All About Scent Work Podcast22 Juli 2025

Imposter Syndrome: Discussion with Teah Anders and Silke Wittig

Have you ever felt as though you were being smothered by a blanket of doubt when it comes to Scent Work? Are you second guessing every little thing you do, paralyzed with fear of making a mistake? Perhaps you are making excuses not to trial, go to class or even practice or train. As an instructor, do you feel your confidence absolutely shattered, concerned you will be found out to not know anything at all?

If this sounds familiar, there is a good likelihood you are suffering from imposter syndrome and you are not alone!

In this episode we are privileged to speak with Teah Anders and Silke Wittig, Certified Mental Management Coaches, about this crucial topic, how imposter syndrome manifests within the Scent Work community, tips for handlers, competitors and instructors and so much more.

Looking to learn more? Check out these resources:

Silke Wittig is offering a live webinar through Scent Work University you definitely want to check out, Nerves Poisoning the Fun Webinar.

Additionally, Silke offers virtual consultations and coaching throug her business, HeRo Canine Consulting.

Teah Anders offers online and in-person Mental Management seminars and coaching through her site noseworkmind.com.

TRANSCRIPT

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