Have you ever experienced imposter syndrome? That is, the persistent feeling of self-doubt and fear of being exposed as a “fraud,” despite clear evidence of competence, achievements, or success. If you have, you’re not alone – many of us struggle with it for one reason or another.
In this episode of the Leaders’ Podcast, Matt Wilson, UK Wellbeing Lead for Computacenter, talks candidly about the crisis of confidence he overcame while working in the wellbeing industry. At times, he felt insecure not only because he didn’t come from a traditional HR background, but also because he suffered from a severe stammer.
He talks with refreshing honesty about his experiences and gives practical advice to anyone else experiencing any kind of confidence issues that are affecting work.
While his tips are applicable to everyone, his insight is particularly relevant to men who find it hard to talk about emotions or their struggles. He tells his story of how, after taking action, he ends up with more self-awareness and confidence, as well as a commitment to being authentic at work.
With Suzy’s encouragement, Matt talks us through:
- Navigating wellbeing without an HR background
- Overcoming a stammer and building confidence
- The importance of authenticity in wellbeing roles
- Men and therapy: breaking the stigma
- Proving the ROI of wellbeing initiatives
- The role of commercial skills in wellbeing
- The need for formal training in wellbeing
- Final words of advice for wellbeing professionals
And, as always, don’t miss Matt’s unique answer to Suzy’s signature “alien question.”
You can find out more about our Make A Difference Leaders Podcast here and download the podcast episode from your favourite podcast platform or from Spotify here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0naSNlIRBxKrIHAIkjlxu9?si=UQ1oX6d-QWuw4-Yyer3E4w
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