Elizabeth Willetts and her special guest, Genna Clark, tackle a hot-button topic in this online workshop – imposter syndrome! Whether you’ve heard of it, suffer from it, or don’t even think you’re worthy of the label ‘imposter syndrome’, you’ll definitely learn something from watching this enlightening discussion.
Genna is a certified personal development and leadership coach for women, and she’s on a mission to bring more feminine energy into the workplace. She ties the lack of feminine energy in the workplace to female employees suffering disproportionately from imposter syndrome. If women feel that they’re not welcome in the workplace, they’re more likely to begin to doubt themselves and their abilities. This doubt naturally leads to feeling like an imposter and women not putting themselves forward for career development opportunities.
Genna and Elizabeth discuss what imposter syndrome is. Genna explains the model of the four stages of competence and how imposter syndrome can occur or reoccur many times in your life. Genna also dives into the difference between introverts and extroverts. She gives practical tips for combating imposter syndrome, including coaching and consciously acknowledging and celebrating your successes. Listen out for her life lesson about Beyoncé and her helpful mantra on her business being like a turtle!
Timestamps
[1:17] Genna introduces herself and talks about her mission to bring more feminine energy into the workplace
[3:30] When the workplace isn’t designed to accommodate women
[4:37] “You have to see it to be it”
[5:38] What is imposter syndrome? How imposter syndrome can make us not show up as our best selves
[8:05] Who suffers from imposter syndrome?
[9:03] Genna breaks down the ‘Four Stages of Competence’ model
[12:35] What happens to people at the top of the ladder
[16:16] Self-confidence is a form of trust in yourself
[18:18] A career break like maternity leave can shrink your zone of confidence
[19:40] Being kind to yourself after a shock like redundancy
[21:06] A question for Genna: How do we climb to the top of the competence ladder, and how quickly should we aim to climb it?
[23:30] Genna’s helpful turtle mantra
[25:42] Viewer Nancy’s experience of battling imposter syndrome
[27:52] A question from Facebook: How can I be more extroverted in the workplace?
[30:30] What’s the difference between being an introvert and an extrovert?
[34:53] A question from a viewer: How can businesses support workers with imposter syndrome? Genna talks about adapting to change, especially in light of the enormous changes we’ve all experienced in the pandemic
[36:56] Practical tips from Genna to tackle imposter syndrome, especially for women
[38:55] Learn to reflect on your own successes and recognise your achievements
[41:52] Life lessons from Beyoncé
[44:44] A reflection from a viewer: Change can come from the top down if leaders demonstrate that vulnerability is acceptable in the workplace
[47:27] Where to go to find Genna online
Links
The Women’s Leadership Space site
Watch our other LinkedIn Live with Genna Clark: How to Achieve Your Impossible Goal and Achieve Your Career Dreams for more expert career tips.
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