The Inner Critic is the main source of our biggest blocks to perform at our best. Fortunately, there are simple and effective ways to banish the inner critic in order to do our best work as contributors, collaborators, and leaders. First, you’ll discover the three mental power tools that you already possess to stop the inner critic in its tracks. Then you’ll learn methods for dealing with the fear of being judged and criticized, how to transform highly critical self-talk into that of approval and encouragement, and ways to feel like your ideas are good enough and stop committing “ideacide.” By the end, you’ll have a roadmap of how to get unstuck, do your best work, and channel your creativity as a force for positive change in the world.

1. Unblock Creativity and
Amplify Your Impact
Denise Jacobs • Product Tank Tbilisi
Online • 27 May 2020

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3. WHAT
BLOCKS US?

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Success stories and
best practices
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gvahim/10455956145/

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But…a LOT is
happening
right now
https://www.flickr.com/photos/corneveaux/3248566797/

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VUCA
volatility
uncertainty
complexity
ambiguity

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FUD =
Fear
Uncertainty
Doubt
https://www.flickr.com/photos/tom_lin/3193080175/

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Our inner critics
Photo source: Flickr

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Affects thinking
https://www.flickr.com/photos/falequin/8443342362/

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The inner critic is a huge blocker
http://www.flickr.com/photos/richardwinchell/130344669/

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Mind &
perception
management
https://www.flickr.com/photos/anieto2k/15675189976/

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Creative & innovative thinking

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Lead powerfully
https://www.flickr.com/photos/newamericanleadersproject/6959863273/

15. CREATE A
WHOLE NEW
MINDFRAME

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Product
Management
takes a LOT
https://www.mindtheproduct.com/2011/10/what-exactly-is-a-product-manager/

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Impostor syndrome runs rampant
among Product Managers

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Inner critic gets stronger as we
take on more leadership roles

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We can
control what’s
going on in
here
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tiarescott/3211540197/

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We have (mental)
Power Tools
http://www.flickr.com/photos/techshop/2832912619/

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Neuroplasticity
https://www.flickr.com/photos/arselectronica/13994747444

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A ention & Focus
https://www.flickr.com/photos/77654185@N07/8428225936

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Mindfulness
http://www.flickr.com/photos/eldave/3065425105/

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Shift Focus
L E T ’ S D O T H I S :
https://www.flickr.com/photos/mazakar/2777932633/

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Self-Compassion
https://www.flickr.com/photos/samanthasteele/3983046067/

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Self-Compassion Template
C R E AT I V E D O S E :

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Silence self-doubt, unblock your
creativity, and do your best work
https://www.flickr.com/photos/jeronimooo/9640105244/

28. RECLAIM
YOUR BRAIN
& STOP SELF
SABOTAGE

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My basketball team

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Where’s
Denise?

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( “I’m going to be a disappointment.” )

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“Your brain is like a
supercomputer, and your
self-talk is the program it
will run.”
- Jim Kwik, Founder of Kwik Learning and SuperheroYou

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Beware:
ANT a ack!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/binux/2495709841/

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ANTs =
Automatic
Negative
Thoughts
http://www.flickr.com/photos/binux/2495709841/

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Thoughts on replay
https://www.flickr.com/photos/lifethroughjournals/37465392494/

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Your thoughts
aren’t true
http://www.flickr.com/photos/emayoh/4589881812/

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Think Like A Scientist
C R E AT I V E D O S E :

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Imposition
Mentality
https://www.flickr.com/photos/bethscupham/7328405210

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Word Choice
creative dose:

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Say This, Not That
C R E AT I V E D O S E :
“I choose to/I get to”
“I want to”
“I will/I decide”
“When can I?”
“I have to”
“I ought to”
“I should”
“I must”

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Became a strong player

43. OWN
YOUR
EXPERTISE &
UNBLOCK
CREATIVITY

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A visit creates
an opportunity

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The semblance of calm

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( “Am I as good as I hope I am?
What if I’m a fraud?” )

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Feel like an impostor?
https://www.flickr.com/photos/neogabox/4251913740

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More outcomes
Photo: Dense Jacobs

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Don’t see
ourselves clearly

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Women are more
susceptible

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As are
Product
Managers and
creatives
https://www.mindtheproduct.com/2011/10/what-exactly-is-a-product-manager/

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There’s paradox
with impostor syndrome
http://www.flickr.com/photos/x1brett/2279939232/

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Remember the Impostor Syndrome Paradox
C R E AT I V E D O S E :
You will only experience impostor
syndrome when you are
competent and skilled.
(re-read this as many times as necessary.)

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THIS!!
https://expertenough.com/538/the-expert-enough-manifesto

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Are you commi ing
“ideacide”?
http://www.flickr.com/photos/allyaubryphotography/2443089993/

56. – B R U C E N U S S A U M , C R E AT I V I T Y I N T E L L I G E N C E
“Creativity is about recognizing pa erns and seeing
connections.”

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You’ve got great creative ideas
http://www.flickr.com/photos/bcymet/3564484236/

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Kill the culture of
“ideacide”

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What’s in the box?
L E T ’ S D O T H I S !

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“Your negative self-talk is the
No.1 barrier to success.”
– Sara Blakely, Founder of Spanx

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Inner Critic = Self-talk gone awry
https://www.pexels.com/photo/thinking-environment-depressed-depression-54377/

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Self-talk Reboot
Creative Dose:

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Self-distancing
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Keeping_the_ball_in_their_court,_Marine_coaches_teach_kids_sports,_values_121103-M-
OB827-069.jpg

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Talk yourself through it
C R E AT I V E D O S E :

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It worked!

66. STEP INTO
YOUR POWER
& AMPLIFY
YOUR IMPACT

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A new mind-frame
& reclaimed brain
https://www.flickr.com/photos/arselectronica/13994747444

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Transformed Self-
Creative Dose:

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Unblocked creativity
https://pixabay.com/en/paint-makeup-cracky-girl-cosmetics-2985569/

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Step in your power

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Continuous improvement
http://static.ipaustralia.com.au/store3/10/78/1078354.1.high.jpg

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Unreasonable
standards
http://www.flickr.com/photos/diepuppenstubensammlerin/7648792510/

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Excellence≠Perfection
Creative Dose:

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Satisfice It
C R E AT I V E D O S E :
https://www.flickr.com/photos/sleepyvalley/3650673328
SASTIFICE =
SUFFICIENT + SATISFACTORY

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What would you be able to do with a
banished inner critic?
https://www.flickr.com/photos/rvm_71/5011353192/

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“If I didn’t have an Inner Critic, I would…”
L E T ’ S D O T H I S !
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Before_I_die_I_want_to_write_an_album._(6123412737).jpg

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Didn’t believe it
possible
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mahalie/276780530/

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A toolbox
https://www.pexels.com/photo/construction-work-carpenter-tools-3327/

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Show up stronger
in this new era

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Step into your power
and change the world with your creations
https://pixabay.com/en/colors-bravery-brave-accomplish-2203720/

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Tons more
tools in the
book

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My courses on LinkedIn Learning
Go to
linkedin-learning.pxf.io/DeniseJacobs

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DeniseSlides.com

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