{"podcast":{"title":"CMO School","slug":"cmo-school-7223344","podcast_index_feed_id":7223344,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/cmo-school/","website_url":"https://www.risewithnavi.com/podcast","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/9c842482-fabd-4da8-ad34-d1897a69c049/-FJkFcr1ENonu9kII4Vlvt-b.jpg","author":"Jessica Shirra | Fractional CMO","episode_count":55,"summary":"CMO School is the go-to podcast for marketers and Fractional CMOs ready to step into leadership, own their expertise, and build a career or business that actually works for them. Whether you're looking to elevate your skills, transition into a CMO role, or scale your Fractional business, this podcast delivers strategies, expert insights, and the mindset shifts you need to create a career you love. Hosted by Jess Shirra—a 15+ year marketing leader, Fractional CMO, and founder of Fractional CMO School—this show takes you behind the scenes on what actually works in marketing, business, and leadership. Jess has worked with powerhouse brands and creators like Lululemon, Pottery Barn, Strava, Jenna Kutcher, Lori Harder, and more—and now, she’s sharing those lessons with you. Each episode, we dive into proven strategies, practical insights, and candid conversations on topics like: How to step into leadership as a marketer and own your expertise How to confidently price your services and build a business that supports the life you want What it really takes to succeed as a Fractional CMO How to show up as a CMO for your clients, deliver powerful strategy, and lead teams effectively Lessons…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-08T08:28:36.478140+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/cmo-school-7223344"},"episode":{"title":"5 Ways to Beat Imposter Syndrome That Work Right Away","slug":"5-ways-to-beat-imposter-syndrome-that-work-right-away","published_at":"2026-05-19T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/cmo-school-7223344/5-ways-to-beat-imposter-syndrome-that-work-right-away","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/cmo-school-7223344","url":"https://www.risewithnavi.com/podcast","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e587fbac-8c0a-487a-a26e-fb2e708f63e4.mp3","summary":"Imposter syndrome is why most Fractional CMOs undercharge, second-guess their strategy, and shrink in client meetings. And the advice everyone gives you to \"work on your mindset” is great, and I'm a huge believer in it — but that takes TIME. And if you've got clients you're leading right now, you need something that works IMMEDIATELY. In this episode, we break down: 5 tips to help you get past imposter syndrome fast How to build trust with clients (even when you don't have all the answers) Why you don't need to be the expert in everything as a CMO The ONE thing that dissolves imposter syndrome faster than anything else The question I ask myself when I get stuck in my head with a client (steal it!) If you're working as a Fractional CMO and imposter syndrome is keeping you from showing up like the leader your clients hired you to be you’ll love this episode. Ready to take the next step? If you’re ready to step into the Fractional CMO role but want support as you do it, Fractional CMO School is a 6-month coaching program + community to help you confidently land high-ticket clients and build a 6-figure (and beyond) business as a Fractional CMO. 🎓 Learn More → http://www.fractional-cmo-school.com/ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Most Imposter Syndrome Advice Is Useless 01:00 You Don't Need to Know Everything 02:15 Build a Team That Fills Your Gaps 03:45 Get Behind the Curtain 05:20 Focus on Results, Not Expertise 06:50 Remember Who You're There For 08:15 The Real Way to Beat Imposter Syndrome","meta_description":"Imposter syndrome is why most Fractional CMOs undercharge, second-guess their strategy, and shrink in client meetings. And the advice everyone gives you t…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":596,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/cmo-school-7223344/episodes/5-ways-to-beat-imposter-syndrome-that-work-right-away/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/cmo-school-7223344/5-ways-to-beat-imposter-syndrome-that-work-right-away.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}