Podcasts about imposter syndrome

Dr. Sian Proctor grew up the daughter of a NASA hidden figure, with the stars in her sights until a pair of glasses at age fourteen seemed to close the door on her dream of becoming a military aviator. She kept reaching anyway, pursuing a career in geoscience and science communication, coming agonizingly close to NASA selection before receiving a rejection that sent her life in a different direction. In this episode, Dr. Sian Proctor talks about the long, winding road from that childhood dream to becoming the first Black woman to pilot a spacecraft; hitting a low point after a painful divorce; and the unexpected creative awakening that ultimately launched her to space. And once she got there, she did what she's always done: made art. Chapters: 00:00.360 Welcome to She Pivots 02:10.280 A NASA Legacy and Childhood Dreams 06:30.800 From Science to Education: Finding a New Path 08:09.440 The PhD Journey: Overcoming Obstacles 18:56.148 NASA's Rejection: A Turning Point 25:14.800 An Astronaut on Earth 31:13.840 COVID, Creativity, and Space Postcards 34:54.760 The Winning Ticket: A Fateful Announcement 40:28.440 Training and Launch: A Dream Realized 42:29.800 Creating Art in Zero Gravity 44:59.560 The Transformative Power of Earthlight 46:52.719 Pivoting Again: Professor, Astronaut, Artist 47:57.320 Low Point to Launch 49:51.719 Closing Thoughts 50:57.559 Podcast Credits Keep up with Space Poet on Instagram @drsianproctor and her website ​​https://space2inspire.art/ Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a pivot story, leave us a rating (it really helps!), and share this episode with a woman in your life who you think needs a little inspiration. She Pivots is a podcast created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight influential women voices, share stories of bold career moves, and inspire women with interviews about career reinvention and how personal pivots can redefine professional success. Join our Substack community! Subscribe here for exclusive content and to connect with other pivoters: shepivots.substack.com Learn more about the inspiring women in our pivoter community by following us on instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast, and check out our website shepivotspod.com for resources and updates. She Pivots is proud to be an iheart podcast.Support the show: https://www.shepivotsthepodcast.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#151: On today's episode, President of Peanut and former Bumble executive Michelle Battersby joins the podcast for an honest conversation around ambition, imposter syndrome, motherhood, and the pressure women feel to choose between building a successful career and building a family.Michelle opens up about helping scale Bumble, launching and later selling her company Sunroom, navigating the mental health challenges that come with entrepreneurship, and learning to trust herself through seasons of uncertainty. The girls unpack purpose, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, societal expectations placed on women.Michelle opens up about her own healing journey— navigating motherhood and the narratives she had to rewrite as she entered the new season.The girls get into:self-worth and tying your identity to achievementhow we can move through imposter syndromeconfidence, self-doubt, and learning to trust yourselfentrepreneurship as a mental health journeyidentifying the voice of self-trust versus self-doubthow fear keeps us trapped and prevents us from reaching our potentialbuilding Bumble and launching female-first platformsdouble standards women face in business, leadership, and successthe pressure women feel to choose between motherhood and ambitionWhy 86% of women believe motherhood will negatively impact their careersmaternal loneliness, women's mental health, and the support systems women desperately needfertility decisions, abortion, family planning, and career timingnavigating pregnancy while building a careerwhy women are still penalized for motherhood in ways men aren'tthe systems and societal structures that make balancing career and family so difficultwhy the conversation shouldn't be "can women have it all?" but rather "why is it so hard for women to have it all?"challenging outdated narratives around motherhood, ambition, and identitywork-life balance and redefining what it means to "have it all"building a life that feels aligned, meaningful, and authentic& MORE!This episode is for anyone navigating imposter syndrome and anyone lost searching for purpose in their 9-5 job. This episode is also for women who are struggling with the idea of motherhood— anxiety around fertility decisions and entering the next chapter of life.CONNECT BELOW:follow Michelle herefollow Peanut hereCONNECT with HAN:follow Han herefollow HOW I SEE IT herefollow Han on Substack herewatch HOW I SEE IT on YouTube hereshop the podcast merch herework with Han: howhanseesit@gmail.com00:00 – Introduction02:32 – Realizing she wasn't passionate about her career04:49 – The intuition that changed her life07:53 – Self-worth, achievement, and identity10:29 – Is it wrong to tie your worth to what you do?11:16 – Different seasons of ambition and success11:42 – Fulfillment vs external achievement12:30 – Challenging gender roles through Bumble14:42 – Why Michelle is drawn to controversial conversations16:08 – Launching Sunroom and challenging societal norms18:55 – Double standards for women in business and leadership22:20 – Imposter syndrome and self-doubt22:55 – Entrepreneurship as a mental health journey24:38 – Luck, opportunity, and taking action26:20 – Learning to trust your intuition28:43 – Different forms of bravery29:00 – Identifying the voice of intuition versus fear31:46 – What would partial success look like?37:14 – Why 86% of women believe motherhood will hurt their careers38:07 – Unlearning beliefs around ambition and motherhood39:17 – Navigating pregnancy while building a company41:00 – The systems that make balancing career and family difficult43:35 – Fertility decisions, abortion, and career timing45:10 – Is there ever a "right time" to have children?51:08 – The pressure to "bounce back" after motherhood54:10 – What society gets wrong about motherhood1:04:15 – Rock bottom, ChatGPT tarot cards, and finding clarity

We went to this year's Hotwife  Palooza in Tucson! And the event itself was amazing! Great staff, friendly attendees, well organized. Yet we found ourselves questioning, from a purely personal perspective, if we belonged in that environment. Listen to find out what we mean! Get bonus content and support the show at https://patreon.com/frontporchswingers Start your peptide journey with your free consultation call at https://revitaglowmeds.com Try Shivers gummies and get 15% off! Use code FPS at https://shivers.store Try Kasidie FREE for a month! Click on the Kasidie banner at https://frontporchswingers.com  

What if the biggest barrier holding you back during a career or identity transition isn't your skills, but how you're communicating who you are becoming?In this episode, communication trainer and TEDx organizer Ana Denis explores why moments of reinvention (whether in midlife, after moving countries, or changing careers) create deep communication challenges. She reveals how our shifting quietly shapes how confidently (or hesitantly) we express ourselves, and why many people feel like “frauds” when stepping into a new professional chapter.Discover how to communicate with clarity and confidence even when your professional identity is still evolvingUnderstand the hidden emotional and identity layers that affect everyday conversationsMove past imposter syndrome by reframing experience and taking practical action in your new directionListen to the full episode to learn how to communicate your evolving identity with authenticity and confidence during times of personal and professional change.˚KEY POINTS AND TIMESTAMPS:01:43 - On Reinvention, Communication, and Starting Over08:50 - Why Midlife Triggers the Search for Meaning11:09 - The 3 Hidden Layers of Every Conversation14:17 - Why Identity Shifts Make Communication Difficult18:05 - Confidence, Imposter Syndrome, and Feeling Like a Fraud23:49 - Practical Ways to Build Confidence in a New Direction28:57 - Cultural Conditioning and the Fear of Reinvention33:05 - The Fear of Judgment When Changing Identity35:09 - Why Supportive People Matter During Reinvention˚MEMORABLE QUOTE:"What I was struggling with was just giving myself permission to change instead of holding onto the past."˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Ana's website: https://anadenis.com/˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

Being of service might be the key to quieting both arrogance and self-doubt.Arrogance, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome all share the same root: a focus on self. Steph breaks down how fear and insecurity quietly drive so much of our self-centered behavior, and why a culture built around "me" leaves people feeling more isolated, not less. The shift happens when we turn our attention toward serving others, building community, and showing up for the people around us. That's where real growth, stronger relationships, and better teamwork start to take shape.In this episode you'll discover:The connection between arrogance, self-doubt, and imposter syndromeHow fear and insecurity drive self-focused behaviorsPractical ways to shift focus from self to othersThe role of humility and community in personal growthYour takeaways:All three traits, arrogance, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome, are rooted in a focus on selfFear and insecurity are the underlying drivers of self-focused behaviorsShifting focus from self to serving others can improve your relationships and teamworkChapters00:00 Introduction to the Journey of Self-Reflection01:20 Exploring Arrogance, Self-Doubt, and Imposter Syndrome07:17 The Impact of Self-Focus on Society08:54 Shifting Focus: From Self to Service12:11 Embracing Growth Through Self-Examination

Had an AHA or Insight? Share it:Alice Kao on daily authorship, childhood trauma, and six climbing gyms.When Alice Kao was three years old, her mother walked out the door carrying two large suitcases and did not turn around. When she was fourteen, her mother dropped her off alone in America near a school with some cash and left. Alice spent the next thirty years running a story about what that meant , that she was not smart enough, not pretty enough, not worth staying for. That story became the engine. It drove her through surviving alone as a teenager in a country where she did not belong, through a devastating heartbreak in Hong Kong, through building Sender One Climbing into six locations across Southern California and raising six million dollars from 115 community investors.Then she found out the way she interpreted her story was dead wrong. The facts were not what she had believed for thirty years. The wound was real. The story was not.And the voice that generated it is still there every single morning. It still wants to tell that story.If you have ever woken up and felt the weight of a story you cannot shake,  the one that says you are not smart enough, not ready, not worth the room you are about to walk into , this episode is the one you need to hear. Because Alice did not heal the wound. She built a daily discipline around deciding what it means. Every morning she chooses who is at the keyboard through authorship and it is the most underrated business skill a founder can develop. Write your own story.In this episode we go into the phone call that broke the story open, the morning practice Alice has built around narrative authorship, and why imposter syndrome does not have to be gone before you can build something extraordinary.About Alice KaoAlice discovered climbing while living and working in London in 2008, following a difficult breakup. She was inspired by the healing and self-discovery that climbing brought her, which led her to co-found Sender One in 2011 upon returning to the United States with her business partners.Alice hates following rules but loves rallying people to believe in an idea.  She wears her heart on her sleeve and is not afraid to cry in meetings.  She was born and raised in Taiwan and moved to the US when she was 14.  Alice's superpower is her ability to ask for help relentlessly, because no one has all the answers!Connect with Alice KaoWebsite | LinkedIn_____________________We appreciate you, thank you for listening. Let us know in the comments what resonated in this episode, we want to hear from you. Leave a comment, like, share with one person who needs to hear the message our guest shared. Take our QUIZ and find out what your talent is worth in this market:  What's Your Talent Worth (http://WhatsYourTalentWorth.com)Follow us on Instagram:Check us out on Tik Tok: Work With Us

