Motivational Mondays: Conversations with Leaders Rising Above Self Doubt (Feat. Melody Wilding)
In this episode, Melody Wilding—executive coach, professor of human behavior, and bestselling author—breaks down the surprising truth behind imposter syndrome and why it’s especially common among high-achievers.
Melody explains how even the most successful professionals can struggle to internalize their accomplishments, leading to constant self-doubt and the feeling of being a “fraud.” But imposter syndrome isn’t a flaw—it’s a pattern you can retrain.
She shares practical strategies like building a “brag file” to reinforce self-trust and explains why waiting to feel ready often keeps us stuck. Through real-world advice and mindset shifts, Melody offers tools to help you stop overthinking and start showing up with confidence.
You’ll learn why imposter syndrome affects driven people most, how to reframe self-doubt as a sign of growth, and why jumping in before you feel ready is the real key to success.
LEARN MORE:
> > Trust Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work (https://www.amazon.com/Trust-Yourself-Overthinking-Channel-Emotions-ebook/dp/B08WCJ72RX?&linkCode=sl1&tag=mewilm-20&linkId=c33425ad76126fb4706b301450dca2e9&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl)
> > Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from the People in Charge (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXLSH6Y6/?bestFormat=true&k=managing%20up&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_k0_1_11_de&crid=2U75CDMUSUNAK&sprefix=managing%20up)
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