The imposter phenomenon is common across professions, and coaches are no exception.
In the final part of this short series, I turn the lens on myself and my peers to explore what happens when the person in the coaching chair is the one doubting whether they’re good enough, and why it matters for the client.
Following the earlier conversation with Dr Hayley Lewis on what the imposter phenomenon is, and last episode’s look at coachees trying to “win” at coaching, this episode looks at the other side of the relationship.
In this episode, I look at how imposter thoughts and feelings can show up for coaches, what’s at stake if both coach and client are performing, and the practical steps that I use in my own coaching practice to step back from the imposter inside.
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After Hours with Dr Hayley Lewis – 30 November, 6pm UK
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Related episodes
- Ep 228: Help! I feel like an imposter (with Dr Hayley Lewis) – https://www.worklifepsych.com/podcast/228/
- Ep 229: There are no prizes in coaching – https://www.worklifepsych.com/podcast/229/