"Ich bin eigentlich gar nicht gut genug dafür." "Die tun mir doch einen Gefallen." "Wenn die wüssten, wer ich wirklich bin..." Diese Gedanken kennst du. Vielleicht sogar heute noch. Das Imposter-Syndrom ist kein Zeichen von Schwäche. Es ist ein Zeichen dafür, dass du einen hohen moralischen Kompass hast. Dass dir Integrität wichtig ist. Dass du dich nicht einfach durchmogelst. Sind echte Betrüger die, die sich diese Frage stellen? Meistens nicht. In dieser Folge spreche ich mit meinem Mann Mike über mein neues Buch "Heute hör ich auf zu zweifeln" und darüber, wie das Imposter-Syndrom unser Leben im Verborgenen steuert. Warum Perfektionismus oft kein Qualitätsanspruch ist, sondern Schutzschild. Warum wir uns aufreiben, obwohl wir nachts um drei Uhr wach liegen und nicht wissen, wie wir das alles schaffen sollen. Warum wir uns verstellen, je nach Raum, je nach Mensch und dabei vergessen, wer wir eigentlich sind. 70% aller Menschen kennen Imposter-Gedanken. Du bist also nicht allein. Und du bist auch nicht das Problem. Was du in dieser Folge bekommst: die fünf Imposter-Archetypen, einen ersten Selbstcheck und konkrete Strategien, wie du aufhörst, dein eigenes Leben von der Seitenlinie aus zu beobachten – und endlich wieder mittendrin bist. Es muss nicht perfekt sein. Es muss nur ehrlich sein. Der Link zu meinem neuen Buch: https://amzn.eu/d/0darvMTo

On this re-release episode of 2 Minutes of Motivation, Kristel Bauer shares a practical tip to help you build credibility, strengthen your confidence, and navigate power imbalances more effectively. Learn about the concept of imposing syndrome, how it can hold you back, and a simple mindset shift that can help you show up with greater confidence and impact. Tune in now! Key Takeaways From This Episode: Tip to boost credibility and navigate power imbalances Explore Having Kristel Bauer speak at your next event or team meeting. https://www.livegreatly.co/contact  Pre-Order Kristel's Book Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business, November 19th 2024) About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to "Live Greatly" while promoting leadership development and team building.   Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine and she has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC, and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Buy Kristel Bauer's book, Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business, November 19th 2024) Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rach tackles the common experience of imposter syndrome, noting that roughly 70% of people will struggle with feeling like a fraud at some point in their lives. Rather than speaking from personal experience, she shares four principles she believes have helped her avoid it. Throughout the episode, Rachel argues that imposter syndrome stems from outsourcing self-worth to other people's judgments, and she encourages listeners to shift their focus inward, measure progress against their own growth, and recognize that they are not imposters—they are simply people in the ongoing process of becoming. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of God-Led Business, you'll discover how imposter syndrome is not the enemy of your calling; it's actually the tool God is using to form you into the woman He created you to be, and how storytelling is the key to finally clarifying your message and communicating it with confidence. Christian podcaster, speaker, best-selling author, and TikTok influencer Melissa Hughes joins Stefanie Gass to talk about the real experience of feeling unqualified for your God-given calling and why that feeling might be the most important signal you've ever received. If you've ever wrestled with self-doubt as a Christian entrepreneur, wondered if your message is clear enough to attract clients, or wanted to become a better communicator without losing your faith in the process, this conversation was made for you. Melissa and Stefanie unpack how to navigate imposter syndrome as a Christian woman in business, why storytelling clarifies your niche and deepens your connection with your audience, and what to do when doubt gets loud and you want to give up on your calling. Melissa has been featured on The Kelly Clarkson Show, NBC, and has built a platform of over 250K followers on TikTok... and she still fights the same battles you do. Her honesty and wisdom will stay with you long after the episode ends. If you're a Christian woman entrepreneur looking to grow a podcast, build a God-led business without social media, find your message, or finally step into the calling that won't leave you alone, this episode is your permission slip. I pray this blesses you! Ready to Make Consistent Income From a Podcast?  Join my 5-Day Profitable Podcast Bootcamp! I'll show you how to create a podcast that makes steady income on autopilot—without relying on social media. 

In our June throwback episode (and in honor of Immigrant Heritage Month), we're revisiting our conversation with Marin Gonzalez about leadership, self-doubt, and the challenges of building a successful team.  Martin shared with us his experience as both an immigrant and an entrepreneur, offering a candid look at how he overcame imposter syndrome, navigated uncertainty, and ultimately helped create organizational cultures where people could thrive.  We loved the vulnerability, insights, and practical lessons Martin brought to our conversation, and we hope it inspires you to solve problems and find greater fulfillment in your professional life.  Topics  [5:58] Introduction and Speed Round [10:16] What is a bonfire moment? [14:02] Why soft skills are more important than soft skills [17:54] Leadership styles and their impact on success [22:37] Common start-up traps [32:10] Startup myths, leadership, and best practices [41:11] Overcoming blind spots and insecurities in leadership [46:43] Imposter Syndrome and gender stereotypes [55:04] Productivity, creativity, and music preferences [1:01:14] Grooving Session: Leadership, emotional intelligence, and scaling business ©2026 Behavioral Grooves Links  “The Bonfire Moment - Bring Your Team Together to Solve the Hardest Problems Startups Face” by Joshua Yellin and Martin Gonzales About Martin

Today, I interview sisters and business partners Amy and Nancy Harrington, who both grew up shy and spent years navigating environments that made it hard to be heard, until they decided to leave their high-powered Hollywood careers and build something that could give other women the voice they had to fight for themselves.Amy rose to vice president at Warner Brothers at 27, often the youngest and only woman in the room, quietly doing the work while men took the credit. Nancy built a solitary graphic design business for nearly two decades to avoid the very rooms that made her shrink.Together, they built The Passionistas Project Sisterhood, a global community that gives women from marginalized backgrounds the space, support, and platform to finally be heard.__________________Sisters and business partners, Amy and Nancy Harrington are the co-founders of The Passionistas Project Sisterhood, a global community for passion-driven women, especially from marginalized backgrounds, to find support, purpose, and empowerment. After leaving high-powered careers in Hollywood, where Amy worked on major films like Harry Potter and The Matrix, and Nancy created Academy Award campaigns, they now use their platform to uplift others. Through their Power of Passionistas Women's Summit podcast, number one international bestselling anthology book, Awakening Your Power, writing mentorship program, and online global community, they give a voice to women who often don't feel seen and heard.__________________Find Amy and Nancy here:Website: https://www.thepassionistasproject.com/Community: https://www.thepassionistasproject.com/membershipFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePassionistasProjectLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-passionistas-project/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepassionistasproject/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/PCPassionistasFree Download: https://www.thepassionistasproject.com/30-days-journalSupport the showI'm Dr. Doreen Downing and I help people find their voice so they can speak without fear. Get the Free 7-Step Guide to Fearless Speaking https://www.doreen7steps.com​.

Did you know that at one point in our lives, 70% of people experience Imposter Syndrome or now called Imposter Complex/Phenomenon. And P.S., 75% of executive women have experienced it. I've had many highly successful and motivated Type A female clients come to me wanting to be “fixed.” I always give them the same answer. This is not an on and off switch. There is no fixing. This is a process of unlearning and relearning, of noticing and reframing, and reconnecting to your body. It's using your tools when the inner critic strikes, because it will. Inner critic is simply a sign that you are leveling up and facing fear. I know easier said than done, but you can manage it. As Maya Angelou says, “When we know better, we do better.”During my conversation with guest, Jessica Wright, we talk about knowledge that we can arm ourselves with when managing on our inner critics. During the show, Jessica and I chatted about:What Positive Intelligence and the Saboteurs are.The benefits of knowing our Saboteurs and how we find out ours. If the Saboteurs remain consistent or if they can change over time.We chatted about what Jessica and my top Saboteurs are and how they show up. How does all of this relate to the inner critic and why knowledge is power. Here is more about Jessica:Jessica Wright, an ACC-credentialed Life & Career Development Coach, helps new and emerging leaders build confidence, lead with purpose, and create a lasting legacy...without sacrificing their personal lives. Because leadership isn't actually about proving yourself in the hard times. It's about support. It's about clarity. It's about helping people feel seen, heard, and connected to the mission.With a Master's degree in Transformational Leadership, Jessica helps leaders navigate the pressures of their roles, overcome burnout, and empowers them to redefine success on their own terms. Jessica is also the host of Illustrating Leadership Podcast and the creator of the Illustrating Leadership Summit.When she's not coaching or podcasting, you can find Jessica chasing down her naughty dachshund, seeking out her next cup of coffee, or starting a crafting project that she may or may not eventually finish.You can reach her at jessicawright.online.If the Brave Women at Work Podcast has helped you personally or professionally, please share it with a friend, colleague, or family member. And your ratings and reviews help the show continue to gain traction and grow. Thank you again!If you haven't downloaded one of my freebies on my site, check them out on bravewomenatwork.com. I have 5 Ways to Managing Your Imposter Syndrome, 34 Leadership and Career Affirmations, and 10 tips to Win Your Next Negotiation. Download one or them or all three!If you also have a story to share and a deep desire to become an author, please contact me at hello@bravewomenatwork.com. I am happy to share the details on the project.

