Ditching Imposter Syndrome

This episode is for you, if you want to make a difference, creating a genuinely level playing field, love the idea of 'break the bias', but aren't sure how to do it without getting shouty and angry and telling everybody what they're doing wrong! If you've ever got stuck in the "who am I to do this?" 3am self-talk, then this episode is for you! And if you want to know the secret for creating breakt...

Have you ever been told to push on through the fear? And found out how disastrously that can go? Have you ever seen that advice on social media and beaten yourself up because you didn't want to push on through the fear? Is it time to forget the 'feel the fear' message? And if it is, what could we be doing instead? Here's what we'll cover in this episode: The positive intention behind the 'feel the...

Do you ever find yourself worrying? What-iffing? Catastrophising? Have you noticed how this cranks up stress and tension? But worrying is costing you so much more than just lost sleep! Here's why you need to kick the worry-habit - and how to do it. In this episode, you'll cover: What really happens when we worry The one question never to ask someone (or yourself!) if they're worrying The risks of...

My Imposter Syndrome journey started in earnest once I realised that the myriad of resources at my fingertips due to being a certified NLP Trainer weren't enough to deal with it. And that lightbulb happened the day I nearly punched a Buddhist monk. Today's Ditching Imposter Syndrome podcast episode is for you if you've ever found yourself stuck on the emotional rollercoaster, feeling frustrated wi...

How can you motivate yourself to switch from 'coping' with Imposter Syndrome to actually doing something about it? And what's really driving the show, when we're self-sabotaging and scared that we'll be 'found out' as a fraud? In this episode of the Ditching Imposter Syndrome podcast, you will discover: How to spot the impact Imposter Syndrome is having for you and what it is costing you The five...

Mindset isn't enough to shift Imposter Syndrome, according to our landmark research study. And today's Ditching Imposter Syndrome podcast episodes explains why. It's for you if you've ever tried positive thinking and found it didn't work, if your inner critic didn't respond well to willpower, and if you still find yourself subconsciously self-sabotaging, especially on the things that matter most t...

What on earth is the opposite of Imposter Syndrome? And why does it matter? And why does the fact that so many people get this wrong leave them stuck, struggling with Imposter Syndrome for years? In today's episode of the Ditching Imposter Syndrome podcast you will discover: What Imposter Syndrome was originally called, and why that's actually a better name for it, even if it's harder to say My de...

It's time to talk about returning to the office... and five ways this could make Imposter Syndrome worse. Don't get me wrong - I'm not suggesting we all camp out at home. But we do need to be aware of how hybrid working can trigger Imposter Syndrome's coping strategies, increasing stress, anxiety and performance issues. Plus I'll be sharing what we can do to prevent this, both on an organisational...

I want to talk about a topic that is close to lots of our hearts: why what we're doing isn't fixing burnout, and Imposter Syndrome's secret role. This is for you if you find yourself beating yourself up, wondering how you can keep juggling everything, scared that your performance is sliding, productivity is nose-diving, deadlines are passing, and we feel like we're holding our breath, waiting to b...

Being able to spot the Imposter Syndrome warning signs is essential, if you want to avoid self-sabotaging - because most of the time that self-sabotage is subconscious: it runs on auto-pilot thought patterns in the brain. So in this episode of the Ditching Imposter Syndrome podcast, I'm going to guide you through how to spot the most common warning signs - both in yourself and in others, so you ca...

There's a topic that's hitting my inbox each and every day at the moment - and the essence of it is why I can't ditch Imposter Syndrome for you. And that's not as obvious a statement as it might seem! This episode is a queue-jumper. I was planning to talk with you about how to spot the warning signs for Imposter Syndrome this week, but this topic is so important, I didn't want it to wait. Here's W...

Is it time to set yourself free from the Imposter Syndrome bridge of coping strategies? Find out what it is - and how we use it to deal with the 'Imposter Syndrome Gap' - and why it falls apart whenever we have to stretch a comfort zone or step up with our visibility. In this episode, you'll discover what the research has to say about this, why most of the advice out there on the internet about Im...

"Just clear out your hidden blocks and limiting beliefs!" is something I see in well-meaning articles every day. But how do you even know what they are? They're masters of disguise. So in this episode of the Ditching Imposter Syndrome podcast, Clare Josa shares with you her super-simple self-mentoring question that can help you to spot what your blocks are on any topic in life, in just a few minut...

Ever wondered whether Imposter Syndrome and self-doubt / lack of confidence are the same thing? Hint: they're not. And knowing the difference is vitally important, as you'll discover in this episode. Plus I talk about why 'closing the gap' is the key to setting yourself free from that secret 3am self-talk - and how this is getting in the way in the gender and BAME pay gaps. There are lots of deep-...

Today is the first instalment of the  Going Beyond Goals  mini-series – and we’re looking at the critical difference between visions and goals – and how to make them ‘imp-proof’. This is for you if you have a big goal in mind for the year ahead and you’ve found yourself resisting, or procrastinating, or feeling a teeny bit scared about taking inspired action on it. You’re going to discov...

Today we're talking about why SMART goals STINK and how they can hold you back from achieving your dreams! I taught my first project management course when I was 25 and used SMART goals throughout my corporate life, but now I can't stand them! In this episode of the Ditch Your Imps! podcast you'll discover the one secret ingredient that is missing from SMART goals, but which is vital if you want t...

On international 'Ditch your New Year resolutions' day, we're talking about how our 'imps' - our negative self-talk, those hidden fears, blocks, limiting beliefs and excuses get in the way of our dreams. You'll learn how to spot the early warning signs, so you can turn this around before things get out of hand. Plus you'll get a chance to experience how achieving your dreams could feel, once your...

Want to know how to achieve your goals, even if you hate the hustle? Then today's episode of the Ditch Your Imps! podcast is for you! In it you'll learn why 'do it scared' is such bad advice, how it can cause us to self-sabotage our dreams, without realising it, and the secret to achieving massive results, without the burnout. Shownotes & resources: www.ditchyourimps.com/002/ Grab your place o...

Do you ever get that sinking feeling about your New Year Resolutions, secretly knowing you'll be with the 90% of people for whom they're (statistically) 'old news' by the end of this week? Today's Ditch Your Imps! episode shares three reasons why our best intentions fall apart - and a fresh way of approaching changing your life, which could turn things around for you. Shownotes: www. DitchYourImps...

Welcome to the Ditching Imposter Syndrome podcast from Clare Josa! Here's what to expect from the coming episodes. If what's waiting for you sounds great to you, make sure you hit 'subscribe' to catch each episode. You're going to get practical inspiration for getting out of your own way, so you can make the impact you're dreaming of making in the coming year and beyond!