Beat Imposter Syndrome with this Content Hacks

Hey LinkedIn fam, String Nguyen here!

I help professionals find their authentic voice online. Now, let's talk about something we ALL experience...

Ever hit post and feel instant regret?

Your stomach drops. Your brain screams: “WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?!”

That’s the ick—the wave of self-doubt, the imposter syndrom, the cringe, the pre/post-posting panic.

I get the ick all the time, even after years of putting myself out there:

• When I spot a typo (what if people think I’m sloppy?)
• When I upload a video and hate how I look (why is my face doing THAT?)
• When I launch something new (who is going to buy this?! panic modeeee)
• When I share a strong opinion (what if everyone thinks I’m an idiot?)

Sound familiar? Good. That means you’re doing something right.

The Ick Is Proof You're Growing

If you never feel the ick, you’re probably playing too safe.

If you want to stand out, grow your brand, or get clients—you have to push through the cringe. I’ve seen it over and over:

?? A TTV member overcame her fears for video and she went from 0 to 1 milliion views.

?? Another started sharing personal stories and got great engagement. Now he wants to post more.

?? Me in 2017? I recorded my first LinkedIn video 27 times before posting. I hated my voice. My accent. Everything. Result? That “imperfect” video brought me a client.

See the pattern? Messy action beats perfect inaction.

4 Tactics to Push Through the Ick (Let's beat the imposter syndrome)

Still feeling stuck? Here’s how I get past it—every. single. time.

1. The "Good Enough" Test

Before I post, I ask: "Will this help at least one person?"

• ? If yes → Post it.
• ? If no → Refine for 5 mins, then post it anyway.
• ?? Why? Perfection doesn’t win. Impact does. The best posts are often the “imperfect” ones because they feel real.

2. The Fried Chicken Rule ??

Great content is like fried chicken—it's meant to be shared hot. If you overthink and let it sit, it gets cold, dry, and loses its magic.

Think about it: that crispy coating gets soggy when you wait too long. Your ideas work the same way—they're most powerful when they're fresh and sizzling with your enthusiasm.

?? Post while the idea is fresh. Don't wait until it's "perfect" (because it never will be).

3. The Power of Community

It’s easier to post when you know people have your back. That’s why The Trusted Voice (TTV) exists—to celebrate people who take action, not just think about it. Having an accountability partner help kick your ass to gear and you're not alone in this journey.

4. Reframe The Ick

You feel icky because you care. That’s not a bad thing.

The ick isn’t a STOP sign—it’s a green light that you’re doing something worth noticing.

Your Move: Post Something That Gives You the Ick

?? This week, I challenge you:

• Post the draft that’s been sitting in your notes for weeks
• Record a quick video (even if it feels awkward)
• Share a personal story you’ve been holding back
• Take a strong stance on something that matters to you

Tag me when you do it. I’ll be cheering for you.

Messy action > perfect inaction. That’s where the magic happens.

And if you do post something, you owe me a fried chicken. I like korean fried chicken!

String Nguyen

Founder of The Trusted Voice

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