Leveraging Leadership

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as Chief of Staff: Lessons From the Deep End


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Emily shares a personal story about being made the interim leader of a digital marketing department as Chief of Staff, even though he knew nothing about digital marketing at the time. She talks about asking basic questions like "What does SEO stand for?" and dealing with colleagues who doubted her, including being called out during a team meeting. The episode highlights how not being a technical expert can actually be an advantage and gives tips for handling imposter syndrome by focusing on transferable skills and tracking your own progress.


Links Mentioned:

  • Clarity Call with Emily

 

Free Resources:

  • Strategic Planning Checklist 
  • Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
  • A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
  • Chief of Staff Toolkit

 

Get in Touch With Emily:

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  • Learn more about coaching 
  • Sign up for the newsletter
  • Clarity Call with Emily

 

Who Am I?

If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want. 

 

Time Stamps:

02:04 Emily's Story: Taking on a New Role
04:00 Facing Challenges and Learning on the Job
12:04 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Confidence
15:28 Navigating New Responsibilities
16:44 Building Confidence Through Experience
21:36 Embracing Vulnerability as a Leader
23:37 Redefining Imposter Syndrome

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