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EPISODE · Jun 17, 2026 · 25 MIN

How I stop imposter syndrome getting in my way at work (the full guide)

from The Boardroom by Heather Elkington

You go into the conversation with a plan. Then they push back, and suddenly you’re convincing yourself you were wrong all along.In this episode, Heather gets into the part of leadership nobody prepares you for, the moment a difficult conversation goes sideways, and your confidence completely disappears.She covers:Why imposter syndrome hits hardest in difficult conversationsHow to hold your position when someone pushes back hardWhy silence in a conversation is not weakness, it’s strategyWhat to do when a conversation gets heated and you don’t know what to sayWhy growth matters more than perfection in leadershipGot a situation at work you don’t know how to handle?Send it in at [email protected], two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous.And if you’re a manager or business owner who wants a clearer picture of how your team is really doing, join the Custard waitlist here: https://custardlearns.com/launch-waitlist?utm_source=captivate&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=waitlist_promo&utm_content=podcast_EP3_showdescriptionNew episodes every Wednesday, 8 AM (perfect for your commute)Listen & follow:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033uKbjXmIrXKCb0EuzXXg?si=58205f3097864d97Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boardroom/id1896894691Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/628ce2c6-d282-45ef-80c9-c1132f67a57f/the-boardroomYouTube: https://youtube.com/@leadershipheather?si=JB0X24-cDem23SKdInstagram: @the.boardroompodcastAnd btw, Heather drops practical leadership tips to over 28,000 managers every Tuesday morning, join the link here: https://www.inthemakingleadership.com/welcome

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