Imposter Syndrome (And What That Has to Do With Your Board Resume) | Ep. 137

Ever felt like a total authority in your executive role, but like a complete fraud the moment you start working on your Board Resume?

In this episode, I'm joined by Mark Gregory, an experienced careers practitioner, to dismantle the "Successful Professional Paradox." We explore why even the most accomplished leaders often feel like a fraud when transitioning to the Boardroom and how your resume might be fuelling that fire.

In this episode, we cover:

• The Blank Page as a Mirror: Why starting your Board Resume from scratch acts as a psychological trigger for the inner critic, and how to stop the "compare and despair" cycle.
• Data vs. Emotion: How to use objective tools to ground your value. Mark explains why anchoring your identity in your natural strengths is the fastest way to silence Imposter Syndrome.
• The Identity Shift: Moving from the "Executive Ego" (what you do) to the "Director's Contribution" (who you are as a Board Member).
• The Permission Gap: Why many leaders wait for permission or another qualification before they feel Board-ready, and why a fit-for-purpose Board Resume is the permission slip you actually need.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Strengths Discovery: Take the VIA Character Strengths Assessment to identify your objective value markers.
• Demystifying the Machine: Read the article on ATS-compliant Resumes by Melita Long.
• Connect with Mark on LinkedIn: Follow for more insights on leadership and career transitions.

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