Warum wissen wir oft genau, was wir tun sollten und schaffen es trotzdem nicht, es umzusetzen? In dieser Folge spricht Gina mit Corina über ein Thema, das aktuell überall auftaucht und trotzdem oft missverstanden wird: das Nervensystem. Corina hat sich intensiv mit der Polyvagaltheorie, Nervensystemregulation und der Verbindung zwischen Mensch und Pferd beschäftigt und dazu sogar ein Buch geschrieben.Gemeinsam sprechen sie darüber,- warum Wissen allein oft keine Veränderung bewirkt- wie sich Nervensystem-Muster bereits in der Kindheit entwickeln- weshalb Trigger nicht „einfach weggehen“- was der Unterschied zwischen Aushalten und Halten ist- warum viele Selbstständige ständig unter Strom stehen- weshalb Erfolg für manche Menschen genauso beängstigend sein kann wie Misserfolg- und wie sich Nervensystemarbeit auf Business, Pferde und Alltag übertragen lässtAußerdem geht es um Imposter-Syndrom, Preisangst, Social Media, Selbstständigkeit, ADHS, Perfektionismus und die Frage, warum persönliche Entwicklung oft tiefer geht als reine Strategie.Zum ⁠PferdeBusinessZirkelZu Corina

Joel McHale (Community, The Soup) joins us this week for a conversation that is exactly what you would expect and then some. Joel talks about stepping into Scream 7 as a replacement, the improvised insults he threw at Jeremy Allen White on The Bear, and the Robin Williams scene in Merry Frigging Christmas that nobody saw but still makes him emotional. We also get into his sons' brutal ego checks, why he spirals when he slows down, and what it felt like to weep with his kid in the stands at a Seahawks game. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/inside and get on your way to being your best self

Show Summary:    Mudita Khurana — Tech Lead at Airbnb and the person who always says, “I got this” No Password Required Season 7: Episode 6 - Mudita Khurana   Mudita Khurana is a Tech Lead for Automated Tooling and Vulnerability Management at Airbnb, where she focuses on building modular, scalable security systems in an era of rapidly evolving AI threats. Before Airbnb, she spent nearly a decade in security roles across Accenture, Meta, and PwC, making bold career pivots along the way, including turning down a PwC return offer to join Facebook's product security team. In this episode, Mudita shares her journey from a family of doctors in India to Carnegie Mellon and into the heart of Big Tech security. She discusses what it means to thrive as a non-traditional engineer in a deeply technical field, why she stepped back from management to get closer to the work, and how she thinks about building security tooling that won't be obsolete in three months. Jack Clabby and co-host Kayley Melton, recording live from Tampa B-Sides at the University of South Florida, talk with Mudita about imposter syndrome, AI's curveballs for security teams, leadership without a leadership title, and the importance of community in staying on top of a field that never stops moving. She also reflects on what great mentorship looks like early in a career and why clarity, ownership, and consistency are the leadership qualities she keeps coming back to. In the Lifestyle Polygraph, Mudita firmly plants her flag in the Harry Potter universe as Hermione, explains why Deadpool doesn't qualify as a superhero, debates gym vs. nature as a reset strategy, and reveals her dream remote work base: a high-altitude Buddhist mountain town in the Himalayas.   Follow Mudita on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muditakhurana/     In this episode: Mudita shares her unconventional path into cybersecurity, highlighting the importance of mentorship and curiosity (0:25 - 1:37) The significance of mentorship, especially Vandana Verma, in her career development (2:26 - 4:00) Transition from management to technical IC roles and why staying close to technical work matters (9:29 - 10:23) The influence of her education at Carnegie Mellon and how it broadened her problem-solving skills (6:23 - 7:41) Navigating imposter syndrome and embracing challenges as growth opportunities (3:26 - 5:29) How AI is changing cybersecurity strategies—building modular, layered systems for agility (15:31 - 16:26) The importance of community, trust, and consensus in cybersecurity decision-making (17:06 - 17:47) Mudita's favorite places for remote work and balancing planning with spontaneity in travel (23:01 - 24:13) Her personal approach to wellness, exercise, and resets during busy days (21:32 - 22:36) Her unique perspective on superhero characters, favorite places, and cultural roots (18:54 - 19:36, 25:19 - 26:21) Timestamp Highlights: (00:25) Mudita's 10-year journey into cybersecurity starting from India (02:26) Mentorship's critical role in her growth and her admiration for Vandana Verma (09:29) Transition from management back to technical roles and why staying close to the work matters (15:31) How AI fosters layered, modular security systems for faster adaptation (17:06) The importance of community and trusted information sources in security (21:32) Reset routines—gym versus nature hikes—and staying grounded during busy days (25:19) Leh, Ladakh: Mudita's ideal remote work location nestled in Himalayan beauty Resources & Links: Vandana Verma - Influential mentor in cybersecurity ThreatLocker - Supporter of this podcast Cyber Florida – The Mother Ship

In this practical, thought-provoking episode of Negotiating Happiness, host Adriana is joined by Brittney Ashley of Creative Dynamics to kick off a four-part series on artificial intelligence and the future of work. Together, they break down what AI actually is (and what it isn't), why it suddenly feels “everywhere,” and how it's been evolving for far longer than most people realize. With a clear, non-hype approach, Adriana and Brittney unpack common myths, explain key terms in plain language, and share real-world examples of how AI already shows up in everyday life and small business operations—helping listeners understand the basics so they can make confident decisions, avoid shiny-object distractions, and identify where AI can genuinely save time, reduce friction, and support better service. They also set the foundation for the rest of the series by introducing the bigger themes they'll return to—organizational structure, leadership and change management, and responsible, ethical use—so you leave with both clarity and a grounded starting point for exploring AI in a way that aligns with your values and goals. Who is Brittney? Brittney is an enthusiastic multi-passionate entrepreneur on a mission to revolutionize the business game. With the work landscape changing at warp speed, it's high time we team up to make our dreams a reality. Beyond the business hustle, Brittney is a proud Metis mama with a bundle of experience in diverse sectors (yep, including tech), a certified Business Coach (ACC Accredited) and an Imposter Syndrome coach. Creative Dynamics started as a passion project, aiming to empower fellow moms to work from home. It evolved when Brittney spotted a gap in finding rock-solid team players. Picture Creative Dynamics as your full-service boutique-style crew, spread across Canada to supercharge business owners. At Creative Dynamics, their values are simple: dedication, reliability, and an unwavering commitment to learning, all in the name of tending to business needs. Don't worry if you can't tune in live — you can always catch up later on SoundCloud or other platforms. So mark your calendars and join us for an inspiring conversation! Follow me on all streaming platforms or keep up with additional posts on Instagram and Facebook!

Looking to escape the 9-to-5 grind and build true wealth? In this episode of the Jake & Gino Podcast, we sit down with Jens Nielsen, who immigrated from Denmark in 1996 and successfully transitioned from a 25+ year IT career to full-time real estate investing and high-performance coaching. Today, Jens is a direct owner or General Partner in over 2,000+ apartment units and 100,000+ square feet of industrial assets valued at over $250M. Discover how Jens started with a single $117,000 fourplex in Albuquerque, ran out of his own money, and used creative financing, joint ventures, and syndication to scale a massive commercial real estate portfolio. He also breaks down his recent pivot into industrial real estate, explaining the massive benefits of Triple Net (NNN) leases and small-bay flex spaces. As a Certified High Performance Coach, Jens also dives deep into the 5 pillars of success (Clarity, Energy, Courage, Productivity, and Influence) and shares how a near-fatal mountain bike crash completely shifted his perspective on taking immediate action in life. If you want to decouple your time from your income, master your entrepreneurial mindset, and learn how to navigate today's shifting real estate market, this episode is a must-watch!

Are you charging enough in private practice, or does guilt keep getting in the way? In this episode, Gordon is joined by Bianca Hughes, LPC, therapist, speaker, mentor, and founder of Authentically BU and the Soulful Clinician Collective. Bianca shares how she moved from hospital work into private practice and the mindset shifts that helped her build a career that feels aligned, sustainable, and authentic. Gordon and Bianca talk about money mindset, imposter syndrome, marketing, confidence, and why therapists need to see themselves as both clinicians and business owners. Bianca also shares why it's important to respect the value of your license, ask for help, find community, and do your own personal work along the way. If you've ever struggled with charging your worth, owning your value, or building a private practice without burning out, this conversation is for you. Resources Mentioned In This Episode  Subscribe to YouTube Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Consulting with Gordon The PsychCraft Network Follow us on Instagram Meet Bianca Hughes Bianca Hughes, LPC is a therapist, speaker, mentor, and founder of Authentically BU and the Soulful Clinician Collective. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia with more than 10 years of experience, Bianca is passionate about helping ambitious mental health clinicians build careers that feel aligned, authentic, and sustainable. Known as a "Soul Aligner," Bianca guides newer clinicians through the challenges of licensure, job searches, salary negotiation, confidence, and career clarity. Through heart-centered community and mentorship, she helps therapists move beyond uncertainty and create a path that honors both their professional goals and their true selves. Bianca has built a thriving private practice rooted in her values, proving that clinicians do not have to chase hustle culture to be successful. Her work has earned recognition, including Richmont Graduate University's 2024 Alumni of the Year award, and she has spoken for conferences and organizations, including Amazon. She has also hosted two podcasts and appeared on more than 37 podcasts as a trusted voice in the mental health field. Therapy Website Instagram LinkedIn Threads Soulful Clinician Collective Website Threads Instagram YouTube Free Quiz

This week's segments: 1. Party Chemistry / Knowing Your Role 2. Homebrewing "Imposter Syndrome" 3. Draft of Video Game Worlds for D&D Campaigns Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TotalPartySkill/home to get access to PDFs of our homebrew and see uncut video from the podcast! Plus, bonus content exclusive only to patrons! Subscribe for more weekly Dungeons & Dragons content! And follow us on our socials for previous draft videos and to learn more about us: Gabe -- @gabespan (TikTok, Instagram) George -- @dmgeorge_primavera (Instagram, TikTok) Dylan -- @whatcha_mccollum (Instagram) Kim -- @ohkimmies.bsky.social (Bluesky) MERCH ALERT! Perfect gifts for TPS listeners...Delightful almond-scented soap that contains a full set of dice! You can get yours here: https://fantasy-scents.com/products/total-party-skill-dice-soap-dungeons-bubbles

