The Impostor Syndrome Files

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we have a powerful conversation about the challenges facing women in the workplace and the options available to us to make more empowered choices. My guest, Kathy Caprino, shares her personal story of how she transitioned from Corporate America to marriage & family therapy to career coaching for women, as well as how she navigated the self-doubt and anxiety she experienced along the way. We also discuss specific steps you can take if you don’t feel that you’re in the right job, including, first and foremost, recognizing and embracing what makes you special.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/contact/About My GuestKathy Caprino, M.A. is an internationally-recognized career and leadership coach, writer, speaker and educator dedicated to the advancement of women in business. A former corporate VP, she is also a trained therapist, seasoned executive coach, Senior Forbes contributor, top media source on careers, and the author of two books -- Breakdown, Breakthrough and her new book The Most Powerful You:7 Bravery-Boosting Paths to Career Bliss. With her Finding Brave podcast, books, assessments, coaching programs, courses and other key resources, Kathy’s been named a Top Career Coach in the U.S. and internationally and her core mission is to support a “finding brave” global movement that empowers professionals to close their power gaps and reach their highest, most rewarding potential and impact in their work. Join Kathy’s brand new course The Most Powerful You to help you experience more power, confidence and authority in your work today. For more information, visit kathycaprino.com, findingbrave.org and follow @kathycaprino on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram and @ElliaCommunications on Facebook.

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, I continue my conversation with Steve Friedman, who joined me in a previous episode. As an introvert and author of the new book, The Corporate Introvert, Steve shares powerful insights to help introverts understand their strengths and more confidently navigate their work environments.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/contact/About My GuestSteve Friedman is determined to champion a more authentic and successful life for introverts. After struggling for decades as an introvert in the corporate world, he began to learn about introversion while writing his memoir,  In Search of Courage: An Introvert’s Story. Friedman now provides inspirational posts, quizzes, and insightful resources for introverts at work and at home through his weekly blog at BeyondIntroversion.com. Steve met his love, Jennifer, in Houston, Texas. Together, they have raised three amazing children, Gwendolyn, Madolyn, and Noah. They have all traveled the world and are now enjoying time hanging around the house together.Website:  www.BeyondIntroversion.com  Introvert Superpower Quiz (over 890 respondents thus far):Book:  In Search of Courage:  An Introvert’s StoryNew book: The Corporate Introverthttps://www.beyondintroversion.com/book

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we explore the double-edged nature of having an innovative idea. My guest, Naomi Shah, founder & CEO of Meet Cute, shares her story of leading a new media company in the age of covid. She and I also discuss how she’s come to see what makes her different as a strength and how she’s managed the pressure to be an “expert” in a new field. To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/contact/About My GuestNaomi Shah is the founder + CEO of Meet Cute, a venture-backed media company that has produced over 300 original light-hearted romantic comedies in podcast form. The company celebrates human connection and the full spectrum of love with a core mission -- having every person feel like they are reflected in Meet Cute stories. Since inception (Feb 2020), the podcast already has over 2 million listens across over 150 countries and has been featured in the top 10 of Fiction on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Before starting Meet Cute, she was a member of the investment team at Union Square Ventures, a technology venture capital firm in New York, where she spent most of her time talking to companies in the consumer and well-being space. Prior to that, she was a macro equities trader at Goldman Sachs and studied Mechanical Engineering (with a minor in Human Biology) at Stanford University. Links: Website - https://www.meetcute.comLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomicshahTwitter - https://twitter.com/listenmeetcuteTwitter - https://twitter.com/naomicshahInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/nshahsterInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/meetcute

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I'm excited to share this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files where we look at the power of knowing who you are and surrounding yourself with supportive people. My guest, Enna Jimenez, shares her personal story of rising through the ranks in IT and the challenges she faced along the way. She also reveals the ways in which she found her voice and learned to believe in herself. Enna and I discuss the ways in which we can all support those around us as well. To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/contact/About My GuestEnna Jimenez is an Award-Winning Change Champion who has over 30 years in multiple industries with expertise in Leadership, Technology and Transformation Management. Currently, Enna is the Head of the Quality Assurance team at IDEMIA, an augmented identity security organization. She is a Coach and Mentor and has a huge passion for Diversity and Inclusion, talent engagement and community organizations. The March edition of Hispanic Executive magazine featured Enna as one of the 2021 Leading Latinas. In March 2021, Enna received the Emerging Leaders in Technology and Engineering (E.L.I.T.E.) Award from NSBE Boston Professionals. Dr. Lynn Wooten, President of Simmons University appointed Enna as the Presidential Adviser for Alumni Engagement. In addition, Enna has joined the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Women’s Advisory Board and the ALPFA National Board of Directors. Enna is one of 92 Hispanics featured in the first edition book Hispanic Stars Rising: A New Face of Power. The Multicultural Symposium Series Black History Empowerment Recognition Breakfast recognized Enna as one of the Black and Brown Innovators of Action Honorees in March 2020. In 2019, the National Diversity Council selected Enna as one of the 2019 National Latino Leader Award winners and she received a Citation from MA Governor Charlie Baker on Leadership and Excellence. To connect with Enna, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ennajimenez/To learn more about her new book, Extraordinary Latinas, visit: https://www.ennajimenez.com

