Liz Career Coaching
Welcome to the Liz Career Coaching podcast, my name is Liz Herrera and I am your host, career coach and job search ally. I have dedicated most of my profession as a career coach and have worked with many clients and students that have found their niche or continue to strive to find career happiness, purpose and satisfaction. For many reasons, some people find themselves in a career path that does not align with their goals and overall purpose. If you are launching your career or ready for your next career move, this podcast will empower you to pave your path and take the action steps to get you where you need to be. Episodes will entail discussion and interviews around values, interests, finding career satisfaction, uncovering and leveraging strengths, and conversations with professionals in diverse industries. Music: https://www.purple-planet.comArtwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design
Liz Career Coaching
Feeling like a fraud? Let's talk about "Imposter Syndrome" with Dr. Sanchez
Do you ever second guess your accomplishments, skills and abilities and feel like you will be discovered? Do you experience feelings of being a fraud or non-deserving of a promotion or that higher level title? You are not alone! These feelings of being a fraud despite one's achievements is known as imposter phenomenon. In this episode, I have a candid conversation with Dr. Adriana Sanchez, a counseling psychologist, who provides a deeper insight into this phenomenon, the research behind it, and strategies to manage these feelings of self-doubt.
About Dr. Sanchez:
Dr. Adriana Sanchez is a second-generation Mexican American and proud first-generation college graduate. As a Counseling Psychologist, her clinical practice and research has focused on the mental health and educational attainment of historically marginalized and under-served populations. She is passionate about culturally affirming and trauma-informed treatment, clinical training and supervision, social justice outreach and advocacy, and consultation. She currently works as a mental health provider for university students.
Episode highlights:
- How societal pressures influence feelings of imposter syndrome
- Recognizing the external factors and systems that contribute to experiencing imposter phenomenon
- Not allowing these feelings of self-doubt to impact your career trajectory
- Strategies in managing feelings of being an imposter
- Challenging our inner thoughts and negative self-talk
Resources:
- "Stop Telling Women They Have Imposter Syndrome" by Ruchika Tulshyan and Jodi-Ann Burey (Harvard Business Review 2021)
- Inclusion on Purpose: An Intersectional Approach to Creating a Culture of Belonging at Work
- TEDx “Why You Should Not Bring Your Authentic Self to Work”
Connect with me!
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizcareercoaching/
- Website: https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/HerreraLiz27
- Email: lizcareercoaching@gmail.com
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design