Lucinda welcomes career and leadership coach Laura Ogilvie-Jones to explore the rising corporate phenomenon of "comparativitis" where high-performing, senior professionals secretly lose confidence due to the pressures of social media, rapid technological change, and AI.  Laura shares her insightful, values-driven coaching methods such as the North Arrow and Buzz Sheets to reveal how HR professionals can spot warning signs of fading confidence and foster environments of vulnerability to help leaders rebuild their self-assurance. KEY TAKEAWAYS High performers often project a polished professional image externally while secretly battling severe imposter syndrome and eroding confidence underneath. Constant bombardment from social media platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram pressures professionals to compare themselves to others, leading to self-doubt and second-guessing. True, sustainable leadership confidence is built not by maintaining a flawless, numeric-driven facade, but by embracing emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and self-awareness. HR can identify leaders struggling with confidence by watching for noticeable behaviour changes, such as withdrawal from opportunities, overthinking, or uncharacteristic defensiveness. BEST MOMENTS "They may well appear very confident externally... but actually underneath they might be struggling, and they might be losing confidence and having wobbles, having doubts, but they don't feel able to verbalise that." "The word I often use with my clients to talk about is 'comparativitis'. We are absolutely bombarded with images, news, communication about other people and what they're doing and how amazing they are." "When I'm working with someone one-to-one, it's the first time they've ever actually been honest, vulnerable, and authentic about what is actually going on and how they're actually feeling." "If you don't have that self-awareness, you're just, you know, blissfully carrying on." VALUABLE RESOURCES The HR Uprising Podcast | ⁠Apple⁠ | ⁠Spotify⁠ | ⁠Stitcher⁠   ⁠The HR Uprising LinkedIn Group⁠ ⁠How to Prioritise Self-Care (The HR Uprising)⁠ ⁠How To Be A Change Superhero - by Lucinda Carney⁠ HR Uprising Mastermind - ⁠https://hruprising.com/mastermind/⁠   ⁠www.changesuperhero.com⁠ ⁠www.hruprising.com⁠            Get your copy of How To Be A Change Superhero by emailing at ⁠info@actus.co.uk⁠ ABOUT THE HOST Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with 15 years in Senior Corporate L&D roles and a further 10 as CEO of Actus Software where she worked closely with HR colleagues helping them to solve the same challenges across a huge range of industries. It was this breadth of experience that inspired Lucinda to set up the HR Uprising community to facilitate greater collaboration across HR professionals in different sectors, helping them to ‘rise up' together. “If you look up, you rise up” CONTACT METHOD Join the LinkedIn community - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/⁠ Email: ⁠Lucinda@advancechange.co.uk⁠ Linked In: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucindacarney/⁠ Twitter: @lucindacarney Instagram: @hruprising Facebook: @hruprising This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. ⁠https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Support by buying me a ☕️Imposter syndrome shows up when you're trying to level up. You tell yourself that your progress is due to luck, or things that give you an advantage, instead of the actual growth you are experiencing.  It can lead to you to downplaying your wins instead of celebrating the skill you've gained.We start by breaking down what imposter syndrome actually is, then dig into how it can look in everyday life: fear of failure, fear of regret, and the pressure that comes with bigger opportunities. I share a personal story about being asked to headline a paid Juneteenth performance and how easy it was to credit the moment to who I knew instead of the work I put in, the talent I built, and the support I earned.From there, we shift into practical mindset work for personal growth and confidence. We talk about controlling your thoughts so they don't control your actions, expecting the emotional ups and downs because success is not linear, and treating discomfort as proof you're becoming the next version of yourself. If you're chasing goals in your career, business, creativity, or health, this one will help you stop self-sabotaging and start owning your progress.If this helped you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs the reminder that they're not a fraud.Support the showBecome a Supporter!

Key Takeaways From This Post In this episode of The Recruitment Marketing and Sales Podcast, Sharon Newey explores why imposter syndrome disproportionately affects the most capable recruitment business owners, what it actually costs commercially, and three practical actions you can take this week to start showing up with the authority you have already earned. You are on a call with a client you have worked with for a while. Good relationship. The conversation is going well. And then, almost as an aside, they say: “We had a really useful piece come through this week from another agency. A benchmarking report on salaries in our sector. Really timely.” They are not threatening to leave. They are not complaining. It is a throwaway comment. But something shifts. Because you know that topic. You have lived it. You have had the exact same conversation about salary expectations with four clients this month. You know what is happening in that market, why it is happening, and what businesses should be doing about it. You could have written that report. You should have written that report. But you did not. And someone else did. And now your client is talking about them on a call with you. That feeling is not a content problem. It is not a time problem. It is imposter syndrome. And it is costing your business more than you realise. The Statistic That Changes how you see This Research suggests that up to 85% of high-achieving professionals experience imposter syndrome at some point in their careers. Eighty-five per cent. That is not a niche phenomenon. That is not something that happens to people who lack confidence or ability. That is a pattern that affects the majority of people who are genuinely very good at what they do. Imposter syndrome is not evidence that you are not ready. It is frequently a signal that you are more capable than you give yourself credit for. The doubt is not a warning sign. It is a side effect of expertise. What Imposter Syndrome Actually Looks Like in Recruitment In a recruitment business, imposter syndrome rarely announces itself as imposter syndrome. It disguises itself as something far more practical. It looks like waiting until the website is ready. You know the marketing needs to happen. But the website is not quite right, so you will start once that is sorted. The website gets sorted. Then it is something else. It looks like not posting because it is not good enough. You draft something, read it back, and think: this is obvious. Everyone in my sector already knows this. So you delete it, and nothing goes out. It looks like avoiding video, permanently. You know video works. You have seen the data. But something about pressing record feels impossible, so the video conversation gets shelved for another quarter. It looks like undercharging and struggling to defend your fees. When you do not fully believe in your own authority, you drop your rate before the client has even pushed back. You discount as a reflex, not as a strategy. And it looks like watching competitors win work you know you could do better. They are not better than you. They are simply louder. They are showing up. They are saying the things you are thinking. Recognise any of that? Most recruitment directors and founders will recognise at least three of those patterns immediately. And they will have filed them under time, or priorities, or just not my thing. But that is not really what they are. Why High-Achievers are Most at Risk The people most susceptible to imposter syndrome are not the least competent. It is the opposite. The more expert you become, the more likely you are to experience it. And there is a name for this: the paradox of competence. When you are a junior recruiter, you know what you do not know. The gaps are visible and that feels appropriate. But as you become genuinely expert, your awareness of the field’s complexity increases at the same rate as your knowledge. You can see further. Which means you can also see further ahead of where you currently are. You know more, and so you are more aware of the things you do not yet know. And that awareness can feel, incorrectly, like inadequacy. There is a specific version of this that we see consistently. Many of our clients built their career inside a corporate agency. They were brilliant at what they did, and the brand gave them a platform. Candidates and clients trusted them, but some of that trust was borrowed from the institution. And then they went out on their own. Courageous, commercially smart. But it came with a hidden tax. Because now the brand is them. The credibility is theirs to build, not to borrow. And a voice surfaces that says: was it ever really me? The answer is yes. Thirty years of sector expertise does not evaporate when you hand back a corporate email address. But the voice does not always believe that, and the voice is loud. The Commercial Cost you are not Counting Imposter syndrome is not just an internal discomfort. It has a real, measurable commercial cost. And most recruitment business owners have not fully calculated it. The first cost is visibility. When you are not showing up consistently, not posting, not putting your expertise into the public domain, you are invisible to people who are actively looking for someone exactly like you. Your ideal client is on LinkedIn right now, forming opinions about who they trust. If you are not there, you are not in the conversation. Visible competitors win the work you should be winning. Not because they are better. Because they are present, and you are not. The second cost is fee pressure. Authority and pricing power are directly linked. When a client already knows who you are, has read your posts, has seen that you understand their market in a way that other recruiters do not, the fee conversation starts from a completely different position. They have already bought your expertise before you pick up the phone. When you are invisible, you are just another recruiter. And just another recruiter competes on price. We saw this play out clearly with a client who had close to thirty years in her sector. Before she started showing up consistently, she was competing on contingency terms like everyone else. Within months of building a visible presence, she was having completely different conversations. Fee negotiations became almost secondary, because clients had already bought into her expertise before terms were discussed. She went on to secure her first ever retained projects after decades of contingency work. The third cost is referrals. Referrals are generated not just by the quality of your work but by how front of mind you are. If your network has not heard from you in six months, they will refer someone else. Not because your work was not good. Because the other person was more visible at the moment the referral conversation happened. Three Things You Can do This Week These are low-risk, practical actions that genuinely move the needle. Post one piece of content about what you know, not who you are. The best content from a recruitment leader is about the market. What are you seeing in your sector right now? What are clients getting wrong? What do candidates need to understand about the current hiring picture? That is expertise sharing, not self-promotion. Start there. One post. This week. Share a client or candidate outcome. Not a polished case study. Just a moment. “We helped a client hire a head of finance last month, and here is what made the difference in the search.” Two paragraphs. It demonstrates your expertise and is built entirely from something that already happened. You are not inventing content. You are making your existing work visible. Say the thing you think is too obvious to say. Your market hears these things all the time and still makes the same mistakes. Obvious to you is not obvious to them. The insight that feels like basic knowledge inside your industry is exactly what your ideal client is waiting to read. Say it. None of these require a content strategy, a copywriter, or a professional photoshoot. They require you to decide that your knowledge is worth sharing. That is the only prerequisite. Something to Sit With Before you move on, one question worth sitting with honestly. What is the one thing you know you should be saying publicly that you have been holding back? And what is the real reason? Not the practical reason. Not the time, or the website, or the platform. The real reason. In thirty years of coaching, I have rarely met a business owner who lacked something worth saying. What I have met, time and again, are people who had everything they needed and were waiting for permission that was never going to come from anywhere external. You already have the expertise. You have earned it. The only question is whether you are going to let it stay invisible. Thanks, Sharon How We Can Help Working on your marketing consistently is one of the most important things you can do for the long-term health of your recruitment business. Visibility builds authority. Authority builds better fee conversations. And better fee conversations build the kind of business you actually want to run. We have just updated our Superfast Circle programme with new resources and support designed specifically for recruitment business owners who are ready to show up consistently and with confidence. If you would like the full details, email us at support@superfastrecruitment.co.uk and we will send everything across. The post Imposter Syndrome Is Keeping Your Recruitment Business Small appeared first on Superfast Recruitment.

Impostor syndrome is essentially a persistent inability to believe that your success is actually deserved. The underlying feeling is: "If they really knew...". If they knew how bad I am with time, how divided my heart is, or how little I know what I'm doing, they'd never listen.Regardless of your level of success, you still get hit with this feeling that you're just not enough. I've lived this. When I was a young pastor newly out of seminary, I didn't think I knew what I was doing, so I tried to pattern myself after others—trying to sound like Mark Driscoll or Chuck Swindoll. Even now as a streamer, I struggle with view counts because there is "no good number". If the number is high, I feel like I've fooled everybody; if it's low, I feel like it's what I deserve.But I want you to consider this: Is it possible that your fear of inadequacy will actually make you dependent on God? When God called Moses, Moses didn't list his education or power; he asked, "Who am I?". God's response wasn't about Moses' skills—it was simply, "I will be with you".Your feeling of calling is more important than your credentials. That feeling of "I don't know what I'm doing" actually becomes a qualifier. It keeps you praying, preparing, and making sure what you say has value. I'm here to serve you, not to feed my own ego.