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we talk about assertiveness as a way to overcome impostor syndrome. My guest, Ivna Curi, an assertiveness consultant, shares her personal story as well as her perspective on why assertiveness is so important. She also shares important strategies to help us gain clarity, stop making assumptions and speak up with greater confidence. To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/contact/About My GuestIvna Curi’s mission is to empower professional women and minorities to empower themselves through assertive communication skills so they can confidently get ahead in their careers, lead better, and have more impact. She teaches how to speak your mind, ask for what you want, say no, disagree, self-promote, give feedback and advocate for yourself in a respectful and effective way. She is a Forbes contributor and the CEO and founder of AssertiveWay.com where she offers trainings, workshops, and community support. She has an MBA from INSEAD and has lived in Asia, Europe, Latin America, and North America. 14 thousand students have taken one of her assertiveness courses.  Get started today with her crash course on how to be more assertive at work without being rude at https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead, get other free resources at https://www.assertiveway.com/free, or sign up for her weekly newsletter at https://assertiveway.com/newsletter.

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome, we explore the power of facing our fears to achieve our goals. My guest, Kat Cleary, shares her personal story as a data scientist in the life sciences consulting industry who recently wrote her own children’s book. She shares how she has managed self-doubt along her journey and the advice she has for others who want to play bigger.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/contact/About My GuestDr. Ekaterina “Kat” Cleary is a scientist, a daughter, a wife, a cat-mom, a writer, and a mentor. Data scientist by day, she is deeply engaged in public health policy and writing about the affordability of pharmaceutical drugs. As a newly minted consultant at Exponent, Kat enjoys discovering interesting patterns in healthcare data and teaching visualization to students of all ages.Originally from Siberia, Kat has been a proud New Englander for almost three decades. She has a great fondness for animals and lives with her husband and two cats. This spring she self-published her debut children’s book “Adventures of Pierre the Munchkin” under the pseudonym Dr. Kat. Pierre’s story, based on true events, has had global reach and has become an inspiration for children to write their own adventure books. Having braved the unknown on several occasions, Kat encourages young professionals to view themselves as a “Mockingjay” and inspire others to start their own personal revolutions.Links:“Adventures of Pierre the Munchkin”: www.drkatbooks.com or Amazon.Professional page: www.exponent.com/professionals/c/cleary-ekaterina

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we examine common doubts and insecurities related to finances. My guest, Jennifer Sahady, is a money expert who brings a warm and refreshing perspective to what often feels like an uncomfortable conversation. She and I discuss why it’s often difficult, especially for women, to talk about money and what we can do to empower ourselves to more confidently navigate our personal finances.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/contact/About My GuestJennifer Sahady is a money expert, and TEDx speaker, specializing in financial wellness and financial empowerment. Jennifer has 17 years of experience in finance and education. In that time, she has worked with more than 1,000 companies and more than 10,000 individuals across the country. Through that experience, Jennifer found that there are many paths to success and failure and can help people find their path to success. She is known for being a friendly face in finance and for getting things done while having fun. Today, Jennifer delivers keynotes, group presentations, workshops and money consulting to businesses, schools, professional organizations and individuals across the world in-person and virtually.Connect with Jennifer at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-sahady/Learn more about Jennifer at www.jennifersahady.comSee Jennifer’s 2020 TEDx Talk on Money in Relationships at https://youtu.be/CGttIHnfBbE

