoned author looking to improve your craft, this podcast is for you.
1:44.4	So pick up a pen and let's get started.
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