Leah O'Connell

Ep 29: Discovering your strengths, why client love isn’t enough, and the impact of support with Lydia Fine

You likely have passion and excitement to create beautiful photos, but have you ever found yourself working behind the computer and thinking what the heck am I doing? Imposter syndrome is so real in the world of entrepreneurship and creativity, and the impact of a supportive guide goes totally underrated – till you’ve seen what it does for yourself.

Today’s guest is Lydia Fine. Our conversation circles around this idea of imposter syndrome with a sprinkle of support and the value of education and mentorship. Lydia is actually a student of mine and we’ve worked together in mentoring several times, so she shares a little bit about that experience and the unique gap that one-to-one mentoring filled for her in her personal and professional growth.

Lydia grew up as a farm girl, she earned a marketing degree and an MBA, and she has two kiddos with her husband. She runs Apollo and Ivy Photography focused on families, seniors and newborns.

podcast interview graphic with Lydia Fine about imposter syndrome and the role of mentoring as a family photographer

// Topics we discuss : Impostor syndrome, mentoring, and more //

The difference between affirmation in the formal workplace vs entrepreneurship
How affirmation and lack thereof affects us (and clients loving their photos isn’t the same thing!)
The reasons Lydia reached out to me for coaching and how it was the missing link in her growth
Different types of education she recommends looking to for specific problems
The role of coaching in confidence building through risk assessment
The questions that helped Lydia uncover her strengths
When it’s time to invest in one to one or group coaching and when you’re better served with things like courses
The value of slow growth
How to choose the right coach for you