The Impostor Syndrome Files

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we talk about how we can support young girls to become more confident and, hopefully, avoid some of the challenges we’ve faced. My guest, Leslie Coles, shares her Impostor Syndrome story and offers practical advice and strategies for all of us who want to empower girls to become confident women. Many of these same strategies can help us grow our own confidence as well!To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-sessionAbout My GuestLeslie Coles is passionate about the power of innovative education to change the world. She is Co-Founder and Executive Director of Moms as Mentors®, a non-profit dedicated to giving mothers and other caregivers the tools and opportunities to raise girls to become confident female leaders, particularly in areas where women are underrepresented (including STEM fields, entrepreneurship and politics). Leslie also manages the game-based assessment projects in the Playful Journey Lab at MIT and is an ambassador for She+ Geeks Out. She+ Geeks Out is an organization that offers diversity, equity, and inclusion workshops, as well as a safe and welcoming community of womxn and their allies in tech and tech adjacent fields. Previously, she served as Director of Programs for VentureLab, an organization focused on creating the next generation of innovators and changemakers through entrepreneurial learning. Prior to that she was Director of Strategic Initiatives & Programs at the National Coalition of Girls’ Schools, where she took the lead role in implementing programs that advanced their mission to empower girls to be influential contributors to the world.Here is a link to the Moms as Mentors "How to Be a Confidence Mentor" tips and resource guide. Learn more about Moms as Mentors at momsasmentors.org and contact the organization with any questions at http://www.momsasmentors.org/contact-us.

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we look at the influence of command and control leadership on our experience with Impostor Syndrome. My guest, Ann Marie Yakopich, shares her personal story of how she found her voice and reclaimed her power. She also reveals the lessons she’s learned as a woman in a male-dominated industry.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-session

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we discuss the effects of formality and conformity on our confidence and overall comfort in the workplace. My guest, Stacey Shipman, shares strategies for personalizing our workplace interactions and the power this has on our psychological safety.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-session

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we look at how taking a non-traditional career path affects our confidence. My guest, Sandy Silk, shares her personal story of the twists and turns that led her from studying German to becoming a cybersecurity leader at Harvard University. We also discuss the flawed system that overvalues education and undervalues diverse backgrounds.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-session

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we look at how the nature of our work influences our tendency toward perfectionism and self-doubt. My guest, Erika Janifer, shares her personal story as an engineer and the ways in which she manages the demands of a career that requires great accuracy and precision. She also discusses her experiences as a woman of color in a highly male-dominated field.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-session

In this special episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we take a deeper look at confidence and the choices we have available to us to show up more confidently. My guest, Alyssa Dver, shares her powerful perspective that confidence is a choice. She also offers practical tools and strategies for handling workplace situations that trigger self-doubt.About My GuestAlyssa Dver is the CEO and co-founder of the American Confidence Institute (ACI) which shares science-based ways to sustainably increase personal, academic & professional confidence. She is the author of the book, Confidence Is a Choice. Real Science. Superhero Impact.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-session

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we look at the importance of understanding and owning our feelings in order to effectively step into action. My guest, Christina Kwan, shares her personal journey from financial services leader to entrepreneur and the struggles she faced with Impostor Syndrome. We also ask whether it’s really possible to fake it ‘til you make it.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-session

In this powerful episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we have a candid conversation about the ways in which we stand in our own way. My guest, Olivia Jaras, shares her expertise as a women’s salary coach and offers hard truths about how we give our power away. She also offers inspiring insights into how to re-frame failure and rejection so that we can ultimately achieve what we’re worth.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-sessionAbout My GuestOlivia Jaras is an internationally recognized expert on gender wage gap and salary negotiations for women. She is also considered one of the top resume experts in the United States. Her work has been featured by Forbes, BBC, CNN, MSN, The World Economic Forum, Recruiter.com, Lifehack.com and hundreds of other global media sources.Olivia is also an international, bestselling author of the book Know Your Worth, Get Your Worth: Salary Negotiation for Women (2016).Together with her team of experts, Olivia helps women all over the world realize their market value and how to advocate for it.

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we talk about the importance of understanding ourselves and those around us. My guest, Natalie Garramone, shares her personal journey and how serving as a mediator has helped her develop the skills to help herself and others through challenging situations. We also examine the ways in which being an "expert" triggers Impostor Syndrome.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-session

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we explore the relationship between Impostor Syndrome and burnout. My guest, Nikole Stanfield, shares how her experience with burnout led her to shift from reactive to reflective. We also discuss how she came to the realization that her value comes from who she is, not what she does.To join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/To learn more about the Leading Women discussion group, visit:https://executivecareersuccess.com/leading-women-discussion-group/To schedule time to speak with me directly about your questions/challenges, visit:https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-sessionAbout My GuestSince 2014 Nikole has been an online copywriter with her own business, and she has worked to improve herself through personal development. After experiencing burnout last summer she now coaches successful business owners who are so busy they don’t have time for an unscheduled cup of coffee to create a work-life balance they love. This helps them actually enjoy time with their loved ones, do fun things on the weekends, take a vacation, and take downtime without feeling guilty. You can learn more about her at www.MyIntuitionCoach.com.