#5 - Dealing with Imposter Syndrome with Mikaela Kiner

EPISODE NOTES

Topics Discussed in this Episode:

• .If you could have one superpower, what would it be?
• Ways to deal with imposter syndrome.
• Recognizing and labeling imposter syndrome. 
• The link between perfectionism and imposter syndrome.
• How can you get your butterflies flying in formation?
• Helping people embrace their unique strengths as opposed to do this, don't do that.
• The experiences of mid-career women who have been silenced, excluded, or talked over in the room. 
• The importance of mentoring and coaching to create a safe space to talk with someone who is not judging you. 
• The isolation of the faculty role and the importance of connecting with others outside of academia. 
• At the end of the day, we’re all human. 

Resources Discussed in this Episode:

• Reverb
• Michelle Obama and imposter syndrome and I’m good enough
• Brene Brown and I am enough
• Battle Tactics for Your Sexist Workplace podcast
• Female Firebrands: Stories and Techniques to Ignite Change, Take Control, and Succeed in the Workplace

Music Credits: Magic by Six Umbrellas