The Creative Minute

4 // DON'T BE CRINGE* Overcoming the Fear of Being "Cringey" on Video

Shana Yurko Season 1 Episode 4

Overcoming the Fear of Being "Cringey" on Video

Many people fear being perceived as "cringey" when making videos. This fear is a major obstacle to success in video content creation, and in this episode we're breaking down 7 different "Cringe-Factors" to help you make content that isn't "cringey."

The 7 Cringe Factors:

1. Self-Consciousness:

  • Fear of self-consciousness regarding appearance, voice, or body language.
  • Worries about how others will judge or criticize your content.
  • Tips to overcome self-consciousness.

2. Lack of Confidence:

  • Distinguishing self-consciousness from a lack of confidence.
  • Challenges faced by entrepreneurs in building video confidence.
  • Tips for boosting confidence in video content creation.

3. Fear of Being Vulnerable:

  • Addressing discomfort with vulnerability on camera.
  • Setting personal boundaries for sharing personal stories.
  • Embracing control over your content and narrative.

4. Perfectionism:

  • Striving for perfection in video content.
  • Forbes' insight on consumer preference for authenticity.
  • Accepting that videos will never be perfect and starting with imperfections.

5. Comparison to Others:

  • The natural tendency to compare oneself to confident influencers.
  • Reminding that even influencers started from the beginning.
  • Setting your own standards and avoiding self-comparison.

6. Fear of Negative Feedback:

  • The fear of receiving negative comments or criticism.
  • Taking control of who influences your life.
  • Handling troll comments and not letting them affect you.

7. Privacy Concerns:

  • Concerns about privacy and personal exposure in videos.
  • Deciding what to share and what to keep private.
  • Empowering yourself to control the content you create.
 
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
 
Snag my FREE Confident On-Camera Mini-Course >>> shanayurko.com/confident