In Part 2 of this Mental Health series episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie continues his conversation with Gerry Wagner, President of  Education, Services & Products Company LLC (ESPCO LLC). Gerry shares his experiences with depression, suicidal thoughts, long-term sobriety, and the challenges of maintaining mental wellness. He discusses the importance of support systems, therapy, spirituality, and setting boundaries with people who do not support personal growth and recovery. The episode highlights resilience, self-awareness, and the value of finding healthy tools to navigate life's struggles while helping others through openness and shared experiences. Gary and Gerry discuss mental health, addiction, recovery, and personal growth in the trades. Gerry speaks openly about his experiences with alcoholism, depression, suicidal thoughts, and the long journey of maintaining sobriety. They talk about the importance of support systems, therapy, spirituality, and setting boundaries with people who are not supportive of recovery. Gerry also shares how helping others, staying self-aware, and finding healthy coping tools have helped him manage life's challenges. The conversation highlights resilience, honesty, and the value of seeking help while continuing to grow as a person. Expect to Learn: Why suicidal thoughts are often connected to deep emotional pain and hopelessness. How sobriety, support groups, and professional help can play a role in recovery. Why finding the right coping tools is important for managing mental health challenges. How spirituality and personal beliefs can provide support during difficult times. Why setting boundaries and surrounding yourself with supportive people can aid personal growth. Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Intro to Gerry Wagner in Part 02  [02:27] - Is suicide a selfish act? [06:02] - Openly discussing sobriety as self-therapy [08:02] - First AA meeting: boss's shocking testimony [11:19] - Higher power without religion [13:45] - Imposter syndrome in men & the trades [18:13] - Called a drunk: owning it forever [20:09] - Cutting toxic family out for good [25:53] - Hope this helps one person look in the mirror This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/hvacknowitall Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Factory Direct Filters: https://www.factorydirectfilters.com/ SupplyHouse: https://www.supplyhouse.com/tm Use promo code HKIA5 to get 5% off your first order at Supplyhouse!   Follow the Guest Gerry Wagner on:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerry-wagner-1b154228/   Education, Services & Products Company LLC (ESPCO LLC): https://www.linkedin.com/company/education-services-products-company-llc-espco-llc/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gerrythehvactrainer/      Follow the Host: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/  Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/ 

In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott open up about imposter syndrome — the belief that you're never good enough, never qualified enough, and that one day everyone will “figure you out.”With humour and honesty, they share personal stories of childhood bullying, masking, perfectionism and self-doubt, and how growing up misunderstood leaves many autistic and ADHD adults feeling like their achievements aren't real. From turning down opportunities to assuming every success is luck, they explore why confidence is so difficult for neurodivergent minds.They discuss how imposter syndrome shows up in work, relationships, creativity and social media — and how therapy, self-compassion and supportive people can slowly rewrite the story.They explore:Why imposter syndrome is so common for autistic & ADHD adultsGrowing up hearing you're “lazy,” “too much,” or “not trying”How masking and people-pleasing destroy self-worthThe fear of failure — and the fear of successSocial media, comparison and anxietyWhy confidence takes time and why small wins matterWhen self-criticism becomes self-harmWhy reaching out can save people from spiralling aloneThis is a raw, validating conversation for anyone who has ever worked twice as hard and still felt like a fraud. If you struggle to believe in yourself, this episode is proof that you're not alone — and that healing is possible.Our Sponsors:

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Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this enlightening episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with author PK Stewart, who takes us on her transformative journey from a successful career in business management to becoming an indie author. After spending six years crafting her debut novel, PK has embraced the indie publishing world with confidence and a clear strategy, leveraging her business acumen to navigate the complexities of the authoring process.PK shares her early inspirations for writing, revealing how her love for storytelling blossomed from her childhood reading experiences. She discusses the pivotal moment at a writers' conference that ignited her belief in her own potential as a writer and the decision to pursue an indie path rather than traditional publishing.Listeners will gain valuable insights into the realities of indie publishing, including the challenges of marketing oneself and the importance of balancing creativity with the business side of writing. PK opens up about her Times End series, exploring the themes of inequality and climate change while ensuring her narratives remain engaging and entertaining.As she reflects on her journey, PK emphasizes the importance of trusting one's creative instincts and the power of community support within the writer's world. She also shares her upcoming projects and her passion for teaching others in the writing community.Join us for an inspiring conversation that encourages aspiring authors to pursue their dreams and carve out their own paths in the literary world.What You'll Learn in This Episode:- The journey from business management to indie author- Insights into the indie publishing process and marketing challenges- The significance of character-driven storytelling- How to balance creativity with the business side of writing- Tips for growing an audience and engaging readersFor more information on PK Stewart and her work, visit www.pkstewart.com and stay connected through her newsletter and upcoming Substack, *Where the Story Leads*. https://www.amazon.com/Inside-Tree-Line-Times-Book-ebook/dp/B0C9SQ7LGSSupport the show

Cultivating a Culture of Truthlighting offers a path for workplaces to move away from practices that gaslight women and toward ones that build a culture grounded in truth, trust, and accountability that advance fair opportunities for women. In this episode, my guest, leadership and workplace culture consultant and author Dr. Falguni Shah, shares practical ways to recognize gaslighting, validate people's reality, and use “truthlighting” behaviors to create safer, more inclusive environments where people can thrive instead of constantly second-guessing themselves. This conversation is for anyone who senses something is “off” at work and wants language, clarity, and tools to drive real change. Some of what we talk about on this episode includes:The erosion of self-trust from workplace gaslightingShifting from “imposter syndrome” to impostor's ambitionCultivating truthlighting as a leadership and culture frameworkWhen it's time to leave and reclaim your purpose, confidence, and truth. Have thoughts or questions about this episode? Share them with me!Send me a voice memo: https://www.speakpipe.com/MindsetUnlimited  CONNECT WITH FALGUNI:WEBSITEBUY THE BOOK: FROM GASLIGHTING TO TRUTHLIGHTINGMEDIA FEATURES  BOOK FALGUNI TO SPEAK LINKEDIN  INSTAGRAM  FACEBOOKTIKTOK   CONNECT WITH VALERIE:Ask Valerie (anonymous form)Sign up for Valerie's newsletterApply to be coached on the podcastSchedule an exploration call This podcast was produced by Valerie Friedlander CoachingProud member of the Feminist Podcasters CollectiveSend us Fan MailSupport the show

In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott open up about imposter syndrome — the belief that you're never good enough, never qualified enough, and that one day everyone will “figure you out.”With humour and honesty, they share personal stories of childhood bullying, masking, perfectionism and self-doubt, and how growing up misunderstood leaves many autistic and ADHD adults feeling like their achievements aren't real. From turning down opportunities to assuming every success is luck, they explore why confidence is so difficult for neurodivergent minds.They discuss how imposter syndrome shows up in work, relationships, creativity and social media — and how therapy, self-compassion and supportive people can slowly rewrite the story.They explore:Why imposter syndrome is so common for autistic & ADHD adultsGrowing up hearing you're “lazy,” “too much,” or “not trying”How masking and people-pleasing destroy self-worthThe fear of failure — and the fear of successSocial media, comparison and anxietyWhy confidence takes time and why small wins matterWhen self-criticism becomes self-harmWhy reaching out can save people from spiralling aloneThis is a raw, validating conversation for anyone who has ever worked twice as hard and still felt like a fraud. If you struggle to believe in yourself, this episode is proof that you're not alone — and that healing is possible.Our Sponsors:

The influence of comparison, imposter syndrome, and anxiety on your leadership strength. Comparison and imposter syndrome negatively impact the ability to lead. They steal confidence and stem from an anxiety response loop. The combination of comparison and anxiety, and imposter syndrome and anxiety, quite often go hand-in-hand. One of the key responses to comparison and imposter syndrome is to be diligent in pursuing what God is calling you to (motherhood, career, business ownership), while detaching from what others think of you or are doing. In other words, keep your eyes fixed on Jesus. An example of how social media activates an anxiety response loop. Anxiety, Comparison, and Imposter Syndrome: Understanding the Vicious Cycle Anxiety does not simply coexist with comparison and imposter syndrome. Rather, it drives them. When your nervous system is dysregulated, it scans constantly for evidence of threat. In the context of leadership, that threat often takes the form of questions: " Am I enough or am I good enough?" How the Anxiety, Comparison, and Imposter Syndrome Cycle Works Step 1: Anxiety Activates the Nervous System Step 2: Comparison Enters Through Social Media and the Environment Step 3: Imposter Syndrome Amplifies the Fear Step 4: Anxiety Increases, Behavior Becomes Avoidant Step 5: Social Media Accelerates the Entire Loop What Comparison and Imposter Syndrome Look Like in Christian Women Leaders These behaviors disguise themselves as humility or self-awareness. Consequently, they are among the hardest patterns to recognize. Do any of these feel familiar? You: Minimize your achievements because someone else has accomplished more. Hesitate to share your expertise publicly because you fear being found out. Overprepare obsessively because you feel less qualified than others think you are. Scroll social media and feel deflated, even when your own life is genuinely good. Delay the next step in your calling until you feel more ready. Attribute your successes to luck and your failures to personal inadequacy. Replay conversations at night, analyzing every way you may have fallen short. Avoid feedback or new opportunities because failure feels unbearable. Your Identity in Christ: The Only Truth That Breaks the Cycle Here is what this cycle is working overtime to prevent you from believing: you were not made to measure yourself against anyone else. Biblical Truths These are not affirmations. They are facts. How Christian Women Leaders Can Break the Comparison and Imposter Syndrome Cycle Breaking this cycle requires addressing both the nervous system driving it and the identity lies fueling it. Here is where to begin: 1. Name the Cycle When It Starts 2. Regulate Before You Scroll 3. Audit Your Feed Ruthlessly 4. Replace the Lie with a Specific Truth 5. Renew Your Mind Before the World Gets to It 6. Test Your Own Work, Not Hers What Breaking the Cycle Looks Like in the Calm, Confident, Consistent Loop REFLECTION QUESTIONS Where does the comparison and imposter syndrome cycle most often start for you — social media, a specific relationship, or a particular environment? Which imposter lie shows up most frequently? What specific Scripture truth directly counters it? What would it feel like to measure your progress only against God's purposes for your life this week — and no one else's? Read the full show notes and access all links.

