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The Amy Porterfield Show

#592: What Does A 10% Edge REALLY Mean & Are You Overthinking It?

The Amy Porterfield Show

Amy Porterfield

Entrepreneurship, Business, Marketing

4.95K Ratings

🗓️ 25 July 2023

⏱️ 22 minutes

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Summary

How to deal with imposter syndrome when you’re teaching other people Have you ever questioned whether you’re qualified enough to teach a digital course? Or worried that your students might already know all the good stuff. As an online educator, I’ve felt this way many times -- and it’s something that I still have to consciously work on, even 14 years into my business. The truth is, I know I don’t need to be years ahead of my audience to make an impact -- I just need what I call a 10% edge. In other words, I only need to know a little bit more than them, and be a little bit further along in my journey. And because not too long ago, I was exactly where many of my students are today, I remember what it was like. I’m able to empathize with their struggles even better and recall experiences in more detail.  In this episode, I’m diving into what having a 10% edge really means, and how I deal with imposter syndrome when I start to doubt myself. You’ll hear:  How to embrace your 10% edge and feel confident sharing it with the world Different ways you can reframe your imposter syndrome when it shows up Why it’s actually ok to struggle for answers (& how it helps in the long run) Real-life stories of how I’ve overcome feeling like I don’t know enough  This is a great listen for anyone that’s ever dealt with imposter syndrome -- so pop in those earpods and press play on this insightful episode.  Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "I love Amy and Online Marketing Made Easy." <-- If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people -- just like you -- move toward the online life and business that they desire. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

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When you're just a few steps ahead of your students, those that you serve,

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you remember what it was like to be in their shoes,

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and you can empathize with their struggles.

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You've been there. Since you've recently been there,

0:16.0

like you've recently been where they're at,

0:18.0

you can provide them with the guidance and the support that they need

0:22.0

in order to take the very next step in their journey.

0:30.0

I'm Amy Porterfield, ex-corporate girl,

0:32.0

turned CEO of a multi-seven figure business,

0:36.0

but it wasn't all that long ago that I lacked the confidence,

0:39.0

the budget, and the time to focus on growing my small,

0:44.0

but mighty business. Fast forward past many failed attempts

0:48.0

and lessons learned, and you'll see the business I have today.

0:51.0

One that changes lives and gives me more freedom

0:55.0

than I ever thought possible.

0:57.0

One that you still only exist has a daydream.

1:01.0

I created the online marketing-made Easy Podcast

1:03.0

to give you simple, actionable, step-by-step strategies

1:07.0

to help you do the same.

1:09.0

If you're an ambitious entrepreneur or one in the making

1:12.0

who's looking to create a business that makes an impact

1:15.0

and a life you love, you're in the right place, friend.

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