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Bonus | Imposter Syndrome – Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah
“When you’re connected and things are flowing out of you, that is your true self, that is you showing up as who you authentically are.”
— Leah Jolly
In this bonus episode, we dive deep into the topic of imposter syndrome and share our own fears and anxieties surrounding it.
Oh boy, do we know how tough it can be for lactation consultants!
The expectations and pressures can be sky-high. And let’s not forget about the impact imposter syndrome can have on our professional growth and confidence. It’s a real bummer, but don’t worry, we’ve got some great advice coming your way.
Listen now to discover:
- What exactly is imposter syndrome (2:55)
- How your gender and race also impact imposter syndrome (7:45)
- The high expectations we put on ourselves (20:33)
- The pressure to prove your value (25:37)
“Your fear of being inadequate pales compared with your fear of being extraordinary”
— Annie Frisbie
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- Subscribe to the Deeper Dive Membership: https://learn.paperlesslactation.com/subscription/deeper-dive-membership
- Have an idea for a podcast episode or a Deeper Dive? Let us know! https://learn.paperlesslactation.com/form/collaborate
Highlights:
1:33 – A centering exercise
2:55 – What exactly is imposter syndrome
7:45 – How your gender and race also impact imposter syndrome
11:01 – Different types of imposter syndrome
20:33 – The high expectations we put on ourselves
25:37 – The pressure to prove your value
38:57 – Getting feedback from clients
About Us
Leah Jolly is a private practice IBCLC with Bay Area Breastfeeding in Houston, Texas. Annie Frisbie is a private practice IBCLC serving Queens and Brooklyn in New York City, and the creator of Paperless Lactation.
The Lactation Business Coaching podcast is produced by us and edited by Jillian Grover, who also writes our show notes. Our theme song is by Silas Wade.
