Dr. AJ speaks with Dr. Tim Jansa on the Leadership Imagined Podcast!

imposter syndrome shows up everywhere in higher education. From new faculty navigating tenure expectations to experienced administrators stepping into leadership roles, many professionals quietly struggle with feelings of self doubt and inadequacy.

In this episode of Coaching in Higher Education, host Dr. Tim Jansa speaks with Dr. AJ Lauer, a nationally recognized expert on impostor syndrome. Together they explore how impostor feelings appear in universities, why academic environments often amplify self doubt, and how coaches can help clients move from questioning their legitimacy to owning their expertise and leadership impact.

In this conversation you will learn how impostor syndrome affects faculty, staff, and academic leaders, the common behavioral patterns associated with impostor feelings, and practical coaching strategies to help higher education professionals build confidence and resilience.

This episode is especially valuable for leadership coaches, faculty leaders, department chairs, and higher education professionals interested in leadership development and coaching practices. Check it out!