Episode #51 The FONK

March 25, 2020

This week I’m introducing you to the FONK! You’ve heard of FOMO – the fear of missing out. The FONK is also a fear. But instead of being the fear of missing out, this is the fear of not knowing. The FONK is a common cause of stress and anxiety in many a high achiever and a serious hindrance to their personal and professional growth.

But it doesn’t have to be this way. In this episode, I share my tips and strategies for overcoming the FONK so you can feel less anxious about important meetings, presentations, and interviews and respond to questions you don’t know without losing credibility. Here’s what’s coming up:

The FONK as Imposter Syndrome’s annoying little sister
7 questions that will help you discover if you have the FONK (short video)
8 strategies for overcoming the FONK

Mentioned in this podcast:

Episode #11: The Discomfort Zone
Episode #1: Imposter Syndrome

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