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The Impodsters™

Release Date: 01/05/2025

8. Joy and Leadership: How Compassionate Leadership Can Transform Lives with Janet Miller show art 8. Joy and Leadership: How Compassionate Leadership Can Transform Lives with Janet Miller

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What if your drive for meaning and purpose isn’t just ambition… but a response to imposter syndrome? In this episode of The Impodsters Podcast, host Johnny sits down with Nashville powerhouse and legacy leader Janet Miller to unpack the hidden layers of imposter syndrome that often live beneath success, ambition, and purpose-driven work. Together, they explore the unique pressures that come with being seen as a leader—especially when your inner voice quietly questions whether you truly deserve the recognition. Janet opens up about her own journey, sharing moments of doubt, the weight of...

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What if imposter syndrome isn’t a disorder at all? In this powerful episode, psychologist and author Dr. Jill Stoddard joins The Imposters to break down why “imposterism” affects so many of us — and why that might not be such a bad thing. From perfectionism to parenting, from evolution to acceptance, this is a deep, real, and even funny look at how we talk to ourselves and what we believe about our worth.  Topics we explore: Why “imposter syndrome” is the wrong name The 5 imposter types: which one are you? Evolutionary roots of self-doubt How being “othered” leads...

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What if what you’re feeling isn’t just self-doubt, but something deeper and more persistent? In this episode of The Impodsters Podcast, hosts John, Jeff, and Kyle dive into one of the most misunderstood aspects of imposter syndrome: the often blurry boundary between everyday self-doubt and the deeper, more chronic experience of imposter syndrome. The hosts explore what makes imposter syndrome so unique – the internal voice that persists despite evidence of your success, and the emotional weight that comes with constantly feeling like a fraud. Throughout the episode, they reflect on their...

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What if imposter syndrome isn’t just a feeling of self-doubt but a side effect of success? In this episode of The Impodsters Podcast, the hosts sit down with Kris Kelso, a thought leader on imposter syndrome, keynote speaker, and author of Overcoming the Imposter. With over 70,000 views on his TED talk about the topic, Kris shares his expertise on understanding and overcoming imposter syndrome, especially in high achievers and creatives. The conversation kicks off with Kris's unique definition of imposter syndrome, describing it as “a pattern of thinking where a person systematically and...

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Do you ever feel like you don’t deserve your success? Get to Know Johnny – The Impodsters Podcast (Episode 4) Show Notes In this episode of The Impodsters Podcast, we continue our three-part series on imposter syndrome as Johnny takes the hot seat! Kyle leads the discussion, asking Johnny 20 thought-provoking questions about self-doubt, leadership, and overcoming imposter syndrome. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Defining Imposter Syndrome – How it stems from fear, perceived weaknesses, and self-doubt.  Overcoming Leadership Challenges – Johnny shares his experience in a...

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What if imposter syndrome isn’t just self-doubt but a side effect of success? In this insightful episode of The Impodsters, co-host Jeff steps into the hot seat for the second installment of our three-part series on imposter syndrome. Using 20 pre-prepared questions, Jeff dives deep into the roots of imposter syndrome, why it affects high achievers and creatives, and how it can both motivate and hinder success. The conversation begins with psychologist Pauline Rose Clance’s definition of imposter syndrome and unpacks why high performers often feel like they’re never "enough." Jeff...

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What if the voice in your head telling you you're not good enough was louder than the applause you receive? In this raw and thought-provoking episode of The Impodsters, co-host Kyle opens up about his lifelong battle with imposter syndrome in the first installment of a three-part series. While co-host Jeff is away due to a family emergency, Kyle and the host dive deep into the inner workings of self-doubt and its profound impact on Kyle's personal and professional life. Kyle shares how his challenging childhood, marked by abuse and poverty, shaped his harsh inner critic. From rapidly climbing...

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Ever feel like a fraud, no matter how much you've achieved? You're not alone. In the debut episode of The Impodsters, hosts Jeff, Kyle, and John dive deep into their personal battles with imposter syndrome—the nagging voice that tells you you're not deserving of your success. From Jeff’s life-changing mentorship experience to Kyle’s raw reflections on using his challenging upbringing as fuel for success, and John’s transformative chat with business coach Kris Kelso, this episode explores the realities of imposter syndrome. Tune in to hear how vulnerability, mentorship, and shared...

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Ever feel like a fraud, no matter how much you've achieved? You're not alone. In the debut episode of The Impodsters, hosts Jeff, Kyle, and John dive deep into their personal battles with imposter syndrome—the nagging voice that tells you you're not deserving of your success. From Jeff’s life-changing mentorship experience to Kyle’s raw reflections on using his challenging upbringing as fuel for success, and John’s transformative chat with business coach Kris Kelso, this episode explores the realities of imposter syndrome. Tune in to hear how vulnerability, mentorship, and shared stories can help quiet the inner critic and offer tools to manage self-doubt in your career, relationships, and beyond.

00:00:04 - John introduces The Impodsters podcast, highlighting its focus on self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and personal stories.

00:00:26 - The hosts share the purpose behind the podcast: exploring struggles with imposter syndrome and helping listeners feel less alone.

00:02:13 - John defines imposter syndrome using the Oxford Dictionary, explaining its connection to high achievement and self-doubt.

00:05:05 - Jeff emphasizes the difference between self-doubt and imposter syndrome and highlights the role of shared experiences in overcoming it.

00:09:56 Jeff recounts how his mentor, Charlie, helped him navigate imposter syndrome and inspired him to support others.

00:12:09 Kyle shares his story, discussing his traumatic upbringing, the drive it created, and the crippling self-doubt he faces.

00:16:30 - John reflects on the paradox of external success and internal struggles, comparing it to a duck gliding on water.

00:22:20 - Jeff talks about building resilience through challenges and how it helps improve responses to future obstacles.

00:27:10 - John shares how a pivotal conversation with kris Kelso introduced him to imposter syndrome and shifted his perspective.

00:34:52 -The hosts preview future episodes, promising interviews, practical tools, and strategies for navigating imposter syndrome.

Resources Mentioned:

Adam Grant and Scott Galloway on Imposter Syndrome – Gain valuable insights from their conversation. Watch here

 Kris Kelso’s Overcoming the Impostor – Explore tools to reframe and manage imposter syndrome. Learn more

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