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EPISODE · Dec 3, 2025 · 27 MIN

Heart & Graft (Episode 12) - Fraud Squad: When Good People Doubt Their Great Work

from Heart & Graft · host Nicky McCrudden

Imposter feelings are not a personal flaw, they are often the price of caring deeply and learning. In this episode of Heart and Graft, Nicky explores why so many thoughtful, conscientious professionals secretly feel like frauds and what leaders and teams can do to turn down the volume on that inner critic. We explore the origins of Imposter Phenomenon, and how some organisations are helping to combat it.    Why listen: To normalize imposter feelings.​ To collect playful but powerful practices (like “failure cakes”) you can adapt for your own workplace.​ To learn a simple mindset tool you can use yourself or when coaching others to challenge harsh self-talk.​

Imposter feelings are not a personal flaw, they are often the price of caring deeply and learning. In this episode of Heart and Graft, Nicky explores why so many thoughtful, conscientious professionals secretly feel like frauds and what leaders and teams can do to turn down the volume on that inner critic. We explore the origins of Imposter Phenomenon, and how some organisations are helping to combat it.    Why listen: To normalize imposter feelings.​ To collect playful but powerful practices (like “failure cakes”) you can adapt for your own workplace.​ To learn a simple mindset tool you can use yourself or when coaching others to challenge harsh self-talk.​

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