Reframing Imposter Syndrome

The pervasive phenomenon of Imposter Syndrome takes centre stage in our latest Work FORCE episode. Offering expert insights and lessons from personal experiences, the discussion delves into triggers like perfectionism and workplace dynamics. Strategies for managers, such as fostering trust and promoting psychological safety, are discussed, alongside the need for organisational changes. From advocating for cultural shifts in leadership to utilising action-oriented mantras, the conversation underscores the importance of addressing Imposter Syndrome for overall workplace well-being.

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Joining the Work FORCE discussion are:

Dr. Ivan Joseph

Dr. Ivan Joseph is an award-winning performance coach, leadership expert and internationally renowned speaker. His TEDx talk, “The Skill of Self-Confidence,” has over 28 million views and was named by Forbes as one of the 10 Best TED Talks on the Meaning of Life. Ivan currently serves as the Vice President of Students at Wilfrid Laurier University with 25 years of experience in higher education. He holds a PhD in Psychology and has successfully applied research and theory to leading cultural transformation and creating cohesive teams. At Graceland University, Ivan coached the men’s and women’s soccer teams to #1 national rankings winning a national championship. Later as the Director of Athletics at Toronto Metropolitan University, Ivan spearheaded the landmark $100M renovation of the historic Maple Leaf Gardens and led TMU’s teams to win the first provincial and national championships in the university’s history. Most recently he led Guyana’s Women’s National Team to be undefeated in the 2021 Concacaf World-Cup Qualifiers. 

Find out more about Dr. Ivan Joseph on his website: www.drivanjoseph.com

Lisa Orbé-Austin

Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin is a licensed psychologist and executive coach. She earned her doctorate in Counselling Psychology from Columbia University. Her expertise on imposter syndrome is regularly sought by the media and she has appeared in outlets such as The Financial Times, The Today Show, Good Morning America, Forbes, The Huffington Post, Refinery29. She has also been honoured twice as a Top Voice on LinkedIn in the areas of Job Search and Careers and Mental Health. Dr. Orbé-Austin has been an invited speaker at various national conferences. She recently gave a TEDx talk entitled "The Impostor Syndrome Paradox: Unleashing the Power of You." 

She was trained as a clinician and researcher and her work is focused on providing practical, achievable results through research-backed science. She is...