9 to 5 Imposter

This episode of the 9 to 5 Imposter Podcast features guest Nick Rodriguez, who works as a DEI and Employee Experience manager at AHEAD. Nick shares his background, growing up as a Mexican-Scottish American, and the challenges he faced feeling isolated in both his cultural communities and career. The conversation delves into Nick's childhood, academic challenges, and early loss of his mother, all of which shaped his drive to succeed and navigate self-doubt. Nick emphasizes the value of g...

Shannon shares her unconventional journey into the tech industry, from being a DJ to becoming a principal solutions architect, as well as her struggles with self-doubt and overcoming impostor syndrome. They discuss the importance of mentorship, resilience, and the unique paths that different professionals take in their careers. The conversation highlights the significance of having champions in one's career, assuming positive intent, and the diverse backgrounds that can lead to a successful c...

In this episode, hosts James and Andy welcome their first guest, Eric Shanks, a principal technical marketing engineer at Portworx by Pure Storage. Eric shares his personal journey with imposter syndrome, discussing his accomplishments, including obtaining multiple technical certifications and how fear and self-doubt fueled these achievements. The discussion touches on the balance between using imposter syndrome as a motivator and the potential for burnout. Eric emphasizes the importance of a...

In this episode of the Nine to Five Imposter podcast, the hosts share their initial reactions to the positive feedback received from the first episode and delve into the widespread nature of imposter syndrome across various professions, including academia and business. They explore the importance of feedback, the impact of imposter syndrome on professional and personal life, and how to manage external perceptions. Additionally, they consider future episodes, potential guests from different pe...

In the inaugural episode of the Nine to Five Imposter Podcast, hosts Andy Sajous and James Adams delve into the pervasive issue of imposter syndrome, especially within professional environments. They share their personal journeys and experiences with self-doubt despite being high achievers in the tech industry. They offer insights into how these feelings impact their daily work life and strategies to cope with them. The episode also highlights the importance of open dialogue on this topic and...