223: Imposter Syndrome: The Invisible Barrier to Workplace Success

Happier At Work®

In this week's solo episode of the Happier at Work podcast, I delve into a topic that is close to my heart - imposter syndrome. This complex idea has been highly requested by you, the listener, and this episode will shed light on its impact in the workplace and beyond.

I revisit my renowned 3C framework, focusing particularly on the "career" pillar - emphasising the crucial role of confidence in professional growth. I share valuable insights on the "know, show, grow" approach and how confidence plays a pivotal role within it.

The episode unveils the 5 different imposter identities: the overachiever, the comparer, the success-fearer, the procrastinator, and the people pleaser. I discuss each type in detail, offering relatable examples and potential impacts on individual performance and organisational productivity.

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I also highlight the influence of imposter syndrome on teams and organisations, addressing the broader implications and the potential for burnout and decreased productivity. I encourage leaders to consider the impact on their teams and explore the associated leader assessment tool I talk about in the episode.

The main points throughout this podcast include:

• The influence of imposter syndrome on teams and organisations.
• Its impact in the workplace and beyond.
• The crucial role of confidence in professional growth.
• The "know, show, grow" approach and how confidence plays a pivotal role within it.
• The 5 different imposter identities: the overachiever, the comparer, the success bearer, the procrastinator, and the people pleaser.

Take the assessment: https://imposteridentity.scoreapp.com

I will be dedicating another episode to the 3C's of thriving talent within the thriving talent framework - career, culture, and capabilities. So make sure to stay tuned for that!

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Previous Episodes:

Episode 131: How Much Imposter Syndrome Costs You with Aoife O’Brien

Episode 77: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Igniting Empowerment with Aoife O’Brien

Mentioned in this episode:

Imposter Identity

Imposter Identity