9 to 5 Imposter
If you've ever sat in a team meeting or a boardroom and thought, "How did I get hired for this?"
You’re in the right place.
Andy Sajous and James Adams are tech veterans who realized that the most talented people in the industry are often the ones most plagued by Imposter Syndrome. On 9 to 5 Imposter, they pull back the curtain on the "lucky amateur" myth.
From the nuances of high performance environments, Andy and James tackle the intersection of career, culture, and psychology. This isn't just about feeling better; it's about performing better by understanding the "imposter" inside us all. Join a community of hundreds of professionals turning their greatest insecurity into their greatest competitive edge.
It's an engaging and thought-provoking listen.
9 to 5 Imposter
Interview with Eric Shanks: The Imposter Within
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In this episode, hosts James and Andy welcome their first guest, Eric Shanks, a principal technical marketing engineer. Eric shares his personal journey with imposter syndrome, discussing his accomplishments, including obtaining multiple technical certifications and how fear and self-doubt fueled these achievements. The discussion touches on the balance between using imposter syndrome as a motivator and the potential for burnout. Eric emphasizes the importance of acknowledging imposter syndrome and finding healthy coping mechanisms. He advises listeners to understand the impact it has on their careers and to seek supportive management. The episode aims to normalize conversations around imposter syndrome and offers insights into dealing with it positively.