Bring Your Own Chair: Combatting Imposter Syndrome in Healthcare Leadership
Healthcare Executive PodcastShow Notes
What’s behind persistent self-doubt in accomplished leaders? William “Marty” Martin, PsyD, speaks with Tiara Walz, PhD, FACHE, and Lindsey Umlauf, DPT, FACHE, about imposter syndrome, why high achievers dismiss praise, how career transitions reactivate doubt, and the roles of inner critics and comparison in sustaining self-doubt.
The guests acknowledge contributions provided by Allison Ferro, PhD, FACHE, and Amelia Duran-Stanton, PhD.
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