#135 – Conquering Imposter Syndrome While Building Skills and Confidence with Sue Musson

Ever felt like you’re the only one in the room who doesn’t quite belong, even though you’ve earned your seat a hundred times over? Sue Musson knows exactly what that’s like. 

As a young woman navigating leadership roles in male-dominated industries, on a whole new continent, no less, Sue quickly realized that confidence doesn’t always come easy, and it definitely isn’t always welcomed.

Now a sought-after leadership consultant, coach, and the bestselling author of Firecracker Leadership, Sue has spent decades helping others untangle the messy mix of self-doubt, ambition, and perception that so many leaders face. From appointing judges in the UK to mentoring senior professionals, she’s seen just how common imposter syndrome really is, and why it’s time we stop treating it like a personal flaw.

On this episode of The Workplace Communication Podcast, we’re diving into the complexities of imposter syndrome with Sue Musson. She challenges the narrative that confidence is arrogance and offers a refreshing, compassionate take on building real self-belief while still growing your skills. Join us as we reframe how we think about confidence, credibility, and what truly makes an effective leader.

Leadership tips you won’t want to miss: 

🎙️ Unpacking how confidence in women gets misread and what that reveals about workplace culture

🎙️ Identifying the hidden forms of imposter syndrome even in seasoned professionals

🎙️ Fostering environments that normalize vulnerability and growth

🎙️ Empowering yourself to challenge negative self-talk

If you’re looking to build lasting confidence and lead with clarity, this episode is for you!

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🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://lindsaylapaquette.com/podcast/ 

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Lindsay Lapaquette

Lindsay Lapaquette, M.Sc.(A) works with middle managers who want to communicate authentically so they can effectively lead their teams without losing themselves. As a former Speech-Language Pathologist, Lindsay applies her expertise in the neuroscience of communication and connection to help managers foster an environment of trust and respect in their teams, so that everyone can bring their best selves to work.

Lindsay’s approach has been profoundly influenced by her work with First Nations organizations, her experience as a parent to two neurodivergent children, and the premature loss of both of her parents. These experiences have taught Lindsay great lessons about the power of excellent people skills that extend well beyond her professional expertise.

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Lindsay Lapaquette

Lindsay Lapaquette, M.Sc.(A) works with middle managers who want to communicate authentically so they can effectively lead their teams without losing themselves. As a former Speech Language Pathologist, Lindsay applies her expertise in the neuroscience of communication and connection to help managers foster an environment of trust and respect in their teams, so that everyone can bring their best selves to work.

Lindsay’s approach has been profoundly influenced by her work with First Nations organizations, her experience as a parent to two children with pervasive mental health challenges, and the premature loss of both of her parents. These experiences have taught Lindsay great lessons about the power of excellent people skills that extend well beyond her professional expertise.

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