Fühlst du dich manchmal wie ein Hochstapler? Hast du Angst, die Menschen um dich herum könnten merken, dass du gar nicht so selbstbewusst bist, wie du tust? Dass deine Fehler irgendwann ans Licht kommen könnten und alle sehen, dass du »nicht genug« bist? Damit bist du nicht alleine. Das Imposter-Syndrom hält sich hartnäckig in unserem Alltag – trotz äußerer Erfolge leiden viele Menschen an dem Gefühl, irgendwie ein Hochstapler zu sein. Das belastet nicht nur das berufliche, sondern auch das private Leben. Die Lebensfreude schwindet, während unser Nervensystem unter Dauerstress steht. Mein heutiger Gast Sarah Desai hat genau darüber ein Buch geschrieben: Heute hör ich auf zu zweifeln Sarah zeigt dir, wie du dein Imposter-Syndrom hinter dir lassen kannst und sie beleuchtet die zwei belastenden Ausprägungen des Syndroms: den stillen Rückzug, bei dem Träume unerfüllt bleiben, und den erschöpfenden Überlebensmodus, der Erfolg in nervenaufreibenden Druck verwandelt. Sarahs Botschaft: Lass deine Zweifel hinter dir und lebe das Leben, das du verdienst! Ein bewegendes Gespräch mit einigen Überraschungen ... hör mal rein, dann wirst du verstehen, was ich meine. Dein Lars 09. - 16.10.2026: COMING HOME Retreat - EINE WOCHE MIT LARS AMEND AUF KRETA Alle Infos zum Retreat: https://lars-amend.de/events Mein Partner Quantum Upgrade: https://quantumupgrade.io/lars Dein Code: LARS Dieser Code beinhaltet 15 Tage kostenfreies Testen des „Quantum Upgrade for you“ plus das „All in one Frequenzpaket“ mit über 30 Frequenzen zum Ausprobieren. Folge Quantum Upgrade auf Instagram Leela Quantum Tech: leelaq.de/lars Dein Code: LARS Mit diesem Code bekommst du aktuell 10% Rabatt auf alles! Hier geht's zur deutschen Telegram Community Der Instagram Account von Leela Quantum Tech Links zu Lars: Die neue Website: https://lars-amend.de/ Lars auf Instagram: www.instagram.com/larsamend/ Links zu Sarah Desai: Sarahs Buch: Heute hör ich auf zu zweifeln Sarah auf Instagram: www.instagram.com/sarah.desai/

Once you start comparing yourself to your partner's ex...it can be hard to stop. Is it normal to have imposter syndrome in a relationship? What should Julia do?

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Authority isn't about being the loudest voice in the room. It's about clarity, authenticity, and connecting your inner purpose to your message every time you hit record. On this episode of the Influential Voices of Authority Podcast, Erik K. Johnson sits down with Leslie, founder of Authentic Voice Leadership. Together, they reveal how you can use the mechanics and mindset of your voice to build real authority, trust, and connection in your niche.   Important Links: Get Dr. Leslie Davis' free guide: https://podcasttalentcoach.com/leslie Get your podcast audit with Erik at https://podcasttalentcoach.com/coaching Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/apple Spotify: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/spotify Website: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/podcasts   Episode Segments: 00:00 Discovering Passion for Authentic Voice Leadership 01:08 From Singer to Coach: Fusing Leadership, Education, Ministry 02:49 Launching a New Podcast with Strategic Planning 03:10 Lessons Learned from Hosting a Podcast for Moms 04:14 Navigating the Shift from Co-hosted to Solo Podcasting 05:09 Mindset and Authority: How Beliefs Shape Performance 06:06 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Building Confidence 07:54 Five Steps to Showing Up as Your Best Self 09:40 Mastering Voice Mechanics for Deeper Connection 10:10 Speaking to an Audience of One 11:31 The Real Challenge: Clarifying Core Values 12:31 A Client's Transformation: From Introvert to Authority 14:45 The Secret Sauce: Getting Grounded in Your Identity 16:03 Maintaining Confidence through Life's Challenges 17:23 Podcasting as a Platform for Opportunity 18:00 Impact Story: Speaking to 3,000 Live, Changing Lives 19:09 The Moment Listeners Reached Out 20:11 When Story and Song Inspire Radical Hope 21:35 Authority Means Touching Lives 22:23 The Role of Ego in Leadership and Influence 23:51 From False Humility to Authentic Leadership 24:35 Resource: Three Step Guide to Building a Trusted Voice 26:27 Vocal Leadership: Aligning Internal and External Voice 27:47 Ballroom Dancing as the Metaphor for Leadership 28:19 The Importance of Tenacity in Your Authority Journey   Key Takeaways: - Voice as Authority, Not Performance Leslie unmasks the myth that authority relies on being extroverted or flashy. Authority grows when you're grounded in your core values, aligned with your authentic voice, and willing to show vulnerability. - The Five Foundations of Thought Leadership From clarifying priorities to skill-building and stepping out to lead, mastering these elements ensures your voice doesn't just fill space, it creates impact. Each element—from voice mechanics to mindset—builds the internal and external resonance that moves audiences. - Why Speaking to One Is More Powerful Than Speaking to Thousands Whether you're podcasting, leading a summit, or coaching, trust is built when you address the individual—making your authority personal, memorable, and actionable. - Ego, Humility, and the Dance of Influence True authority is not about false humility or arrogance. It's about a healthy self awareness; recognizing your story matters and sharing it serves others who need to hear it. - From Listeners to Life Change Stories of listeners who found hope, healing, and renewed confidence trace directly to the internal work Leslie models and teaches.   Episode Highlights:  - Practical Tools for Your Next Step Download Leslie's in-depth Three Step Guide to Developing a Voice that Builds Trust and Radiates Authority. Discover how the voice's physical "house," emotional heartset, and "dance" of leadership work together for maximum impact. https://podcasttalentcoach.com/leslie   Connect with Dr. Leslie Baylis Davis:   Website: https://www.mindshiftll.com instagram.com/@lesliebaylis facebook.com/@drlesliebaylis https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesliebaylisdavis/   Next Week: We will talk with social media marketing expert Louise McDonnell. She will give you two places you're making the biggest mistakes when it comes to your social media marketing. She will also show you how to leverage your social media presence to grow your impact and authority.   Podcast Authority Audit You've published the episodes. You've stayed consistent. You know your content is good. And yet… You're not being seen as the authority in your niche Your podcast isn't creating the level of influence or opportunity you expected People listen—but they don't take action And you sound professional… but not unforgettable The truth? Consistency alone doesn't create authority. Intentional leadership does. Are you ready to turn your podcast into an authority engine and not just more content? Would you like to move from best-kept secret to recognized authority? Let me audit your podcast and find the gaps. Go to www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching, click the button and apply to have a chat with me. We will uncover your authority positioning problem, develop your plan to succeed, and see how I can help and support you to achieve your podcast goals.   Get your podcast audit at www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching. On the next episode, we'll talk with ... Until then, step into your authority. We'll see you next time.

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I'm not experienced enough to call myself a real interior designer”? Or maybe you scroll through social media, comparing your work to polished projects, and suddenly feel like you don't belong in this industry at all. That quiet voice of self-doubt—what we call imposter syndrome—can creep in at any stage of your interior design career, especially when you're just starting out.I want you to know something important: feeling like an imposter doesn't mean you are one. In fact, it's often a sign that you're growing, stretching, and stepping into a bigger version of yourself. The truth is, every interior designer—yes, even seasoned professionals—has faced these same thoughts at some point. The difference isn't whether they feel it… it's how they move through it.In this episode, I'm walking you through what imposter syndrome really looks like in a creative career like interior design, why it happens, and how you can overcome it. If you're ready to stop second-guessing yourself and start building real confidence in your design business, this is for you.What You'll Learn in This Episode✔️ Why imposter syndrome signals growth, not failure✔️ How social media fuels designer self-doubt✔️ Ways to build real, lasting client confidence✔️ Practical steps to overcome creative career insecurity✔️ How mistakes strengthen your design expertiseRead the Blog >>> Overcome Imposter Syndrome in Interior DesignNEXT STEPS:

Heute spreche ich mit der Bestseller-Autorin und Coachin Sarah Desai über Selbstzweifel und vor allem über das Imposter-Syndrom, das Gefühl, wir könnten jederzeit als Hochstapler auffliegen. Zu ihrem neuen Buch - das ich sehr empfehlen kann - geht's hier: HEUTE HÖR ICH AUF ZU ZWEIFELN.

