10 Indicators You’re Leveling Up, Not Falling Behind

Episode 275 of The Business Development Podcast flips the script on imposter syndrome, showing why it isn’t a red flag but a clear indicator that you’re leveling up. Kelly Kennedy unpacks why this feeling shows up right before your biggest breakthroughs and why it’s actually a compass pointing you toward growth and success.

In this episode, you’ll uncover 10 powerful indicators that prove you’re on the right path, plus practical strategies to reframe self-doubt into fuel. From anchoring in your wins to shifting your focus toward service and taking action anyway, this conversation will help you embrace imposter syndrome as a guiding light on your journey.

Key Takeaways:

1. Imposter syndrome isn’t a red flag — it’s proof you’re stepping into new levels of growth.

2. Feeling out of place usually means you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be.

3. The greatest breakthroughs often happen right after the loudest self-doubt.

4. Self-doubt shows you care enough to measure yourself against excellence.

5. Being nervous is a sign that the stakes are meaningful and worth pursuing.

6. When opportunities start coming to you, it’s a signal of your rising influence.

7. Growth requires shedding old strategies that no longer fit your current level.

8. The louder your inner critic gets, the brighter the spotlight on your success.

9. Confidence is built through action — moving forward proves you belong.

10. Borrow belief from others until your own confidence catches up.

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