Conquer Imposter Syndrome and Invest Wisely with Matt Higgins

Inside The Inspired

Imposter syndrome is a shared experience amongst us. Each day presents a struggle, grappling with setbacks and aspiring to achieve goals that often elude us. Despite our commitments, implementation remains elusive.

In today’s enlightening episode, we have the privilege of having Matt Higgins, Co-founder of RSC Ventures and bestselling author of "Burn the Boats," to explore this pervasive phenomenon.

Reflecting on life-altering experiences such as cancer and divorce, Matt reveals how these challenges compelled him to reassess his identity. He advocates for vulnerability as a powerful tool for self-awareness and fostering environments conducive to personal growth.

Don’t miss out on this thought-provoking conversation!

In this episode you’ll discover:

- Self-awareness allows us to understand their patterns, strengths, and weaknesses.

- Authenticity fosters connection and allows us to feel seen and understood

- Acknowledging and embracing trauma allows for deeper empathy and insight

- The value of compartmentalization in seizing opportunities and managing emotions

- How to harness our communication skills in order to become better at expressing ourselves.

- Recognize the importance of sustained effort, feedback, and growth mindset

0:00 - Introduction and discussion about imposter syndrome

5:21 - Transition to discussing self-awareness and its importance

10:14 - Delving into vulnerability and its role in cultivating self-awareness

17:55 - Conversation about the false narrative of success on social media and embracing vulnerability

26:30 - Trauma, compartmentalization, and managing emotions

33:18 - Harnessing communicative skills

38:57 - The importance of authenticity in public speaking

40:43 - The significance of backing strong founders and identifying opportunities

48:36 - Approach to various investment techniques.

50:13 - Conclusion and book promotion

Get a copy of his amazing book “Burn the Boats”:

https://www.amazon.com/Burn-Boats-Overboard-Unleash-Potential/dp/006308886X

Connect with Matt:

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Instagram: mhiggins

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