How New Managers Can Handle Impostor Syndrome

New manager Sarah Chen felt like a fraud after being promoted to lead a data science team of eight. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore why impostor syndrome hits new managers especially hard and what to do about it. They break down a specific tactic from executive coach Dr. Marcia Reynolds: the 'evidence log' — a simple practice of writing down three things you did well each day for thirty days. Lucas explains why typical self-help advice like 'fake it till you make it' backfires for managers, and why the real fix is about shifting from proving your worth to serving your team. Luna shares how she used the evidence log after her own promotion and what surprised her about the results. They also discuss why impostor syndrome is a signal of competence, not a sign of weakness, and how to spot the difference between normal self-doubt and a systemic problem. If you're a new manager who's ever wondered whether you deserve the role, this episode offers a concrete, research-backed approach to quieting that voice. #ImpostorSyndrome #NewManager #Leadership #CareerAdvice #MarciaReynolds #EvidenceLog #SelfDoubt #ManagerTips #First90Days #Management #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeamLeadership #ExecutiveCoaching #WorkplacePsychology #CareerGrowth #Business #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo