How Executives Handle the Imposter Syndrome That Follows a Big Promotion

Episode notes

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the acute imposter syndrome that strikes right after a major promotion - the moment the title is real and the doubt kicks in. They break down why competence actually feeds the feeling, using a well-known example: a VP who kept the job but kept asking herself when she'd 'get found out.' They share a three-part framework for separating signal from noise in your own self-assessment, why peer review beats private rumination, and the practical habit of keeping a 'receipts file' of your own wins. They also talk about when the feeling is actually useful data, not just a glitch to fix. If you've ever caught yourself thinking 'they're going to realize I don't belong here,' this is the episode for you - a calm, evidence-based guide to making the doubt work for you instead of against you. #ImposterSyndrome #ExecutiveCareers #Leadership #CareerAdvice #Promotion #SelfDoubt #ExecutiveCoaching #SeniorLeadership #WomenInLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #Confidence #CareerStrategy #SuccessMindset #CorporateWorld #Careers #BusinessPodcast #FexingoBusiness #WorkplacePsychology Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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