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, I have so much fun talking to award-winning broadcaster and podcaster Candy O’Terry. Candy shares her story of how she rose from secretary to “Boston’s Beloved Radio Voice” and the self-doubt that plagued her along the way. She also shares how she overcame Impostor Syndrome, as well as powerful strategies for others who struggle with similar challenges.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/contact/About My GuestCandy O’Terry is an award-winning broadcaster and podcaster.  Known as Boston’s Beloved Radio Voice, she spent 25 years on the air at Magic 106.7/WMJX.  As the Founder of My Dove Productions, the Candy O Radio Network and co-founder of Two Dreams Entertainment, Candy’s lens is focused on storytelling.  She is the host of The Story Behind Her Success weekly podcast and radio series, The Speaker Coach podcast, 16 Life Lessons Motivation Monday feature, and the Nashville-based podcast series Country Music Success Stories featuring Jacy Dawn Valeras aka the Music City Mentor.  Chosen by her peers as the 2015 Massachusetts Broadcaster of the Year, Candy is the winner of 52 local and national awards.  Known for her unique ability to turn any interview into an easy conversation, she has interviewed 800 women from every walk of life, and counting.A lifelong singer, Candy’s full-length CD Dream Come True includes songs heard around the world. She’s no stranger to TV and film having served as the center judge for 7 seasons on the Emmy Award winning TV talent show Community Auditions, and as an actress in 4 independent feature films including the new movie Misha And the Wolves, now on Netflix. Born in New York City and raised in Connecticut, Candy came to Boston as a 1-meter diving champion for Boston College.  The Co-Founder of Boston Women in Media & Entertainment, she proudly serves on many boards including the Council for Women of Boston College and empowerHER. She is the media ambassador for the March of Dimes/New England and Strong Women, Strong Girls/Boston. The consummate performer, Candy never met a microphone she didn’t love!To learn more, visit: candyoterry.com

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, my special guest, Melody Wilding, shares insights and strategies for “Sensitive Strivers.” Melody coined this term to describe high-achievers with high levels of sensitivity to their own and others’ emotions. In this discussion, we explore a variety of powerful topics, such as regulating emotions, listening to our intuition and setting boundaries in order to manage Impostor Syndrome and build our confidence.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/contact/About My GuestMelody Wilding is the author of TRUST YOURSELF: STOP OVERTHINKING AND CHANNEL YOUR EMOTIONS FOR SUCCESS AT WORK. Recently named one of Business Insider’s Most Innovative Coaches for her groundbreaking work on “Sensitive Strivers”, her clients include CEOs, C-level executives, and managers at top Fortune 500 companies such as Google, Amazon, and JP Morgan, among others. Melody has been featured in The New York Times and Wall Street Journal and is a contributor to Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, Psychology Today, and Forbes. Melody is a licensed social worker with a master's from Columbia University and a professor of Human Behavior at Hunter College. Learn more at melodywilding.comBook: https://melodywilding.com/book Free Quiz: https://melodywilding.com/quiz

In this very special episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, I interview world-renowned impostor syndrome expert and author of the book, The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women, Valerie Young. Valerie shares with us how impostor syndrome found her during her work as a graduate student in education and how that led her to a powerful mission to stamp out impostor syndrome. She and I explore a range of topics from how impostor syndrome affects men, to the role of organizational culture in fueling impostor syndrome, to what we can learn from those who don’t struggle with this issue.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://yourcareersuccess.com/contact/About My GuestDr. Valerie Young is a leading expert on impostor syndrome and co-founder of Impostor Syndrome Institute. In addition to speaking at over 100 universities in the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, and the UK including Harvard, Stanford, MIT, and Oxford, Valerie has shared her highly relatable and practical advice to executives, managers, and professionals at such diverse organizations as Google, Pfizer, BP, Facebook, P&G, Intel, Boeing, IBM, Liberty Mutual, YUM!, Molson Coors, PWC (UK), Rakuten, McDonald’s (Europe), Schneider Trucking, Merck, Microsoft, Blizzard Entertainment, Chrysler, Carrier, T. Rowe Price, NASA, the National Cancer Institute, and many more.Valerie’s work has been cited around the world including in Time, Newsweek, The New York Times, Psychology Today, Science, The Wall Street Journal, O magazine, The Daily Mail, The Irish Independent, The Sydney Morning Herald, The Globe & Mail, and on NBC.com, BBC radio, and Yahoo Finance.She earned her doctoral degree from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst where she studied internal barriers to women’s achievement. Although Valerie’s research subjects consisted of a racially diverse group of professional women, much of her original findings have proved directly applicable to anyone with impostor feelings.Valerie is author of the award-winning book The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women: Why Capable People Suffer from the Impostor Syndrome and How to Thrive in Spite of It with Random House now available in six languages. You can learn more about her work at ImpostorSyndrome.com