Overcoming Insecurities on My Journey to Becoming a Social Media Influencer
Becoming a social media influencer can feel like an exciting yet daunting journey. While the idea of sharing my passions and building a community was inspiring, insecurities often crept in—fear of judgment, comparison, imposter syndrome, and self-doubt. If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself before hitting “post,” you’re not alone. Here are some ways I am overcoming my insecurities and stepping confidently into becoming a social media influencer.
Why did I want to become a social media influencer? At first, I just wanted a hobby. Something for me to do that was just mine. This quickly changed as I began to build my community. I found that I enjoyed creating content and a healthy and fun environment for others to be entertained.
I knew that I would never feel 100% ready to start this journey and waiting until I was completely confident would only hold me back. I had to act in order to grow. The more I created content, the more comfortable I became. I accepted my nervous and insecure feelings and did not let them hold me back.
I had to learn not to compare myself to other influencers and remind myself that everyone started with zero followers. It was easy to look at other influencer pages and think, “I will never be able to do those kinds of videos or be able to connect with people.” I had to change that mindset and tell myself, I could do anything I set my mind to. And I did!
Perfection is an illusion. I am very authentic. What you see is what you get. My followers connect with me because I keep it real.
I am a huge fan of constructive criticisms. My friends and family helped me by reviewing my content on my social media platforms and then giving me advice on how I could improve. This type of support helped me find my niche and build my brand.
Consistency builds confidence. The more I posted, engaged, and put myself out there, the less intimidating it became. Over time, what once felt scary became second nature.
My voice, perspective, and creativity matter! I pushed past the self-doubt I had and I hope I will be able to inspire others to start their journey and they will be able to find their voice, perspective, and creativity like I have.