#82. "From Corporate to Consulting: Overcoming Self-Doubt & Imposter Syndrome" - Leanne Hughes

Join me and the powerhouse Leanne Hughes as we uncover the common fears that hold people back from pursuing their goals, particularly the fear of failure. Leanne shares her insights on how the best way to test ideas is by putting them into the world and learning from the experience. We also discuss her challenges when transitioning from the corporate world to running her own business, including dealing with self-doubt and imposter syndrome. Leanne offers valuable advice on effective workshop facilitation, including how to re-engage a disengaged audience and the importance of setting clear expectations. Throughout our conversation, we highlight the power of collaboration and the true essence of leadership, which is listening to your team rather than imposing your ideas.About our guest:Leanne Hughes is a dynamic consultant, speaker, and facilitator who specializes in maximizing team potential through impactful and contagious work experiences. With a background in Marketing and a deep passion for Group Dynamics and Psychology, she designs and leads workshops that foster meaningful change, enhance performance, and build cultures of success. Leanne is particularly skilled in virtual events, offering both live delivery and behind-the-scenes coaching. As an author of The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint and The First Time Facilitator, Leanne empowers leaders to create engaging experiences that drive results. A keynote speaker and podcaster, she champions transparency, innovation, and experimentation across industries including construction, mining, tourism, and education. Recognized for her contributions, Leanne was inducted into The Million Dollar Consulting® Hall of Fame in 2022 and was awarded Learning Professional of the Year at the 2021 Asia Pacific Learning Impact Awards.Follow Our Guest:Website: https://www.leannehughes.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leannehughespage/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannehughes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leannehughes/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LeanneHughesFollow Us On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestevehodgson/https://www.instagram.com/sharewithsteve/Episode Highlights:00:00 - Episode Trailer04:01 - Hated it... until I didn’t06:17 - Too much structure kills creativity13:30 - Diversifying offerings helped me stay afloat18:23 - Biggest mistake as a leader22:56 - The weakest brands never share their ideas25:01 - No audience goals, just proving I can commit33:59 - What makes something worth coming back to38:36 - Self-doubt never disappears—it just shifts45:33 - Why podcasting is an investment in luck48:13 - A Missed Opportunity51:56 - Breaking the Corporate Mindset of "More Time = More Value"53:36 - Role of Failure in Success01:01:23 - The "Best Kept Secret" Syndrome in Consulting01:03:05 - Popcorn Moments