69. Why High Achievers Still Feel Like Imposters (Jill Stoddard)

In this episode of the Ideas on Stage podcast we spoke with Dr. Jill Stoddard.Dr. Stoddard is passionate about sharing her expertise in psychology to help people flourish in their work and health. She is an international and TEDx speaker, award-winning former professor, three-time book author, licensed psychologist, coach, and co-host of the Psychologists Off the Clock podcast.Her books have been translated into twelve languages and include: The Big Book of ACT Metaphors; Be Mighty; and Imposter No More. Her thoughts have also appeared in the Washington Post, New York Times, Psychology Today, The Boston Globe, and more. She regularly appears on podcasts and as an expert source for various media outlets. She lives in Newburyport, MA with her husband, two kids, and disobedient French Bulldog.  In this episode we talked about the imposter phenomenon. What You'll Learn:- Why “imposter syndrome” is the wrong term – and what to call it instead- Why success often increases self-doubt instead of erasing it- How great leaders create a culture of vulnerability and self-compassion- The power of holding outcomes lightly to reduce stress and fear- Practical strategies to manage imposter feelings and take action anywayIn This Episode:02:34 - Why ‘Imposter Syndrome’ Is Misleading14:29 - Why High Achievers Feel Like Frauds22:57 - Getting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable 28:19 - Nerves Mean You Care32:47 - Holding outcomes lightly41:12 - Great Leaders Model Self-CompassionWe hope you enjoy it! ———————Jill Stoddard:- Website: https://jillstoddard.com/- Speaking: https://www.thewellbeingspeakers.com/ - TEDx Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/jill_stoddard_how_to_succeed_in_every_moment_even_when_you_re_failing - The 5 types of imposter: https://jillstoddard.com/quizzes Recommended book: Likeable Badass: How Women Get the Success They Deserve by Alison Fragale———————IDEAS ON STAGE RESOURCES - Books: ‘Confident Presenter’ (https://www.ideasonstage.com/resources/confident-presenter-book/) and ‘Business Presentation Revolution’ (https://www.ideasonstage.com/business-presentation-revolution/book/)- The Confident Presenter Scorecard: https://ideasonstage.com/score  - Free Web Class: https://www.ideasonstage.com/uk/masterclass  - Free Mini-Course: https://bit.ly/confident-presenter-mini-course  #IdeasOnStagePodcast #ImposterSyndrome #Leadership #PersonalGrowth