Wayne W (00:01) Hey, welcome back to the productive not busy podcast. know, you can look successful long before you become successful. Now, you can look like a top producer in any industry with absolutely no production at all. ⁓ That's the social media craze and kind of a problem that today's society, everybody's building a movie trailer for a life that they're not actually living. Meanwhile, the fundamentals, right? Stuff that actually gets people paid. Wayne W (00:31) are dying on the vine. And what are those? Conversations, ⁓ listening, leadership, confidence, ⁓ empathy, timing, body language, ⁓ voice inflection, right? All the soft skills, your presence, ⁓ OK? You know, human stuff. I came up in an era where if the Internet shut off tomorrow, Wayne W (00:59) I could still make a living before lunch. Why? Because I was trained to talk to people. I learned how to read a room. I learned how to hear hesitation in someone's voice even before they said no. I even learned how to calm nervous sellers down. I learned to negotiate face to face, shake hands, build trust. That skill set doesn't disappear because the Wi-Fi goes out. Wayne W (01:29) But some of these newer salespeople and new real estate agents, Lord have mercy. If Instagram disappeared for a week, they would require grief counseling. Wayne W (01:42) They know how to post. They know how to edit. Wayne W (01:47) They know how to brand, but they don't know how to lead a business. And leadership is what gets you paid when the market shifts in any business. See, AI can organize information. It can summarize contracts. It can help you write emails much faster. can automate sales systems. And that's valuable. I use it. Smart people do use it. Absolutely. Wayne W (02:17) But AI cannot wake your ass up at 6am in the morning. AI cannot make you disciplined. AI can't make you care about your business or your clients. AI can't give you resilience after rejection. And ⁓ AI can't teach you to be hungry. Wayne W (02:37) And for one thing, damn sure can't coach attitude. That's the thing in leadership talks about Wayne W (02:47) why that matters. You can teach scripts, you can teach contracts, and you can teach marketing. But you can't coach somebody to want it, like really want it. I can't coach action or attitude. I can't coach accountability into somebody who's addicted to excuses. So some people want Wayne W (03:11) success the way folks want a six pack at the gym, right? They want to go to the gym and watch everybody else work out and walk out with the six pack. They want the appearance without the repetition required to earn it. Even in the real estate industry, they're getting exposed big time because of that. Look, NAR said 71 % of realtors did not close a single deal last year. ⁓ 71%. Think about that. That means Wayne W (03:41) out of every 10 agents, ⁓ seven ⁓ did actually zero and made nothing last year. Zero. Wayne W (03:50) But if you looked at their social media, you'd think they were selling beachfront ⁓ mansions to movie stars, hanging out on the beach, tanning every weekend. That's the disconnect. Everybody's ⁓ marketing. Nobody's mastering their skill. See, skills are always going to be king forever. Wayne W (04:20) Can you control the conversation? Wayne W (04:23) Can you ⁓ ask hard questions? Can you handle objections without sounding defensive, right? Can you make somebody feel safe enough to trust you with the biggest transaction and their financial decision-making life? Because that's the business. Wayne W (04:43) not your logo. Wayne W (04:46) Right. No AI generated slogan or logo. No cinematic drone footage with the music in the background is going to make you good at your job. People work with people they trust. And trust still comes from human connection. See, I worry that we're getting into a generation of professionals who are becoming allergic to discomfort. Wayne W (05:15) Every hard thing gets outsourced. Every awkward moment gets automated. ⁓ Every weakness gets filtered through some kind of technology until nobody even knows who they really are anymore. Wayne W (05:31) That's why some folks are kind of in the panic mode at the second. actually, ⁓ you know, they have to talk live to a client, no edits, no retakes, no AI, no rewrite button, just them. They freeze in their tracks. And if there's nothing underneath the branding, the whole thing collapses. Wayne W (05:54) So you want to know what separates ⁓ closers ⁓ from pretenders. Wayne W (06:01) Closers take action. They take action before they feel ready. Wayne W (06:07) Pretenders, they prepare into nausea. Closers go to trainings. Pretenders redesign their logo and their business card over and over. Closers practice scripts. And pretenders practice poses and headshots. Wayne W (06:27) Closers build competence. ⁓ Pretenders build appearances. And eventually, the scoreboard tells the truth. Look, I'm not anti-AI. That would be stupid. Technology changes. Smart people adapt. You'd be an idiot not to use tools that make you more efficient. But efficiency... Wayne W (06:55) Okay, without ⁓ effectiveness is really worthless. If you're bad at communication, ⁓ AI just helps you fail and get worse at communicating. If you lack discipline, AI just gives you a prettier excuse. Wayne W (07:16) The people who are really going to win with AI, okay, are the ones who already have the fundamentals in here. The ones who can sell ⁓ without the use of AI to scale it. The ones who know how to lead humans first and use the software to bolt onto that. Because at the end of the day, this business is still emotional. People buy certainty. People buy confidence. Wayne W (07:46) Okay? People buy energy. People buy the conviction that's in your heart. People know. And no algorithm on earth can replicate authentic human presence. You want a future ⁓ proof for yourself? Stop obsessing over looking successful and start becoming valuable. I tell people that all the time. I coach other businesses. Wayne W (08:13) Work on your communication, work on your consistency, work on your emotional control, work on your ability to handle rejection and work on your work ethic. Wayne W (08:26) because trends change. ⁓ Apps ⁓ on your phone change, platforms change, markets change, but people, people still want to feel heard. They still want to feel understood and they still want to feel led. Wayne W (08:48) And if you can do that better than the next person telling you what right now, you'll always have a seat at the table, whether AI exists or not. Wayne W (09:00) I hope you enjoyed this episode. Again, this is the Productive Not Busy podcast. My name is Wayne Weathersby, ⁓ author of the book Discomfort Zone. ⁓ I've got the podcast. I've got the YouTube channel. I would love to hear some feedback from you. I would love for you to like and subscribe. If you've heard something that you hit home for you, please reach out, let us know. Hit the like button, hit the subscribe button ⁓ and do me a favor. Wayne W (09:30) Be safe, take care, go sell something and find somebody and say something nice to them. Have a great day.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/productive-not-busy-podcast--6261465/support. Subscribe today and join a community that's growing stronger every week. The Productive NOT Busy Podcast isn't just a show—it's your playbook for creating momentum, building confidence, and living life on purpose.

Dasha joins SPIN Magazine's Lipps Service with Scott Lipps for an in-depth conversation about the viral success of “Austin (Boots Stop Workin'),” country music, Taylor Swift, imposter syndrome, online hate, the Spotify Billions Club, ACM nominations, and the pressure of staying relevant after a massive breakout hit. Dasha opens up about growing up in California, moving to Nashville, signing her Sony Germany deal, working with her brother Bardo of Beauty School Dropout, and going from working on a horse farm to becoming one of country music's fastest rising stars. The conversation also dives into: • Writing “Austin” • The viral line dancing explosion • Taylor Swift obsession • Reading toxic online comments • VMAs & People's Choice nominations • Grand Ole Opry performance • Spotify Billions Club • Country music becoming genreless • Her new music & upcoming album PLUS: Dasha's Top 5 New Country Artists and Top 5 Albums That Changed Her Life. Listen to more episodes of SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps featuring the biggest names in music, culture and entertainment. 00:00 Intro 00:50 ACM Award Nomination 01:19 Meeting Shania Twain 02:15 Growing Up & Family Life 05:10 Knowing She Wanted Music by Age 10 07:08 Why Country Storytelling Connected With Her 07:49 Taylor Swift Obsession & First Concert (Green Day) 11:00 Her Real Name “Ana” 12:21 Moving to Nashville & Record Deal Journey 13:52 Winning a One-Song Sony Germany Deal 15:24 Writing “Austin” 16:11 Working With Her Brother Bardo 17:08 Feeling Guilty About “Austin” Success 19:19 From Horse Farm Worker to Billion Streams 20:43 Living a “Cameo-Like” Existence 22:44 The Viral Line Dancing Explosion 26:20 The Full Backstory Behind “Austin” 30:58 Drowning in Online Comments 33:25 Dealing With Online Hate Emotionally 34:08 Reading the Comments 35:05 Getting Award Nominations 35:49 From $900 to a Billion Streams 38:05 Imposter Syndrome & People's Choice Nomination 40:44 Thomas Rhett, Keith Urban & Manifestation 41:42 Grand Ole Opry Performance & “Ana” 42:55 Entering Spotify's Billions Club 44:43 The Importance of Virality 46:05 VMAs Experience 49:11 The New Record 50:01 Pressure to Stay Relevant After “Austin” 52:15 Her Songwriting Process 55:08 Country Music Becoming Genreless 56:19 Top 5 New Country Artists 57:20 Top 5 Albums That Changed Her Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dasha joins SPIN Magazine's Lipps Service with Scott Lipps for an in-depth conversation about the viral success of “Austin (Boots Stop Workin'),” country music, Taylor Swift, imposter syndrome, online hate, the Spotify Billions Club, ACM nominations, and the pressure of staying relevant after a massive breakout hit. Dasha opens up about growing up in California, moving to Nashville, signing her Sony Germany deal, working with her brother Bardo of Beauty School Dropout, and going from working on a horse farm to becoming one of country music's fastest rising stars. The conversation also dives into: • Writing “Austin” • The viral line dancing explosion • Taylor Swift obsession • Reading toxic online comments • VMAs & People's Choice nominations • Grand Ole Opry performance • Spotify Billions Club • Country music becoming genreless • Her new music & upcoming album PLUS: Dasha's Top 5 New Country Artists and Top 5 Albums That Changed Her Life. Listen to more episodes of SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps featuring the biggest names in music, culture and entertainment. #Dasha #Austin #CountryMusic #LippsService 00:00 Intro 00:50 ACM Award Nomination 01:19 Meeting Shania Twain 02:15 Growing Up & Family Life 05:10 Knowing She Wanted Music by Age 10 07:08 Why Country Storytelling Connected With Her 07:49 Taylor Swift Obsession & First Concert (Green Day) 11:00 Her Real Name “Ana” 12:21 Moving to Nashville & Record Deal Journey 13:52 Winning a One-Song Sony Germany Deal 15:24 Writing “Austin” 16:11 Working With Her Brother Bardo 17:08 Feeling Guilty About “Austin” Success 19:19 From Horse Farm Worker to Billion Streams 20:43 Living a “Cameo-Like” Existence 22:44 The Viral Line Dancing Explosion 26:20 The Full Backstory Behind “Austin” 30:58 Drowning in Online Comments 33:25 Dealing With Online Hate Emotionally 34:08 Reading the Comments 35:05 Getting Award Nominations 35:49 From $900 to a Billion Streams 38:05 Imposter Syndrome & People's Choice Nomination 40:44 Thomas Rhett, Keith Urban & Manifestation 41:42 Grand Ole Opry Performance & “Ana” 42:55 Entering Spotify's Billions Club 44:43 The Importance of Virality 46:05 VMAs Experience 49:11 The New Record 50:01 Pressure to Stay Relevant After “Austin” 52:15 Her Songwriting Process 55:08 Country Music Becoming Genreless 56:19 Top 5 New Country Artists 57:20 Top 5 Albums That Changed Her Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While preparing to release this week's show, I realized I forgot to launch a show from this past February with Jenn Donahue. Jenn is an amazing leadership expert and has a ton of hard knocks experience in the military. In fact, she almost died while in Iraq, so this woman knows a thing or two about staying calm under pressure. During today's show, Jenn and I chatted about:Jenn's fascinating story of leadership in the militaryJenn's connection with leadership and becoming the warriorHer warrior framework and how we can leverage it to tackle self-doubtWhy high performers are most likely to be riddled with Imposter Syndrome?How do we navigate difficult situations at work?Here is more about Jenn:Jenn Donahue's career spans commanding over 800 troops in Afghanistan (where she had an assassination attempt on her life), building literal bridges in Iraq, and leading earthquake engineering teams in some of the world's most high-stakes climates. In Becoming the Warrior, she shares how developing a “warrior mindset” helped her navigate high-pressure military missions and can help anyone overcome fear, self-doubt, and uncertainty to lead with confidence, whether you're leading teams of 5 or 500.If the Brave Women at Work Podcast has helped you personally or professionally, please share it with a friend, colleague, or family member. And your ratings and reviews help the show continue to gain traction and grow. Thank you again!If you haven't downloaded one of my freebies on my site, check them out on bravewomenatwork.com. I have 5 Ways to Managing Your Imposter Syndrome, 34 Leadership and Career Affirmations, and 10 tips to Win Your Next Negotiation. Download one or them or all three!If you also have a story to share and a deep desire to become an author, please contact me at hello@bravewomenatwork.com. I am happy to share the details on the project. Alright, let's welcome Jenn to the show!Questions (Segment 2): Can you tell us more about your background story? How have you gotten to where you are today?What was it like to lead over 800 troops in Afghanistan and navigate an assassination attempt on your life?Tell us more about your Book, Becoming the Warrior: Harnessing Your Inner Strength to Silence Self-Doubt.What does warrior mindset mean to you?How did you use your own warrior mindset during your military career?What is the Warrior Framework (Perceive, Assess, Ready, Act) and how do we apply this decision-making practice in business?How can we tackle the “mean little voice” in our own minds that fuels self-doubt?Why are top performers most saddled with Imposter Syndrome, and what is the anecdote?What advice would you give to women that work in predominantly male-dominated industries or want to rise to the top leadership seats in their organization? How do we navigate landmines and other toxic situations at work?What are 1-2 ways women can be braver at work?How can women connect with your work online?

