What is the one thing stopping you from pitching that dream sponsor, asking for the salary you deserve, or finally launching your digital course? For a lot of us, it’s imposter syndrome. In this episode of Podcasting Unlocked, we speak with 'Tine Zekis about the beautiful and practical approach to overcoming imposter syndrome. 'Tine shares her journey of launching her show, making a business pivot, and finding powerful ways to use self-talk and affirmations to achieve income elevation. This week, episode 239 of Podcasting Unlocked is all about how to beat imposter syndrome!Today’s guest is ’Tine Zekis—educator turned software engineer, international speaker, award-winning author, the powerhouse behind Getting Black Women Paid, and YOUR Audacity Coach. As a career and business coach, she helps mid-career Black women grow their income and impact—whether through bold career moves or purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Some of her clients have doubled their income from just ONE negotiation. Get ready—because she’s here to help you claim what’s already yours.In this episode of Podcasting Unlocked, ‘Tine Zekis is sharing the importance of recognizing and interrupting negative self-talk and actionable steps you can take right now to be genuine while adapting to different environments and prioritizing core values..‘Tine and I also chat about the following: <ul><li>Imposter Syndrome is the Block: The primary barrier stopping you from asking for what you deserve—whether it’s a sponsorship, a better salary, or audience engagement—is often the feeling that you are not worthy or good enough.</li><li>Affirmations for Action: Use intentional self-talk and affirmations not just as feel-good phrases, but as practical tools to change your core beliefs and motivate productivity and action.</li><li>The Power of the Business Pivot: Do not be afraid to change your business model or podcast format if your old way of doing things is leading to burnout or not aligning with your deepest values.</li><li>Lower the Bar to Entry: Consider creating a coaching or service model (like 'Tine's "pocket coaching") that makes it more affordable and accessible for clients to get consistent support without the pressure of weekly, high-cost calls.</li></ul>Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on turning your podcast listeners into leads and to hear even more about the points outlined above. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Podcasting Unlocked at <a href='https://galatimedia.com/podcasting-unlocked/'>https://galatimedia.com/podcasting-unlocked/</a>  CONNECT WITH ‘TINE ZEKIS:<a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinezekis/'>LinkedIn</a><a href='https://www.instagram.com/tinezekis/'>Instagram</a><a href='https://www.youtube.com/@GettingBlackWomenPaid'>Getting Black Women Paid podcast</a><a href='https://www.gettingblackwomenpaid.com/'>Website</a> CONNECT WITH ALESIA GALATI:<a href='https://www.instagram.com/alesia.galati/'>Instagram</a><a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/alesia-galati/'>LinkedIn</a><a href='https://galatimedia.com/podcasting-questions/'>Work with Galati Media! </a><a href='https://galatimedia.com/alesia'>Work with Alesia 1:1</a> LINKS MENTIONED:<a href='https://calendly.com/tinezekis/income-elevation-discovery-call?month=2025-10'>Book an Income Elevation Discovery Call with ‘Tine</a><a href='https://www.gettingblackwomenpaid.com/pocket'>Pocket Coaching with ‘Tine</a> Proud member of the <a href='https://feministpodcasterscollective.com/'>Feminist Podcasters Collective</a>.

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