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What does it mean to carry your professional identity everywhere you go? Judge Courtney Boehm of Kansas's 8th Judicial District pulls back the curtain on her journey from public defender to the bench, revealing the surprising reality that she's "never not a judge" – even during routine trips to Walmart.

Throughout our candid conversation, Judge Boehm shares vulnerable insights about battling imposter syndrome in a high-stakes role. "Were they right? Am I supposed to be here? Do I really know what I'm doing?" These questions haunted her early days on the bench, but through supportive relationships and self-awareness, she learned to recognize self-doubt for what it was – not reality. Her powerful advice rings true for professionals at any level: "If you're in the room, you belong in the room. Someone saw something in you."

The discussion takes turns through the power of networking, the value of mentorship, and the struggle with setting boundaries. Judge Boehm's biggest career misstep? Saying yes too often and becoming overextended. "By saying no to certain things, I can focus on what truly matters," she reflects, highlighting how selective commitment actually enhances leadership impact rather than limiting it. Whether you're navigating a legal career or any leadership path, this episode offers authentic wisdom from someone who's learned to balance professional responsibility with personal wellbeing. Subscribe now and join our growing community of leaders committed to authentic growth and connection.

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