About this episode

Sue Musson discusses imposter syndrome and building confidence in leadership roles, particularly for women in male-dominated industries.

Ever felt like you're the only one in the room who doesn't quite belong, even though you've earned your seat a hundred times over? As a young woman navigating leadership roles in male-dominated industries, on a whole new continent, no less, Sue Musson quickly realized that confidence doesn't always come easy, and it definitely isn't always welcomed. Now a sought-after leadership consultant, coach, and the bestselling author of Firecracker Leadership, Sue has spent decades helping others untangle the messy mix of self-doubt, ambition, and perception that so many leaders face. From appointing judges in the UK to mentoring senior professionals, she's seen just how common imposter syndrome really is, and why it's time we stop treating it like a personal flaw. On this episode of The Workplace Communication Podcast, we're diving into the complexities of imposter syndrome with Sue Musson. She challenges the narrative that confidence is arrogance and offers a refreshing, compassionate take on building real self-belief while still growing your skills. Join us as we reframe how we think about confidence, credibility, and what truly makes an effective leader. Leadership tips you won't want…

People in this episode

Host: Lindsay Lapaquette

Guest: Sue Musson

Topics covered

• imposter syndrome
• leadership
• confidence
• women in leadership
• self-doubt
• workplace culture

Keywords

• imposter syndrome
• leadership
• confidence
• self-doubt
• women in business
• workplace culture
• vulnerability

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Firecracker Leadership

Places: UK

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