How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Why You Might Not Want To
From You’re the Boss, Now What? with Desiree Petrich | Leadership and Team Development for Managers and Team Leaders by Desiree Petrich - Intentional Action
June 11, 2026 · 24 min
About this episode
This episode explores imposter syndrome in leadership and reframes it as a potential sign of success.
Have you ever wondered if feeling like a fraud might actually be a sign you're doing something right? In this episode of You're the Boss, Now What?, host Desiree Petrich takes on one of the most common experiences in leadership, imposter syndrome, and reframes it completely. Imposter syndrome was first identified in 1978, and nearly 50 years later, it still shows up in every industry, every experience level, and every area of life. Whether you're a new manager questioning if your team r...
People in this episode
Host: Desiree Petrich
Topics covered
- imposter syndrome
- leadership
- self-doubt
- personal development
- team management
Keywords
- imposter syndrome
- leadership
- self-doubt
- management
- personal growth
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