In this episode of the Coaches and Leaders Assemble podcast, host Laura Royal chats with leadership development specialist and business psychologist Charlotte Angus who also happens to be one of Laura's earliest mentors in the world of learning and development.

They dive into the topic of imposter phenomenon, those moments of self-doubt many people experience and why it’s important to understand it properly. Charlotte explains the difference between terms like imposter syndrome and imposter thoughts and shares why she prefers more accurate and less clinical language. She also talks about how these feelings often link to things like perfectionism, self-esteem and comparison with others and how recognising them can actually be useful.

Charlotte also shares ideas from her research and experience, including how reflection can help us avoid getting stuck in unhelpful thinking patterns. The episode includes practical insights on building confidence, learning from feedback and creating a work environment where people feel safe to speak up and try new things. Charlotte and Laura also discuss how social pressure, gender roles and unrealistic expectations can shape how imposter thoughts show up, and why talking openly about them can make a real difference.

Make sure you connect with Charlotte on LinkedIn to find out more - https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotteangus/