Oasis Podcasts9 Juni 2025

Working with Imposter Syndrome

Imposter syndrome is defined as "a psychological experience in which a person suffers from feelings of intellectual and/or professional fraudulence." When it shows up it can severely hamper the individual, impede performance, and destroy self worth.

In this episode, Glyn is in conversation with Sonia Mayor, a somatic therapist and leadership developer, and her client, Jo Cowling, People Director at Taylors of Harrogate, to unpack the layered reality of imposter syndrome - from both sides of the helping relationship.

Together, Glyn, Sonia and Jo explore how imposter syndrome shows up in leaders and why compassionate curiosity, not problem-solving, is a more liberating response when imposter syndrome does appear.

Additional resources

Ditching Imposter Syndrome by Clare Josa

Straightforward and highly practical. Includes neuroscience-informed strategies and tools, plus exercises you can bring into coaching.

The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown

A great companion for work around shame, perfectionism, and authenticity—all of which intertwine with imposter syndrome.

Overcoming Impostor Syndrome: Ten Essential Tools by Elizabeth Harrin

Aimed at professionals and leaders, this concise guide gives a toolkit approach ideal for integrating into coaching programs.

The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women by Valerie Young

One of the most widely recommended books on imposter syndrome. Focuses on different "competence types" and offers actionable strategies.

Especially useful for women but applicable across genders..

Article on Imposter Syndrome by Sonia Mayor

Article on taking a befriending approach to Imposter Syndrome by Sonia Mayor

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