Leadership Coaching Blog

We explore a counterintuitive but empowering idea: what if not knowing something is not a weakness but an advantage? My guest invites us to rethink impostor syndrome by viewing not knowing as the very thing that fuels creativity, innovative thinking and meaningful change.

I talk with my guest about his incredible journey from hiding deep emotional pain to finding healing, purpose and community through hiking. My guest offers practical, hopeful suggestions for connecting youth to nature, community and healthier emotional outlets.

We talk about where confidence comes from. My guest shares how she’s charted her own path by focusing on service, curiosity and the quiet power of believing that her voice matters too.

We explore the power of the subconscious mind and its profound influence on how we show up at work and in life.

We talk about the pressure to be perfect and the freedom that comes when we shift our focus to progress instead. We also explore how perfectionism and impostor syndrome often go hand in hand, especially for those raised to equate achievement with self-worth.

We talk about creating better workplaces. We also explore the difference between organizational responsibility and personal agency, the myth of hustle culture and how to redefine your worth beyond your job title.

We talk about how to build your self-empathy muscles in easy moments first so that you have the skills available to you when the stakes rise. We also explore why high achievers take the blame when things go wrong yet wave away credit when things go well, how empathy and judgment cannot coexist, and a simple practice to interrupt reactivity so you can lead with more clarity at work and at home.

We talk about why authenticity is overrated and what to do instead. We examine what DEI got wrong, how gender bias holds women back, and how AI can help us create more meritocratic systems.

We explore what it takes to create teams that are not only high-performing but also deeply connected and resilient, especially in today’s fast-changing workplace.

We explore what it really means to lead with authenticity in a world that doesn’t always welcome it. My guest also offers practical, encouraging advice on how to build a network (even as an introvert), how to start authentic conversations and how to lead from a place of generosity instead of fear.

We dive into what it really means to lead with courage and integrity in complex and sometimes disheartening environments. My guest also shares powerful insights on intergenerational mentorship, networking for values-aligned connection and how to stay grounded when perfectionism and urgency take over.

Together, we talk about the shifting landscape of connection, especially for younger generations, and how technology, the pandemic and evolving social norms have made it harder to build and maintain authentic relationships.

We dive into the psychology behind high performance. Together we explore the hidden forces that shape high performers, from early emotional wounds that fuel relentless ambition to the dysfunctional patterns that drive success but undermine fulfillment.

We explore why self-trust matters more than fearlessness, how small, low-risk experiments can rewire long-held patterns of self-doubt and practical ways to pause, observe your triggers and create new neural “tracks” that support courage and authentic action.

Together, we unpack how to decide if an MBA really fits your goals, when it can open doors and when it might not be the best use of your time and money.

We unpack what burnout really is (and isn’t), how to recognize its unique signs and why exhaustion, cynicism and self-doubt often travel together. We also explore practical ways to shift from constant reactivity to proactive self-care, including Alison’s simple but powerful stressor scan exercise to bring clarity and agency back to your week.

We dig into the ABCs of charisma (Authenticity, Boldness, Curiosity), why confidence is quiet and deeply human and how kindness and decency fuel true influence and connection.

In this episode of The Impostor Syndrome Files , we explore what it takes to create a fulfilling professional life while also protecting our well-being. My guest this week is Bree Groff, a seasoned consultant, transformation expert and author of Today Was Fun: A Book About Work (Seriously) . Bree shares her unconventional career journey from teaching middle and high school math and physics, to acting, to consulting and culture change and ultimately to authoring a book about j

We talk about learning to manage impostor syndrome by recognizing how your hard work has led to your success.

We talk about what it really takes to lead when the stakes are high. We also dig into practical tools like vulnerable narration, weekly reviews and micro-moments for learning so you keep growing even when time is tight.