580: The Hidden Belief Blocking High Performers: "I'm Not Good Enough"

580: The Hidden Belief Blocking High Performers: "I'm Not Good Enough"

Author: FirmsConsulting.com & StrategyTraining.com August 25, 2025 Duration: 54:56

Why do even the most successful executives and management consultants secretly struggle with the belief that they're not good enough?

 

In this conversation with Josh Davis, PhD (psychology & neuroscience, Columbia University, NLP trainer) and Greg Prosmushkin (trial lawyer turned entrepreneur), we unpack:

  • Why top leaders and consultants battle with imposter syndrome

  • How invisible mental models shape every decision and client interaction

  • Why strategy, frameworks, and technical skill aren't enough if this belief goes unchallenged

  • Practical NLP tools to shift your mindset, reframe limitations, and lead with confidence

  • How to communicate with influence by understanding someone else's mental model

 

Whether you're leading a strategy engagement, preparing for a board presentation, or positioning yourself for partnership, this discussion reveals how to break through limiting beliefs and unlock executive presence.

 

Key Takeaways for Executives & Consultants

  • The real cost of "I'm not good enough" in leadership roles

  • Why curiosity and modeling are underused tools in consulting

  • How small language shifts transform client influence and team leadership

  • A proven process for reprogramming your internal dialogue

 

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The Difference That Makes the Difference: NLP and the Science of Positive Change

 

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