Why Successful Women Still Don't Feel Good Enough | Dr. Liz Dubois-Erskine #225

In this episode of The Inner Entrepreneur, Paul sits down with leadership coach, speaker, author, and recovery advocate Dr. Liz Dubois-Erskine to explore the hidden pressures that shape leadership, identity, confidence, and success. Drawing on her work with high-performing leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives, Liz shares why so many capable people feel held back—not by a lack of skill or ambition, but by the stories they carry about who they are allowed to be.   About the guest: Dr. Liz Dubois-Erskine is a leadership coach, speaker, podcast host, and author focused on helping leaders break through internal barriers that limit their impact. https://drlizdubois.com/   About the host: Paul Ryan is CEO of Temple Group and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. pauljryan.net Key Topics Discussed Why pressure reveals who we really are The difference between authentic leadership and performative leadership How insecurity shows up differently for men and women The hidden cost of constantly seeking approval Why many women struggle with deservingness and self-belief Leadership, confidence, and societal conditioning The relationship between money, power, and decision-making How family systems influence leadership behaviour Why successful people often feel held back by invisible ceilings The importance of healing old stories and limiting beliefs What prevents leaders from stepping fully into their potential How authenticity creates stronger leadership and healthier businesses Memorable Insights "Pressure doesn't create character—it reveals it." "For many women, insecurity feels like protection. For many men, insecurity feels like an obstacle." "The goal isn't to become fearless. The goal is to move forward anyway." "Authentic leadership begins when you stop performing and start being yourself." "The stories that once protected us often become the very things that hold us back."   In This Episode You Will Learn Why leadership challenges are often internal rather than external How cultural programming shapes confidence and self-worth The role that authenticity plays in high-performance leadership Why approval-seeking limits growth and decision-making How power dynamics influence leadership and relationships Practical ways to challenge limiting beliefs and expand your potential Why healing old emotional patterns can unlock business growth If You Enjoyed This Episode If this conversation resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend or colleague. Every share helps us reach more entrepreneurs seeking greater purpose, prosperity, and fulfilment in both business and life.