This episode is brought to you by DondersteenLang Fisher (Never Have I Ever, The Four Seasons, 30 Rock, The Mindy Project) joins Mommywood to talk about becoming a single mom by choice, building a wildly successful career in comedy, and learning to let go of perfectionism after having her son.Lang opens up about having a baby with her gay best friend, the unconventional co-parenting setup that unexpectedly worked beautifully, getting her start at The Onion, feeling intimidated in the 30 Rock writers room with Tina Fey, and becoming a first-time showrunner while pregnant.We also talk about imposter syndrome, ambition after motherhood, pandemic parenting, why moms make efficient bosses, and how having kids changes the way you tell stories.This episode is funny, honest, vulnerable, and one of my favorite conversations about creating a life on your own terms.

Jetzt bestellen, das neue Buch von Sarah Desai: https://amzn.eu/d/4POpH3K "Heute hör ich auf zu zweifeln: Überwinde dein Imposter-Syndrom und glaub an dich" Kann man lernen, mit Selbstzweifeln zu leben, ohne sich von ihnen bestimmen zu lassen? In dieser Episode spricht Curse mit Sarah Desai über das Imposter-Syndrom – also dieses nagende Gefühl, nicht gut genug zu sein, obwohl man längst bewiesen hat, was man kann. Gemeinsam sprechen sie über Perfektionismus, Selbstsabotage, Anpassung, Angst vor Ablehnung und darüber, warum sich so viele Menschen wie „Betrüger:innen“ im eigenen Leben fühlen. Dabei geht es um frühkindliche Prägungen, Leistungsdruck, Scham, Nervensystem-Regulation und die Frage, wie man lernt, ehrlicher mit sich selbst zu sein, ohne sich ständig verstecken zu müssen. Du erfährst: - warum Selbstzweifel oft weniger mit Kompetenz als mit Schutzmechanismen zu tun haben - welche Strategien hinter Perfektionismus, People Pleasing und Prokrastination stecken - weshalb Verletzlichkeit und Ehrlichkeit oft mehr Verbindung schaffen als Perfektion Eine persönliche, tiefgehende Folge über Selbstwert, innere Sicherheit und den Mut, sich nicht länger permanent beweisen zu müssen. Viel Freude damit. Alle Links zu Sarah Desai: https://www.instagram.com/sarah.desai/ https://sarahdesai.de/ https://sarahdesai.de/podcast/ Das neue Buch „Bad Meditators Club“ jetzt vorbestellen: https://wonderl.ink/@bmcbuch Wir haben einen neuen YouTube Kanal!!!! Gerne folgen, liken, teilen, Liebe da lassen: https://www.youtube.com/@MeditationCoachingLife www.curse.de Curse auf Instagram: www.instagram.com/cursezeit Curse auf Facebook: www.facebook.com/curseofficial Curse auf TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@curseofficial Curse auf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Curseofficial

Emma and Cass open with a listener question that hits a little too close to home: "I just turned 30 and I hate my job, my apartment, and the city I live in. Do I blow it all up or am I just having a moment?" Emma says blow it the f up. Cass, who spent a year deeply unhappy in her marriage, her motherhood, and her life in general, says try 5% better first. From there: Cass on the motherhood imposter syndrome that hit her like a freight train (after 27 years of never feeling it), Emma on the version she's lived with her whole life, the menstrual blood research that's genuinely wild, and an unhinged agree/disagree game powered by Cass's husband's questions. In this episode: The listener question: turning 30, hating everything, and Emma vs Cass on whether to blow it up or stay put. "Wherever you go, there you are." Cass on the year she was deeply unwell and what she did instead of running, plus the 5% rule for making your life better without burning it down. "If you're a girly pop in your 30s who has let decisions make you instead of making them, maybe it's time to fucking blow it up." Emma's case for the hard pivot, geographic escapism included. Motherhood imposter syndrome that lasted two years, the postpartum therapist who said stop waiting for the cute walks to happen to you, and the day at the park when Cass realized she was a real mom talking to real moms. Emma on feeling like an imposter in every room she walks into, including the one she literally built. Emma's run-in with a guy she used to sleep with, and a description of his anatomy you will not forget. New menstrual blood research: Dr. Gemma Evans at the Hudson Institute found menstrual plasma heals wounds 40 times faster than regular blood plasma.  A review of decades of yo-yo dieting research turns out to be way less scary than we've been told, and Cass is mad about how women get shamed either way. The SPF lip gloss that Emma keeps stealing from Cass's bathroom. The toy Emma can't get enough of. Get yours HERE at Bellesa! Agree/disagree with questions from Cass's husband: texting your ex, thirst-trap likes, body counts as a red flag, fighting a goose, landing a passenger plane, men should always pay. For anyone in their late 20s or 30s who's ever wanted to quit everything by Tuesday, or felt like an imposter in a room they literally built. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Most students know they need to “network” to break into finance. Very few are told how to actually do it properly.In this episode of the Market Maker Podcast, Anthony Cheung sits down with corporate finance analyst Liam Edward Proctor to break down how students can build relationships, stand out in applications and navigate finance careers without coming from a traditional background.Liam shares how he went from a non-target university into corporate finance, common networking mistakes students make, how to approach coffee chats, LinkedIn strategies that actually work and why commercial awareness matters more than ever in today's graduate market.The conversation also explores rejection, imposter syndrome and how students can create opportunities beyond simply submitting online applications.If you're applying for internships, spring weeks or graduate roles in finance, this episode is packed with practical advice you can apply immediately.(00:00) Liam's Finance Journey(01:59) Do You Need Internships?(04:33) What vs Who You Know(06:48) Coffee Chat Preparation(08:34) Building Commercial Awareness(13:29) Leveraging LinkedIn & Imposter Syndrome(16:55) Meeting Howard Marks(22:00) Handling Rejection(26:39) Non-Target University Advice(30:08) Networking Follow-Up Tips

Anxiety and the Need to Control: It's time to loosen the grip! Christian women leaders often appear to have it all together. They are admired for their willingness to do it all and keep all things running smoothly. But underneath the facade, there is anxiety and the need to control. Anxiety and control ultimately weigh heavily on overall well-being, as control is not sustainable and can quickly lead to physical, mental, and emotional turmoil. What anxiety and the need to control look like: You: Tell yourself it is just because you care. Check in on the project again — not because you do not trust your team, but because you want it done right. Rearrange the plans your spouse made. Take back the task you delegated because it would be faster to do it yourself. Map out every detail of the trip, the event, the presentation, the week. On the surface, this looks like diligence. It feels like responsibility. However, underneath it is fear — and that fear has a name. It is anxiety. And anxiety, when it goes unaddressed, almost always reaches for control. Anxiety and the Need to Control: What the Research and Science Reveal The Need to Control Is an Anxiety Response, Not a Leadership Style Where the Anxious Need to Control Comes From in Christian Women Leaders What the Need to Control Looks Like in Anxious Leadership Anxiety-driven control is rarely recognized for what it is. Instead, it shows up in behaviors that feel justifiable — even virtuous. And are often rewarded. Micromanaging Inability to Delegate Hyperplanning Indecision The Neuroscience of Anxiety and Control Faith and the Need to Control: Trusting God's Plans Over Your Own How Christian Women Leaders Can Break Free from Anxiety-Driven Control Releasing anxiety-driven control is not about becoming passive or indifferent. Rather, it is about exchanging fear-based management for faith-based leadership. Here is where to start. 1. Distinguish Control from Stewardship 2. Name the Fear Underneath the Control 3. Practice Deliberate Delegation 4. Regulate Your Nervous System Before High-Control Situations 5. Surrender the Outcome Intentionally What Releasing Control Looks Like in the Calm, Confident, Consistent Loop Your Next Step as a Christian Woman Leader This week, notice where your grip is tightest. It might be at work, at home, in a relationship, or in your own plans for the future. Ask yourself honestly: is this control rooted in stewardship — or in fear? You do not have to release everything today. Simply identify one place to loosen your grip. Awareness is always the first step toward freedom. Reflection Questions Where in your leadership or life is anxiety-driven control most active right now? What are you most afraid will happen if you release control in that area? What would it look like to trust God's plans in that specific situation this week? Up next: Episode 05 — Imposter Syndrome and Comparison: The Thief of Your Calling Ready to take action and break through anxiety and the need to control? Schedule a free consultation discovery call with Robyn. Read the full shownotes and access all links.

Okayyy this episode is a little spicy Because honestly?I don't actually think a lot of us have imposter syndrome…I think a lot of us are:scared to be seen before we feel polishedscared of judgmentperfectionistsavoiding repsor honestly… letting our ego get in the way In this episode I'm breaking down:→ what imposter syndrome ACTUALLY is→ why confidence comes from reps (not personality)→ how your ego might be keeping you stuck→ why people trust honesty more than perfection→ and how to stop waiting to feel “ready” before you startThis episode is your reminder that:You are not behind.You are not underqualified.You are not an imposter.You might just be under-repped If this episode resonated with you, send it to a girlfriend who needs this reminder & DM me your biggest takeaways