Psych Leadership - A division of Rise Up Academics
From graduation caps to corner offices, the journey is anything but straightforward. The Psych Leadership Podcast blends real-world leadership experience with the science of human behavior to help you navigate work, life, and the space between.
Whether you’re a recent graduate finding your footing or a seasoned professional looking to lead with greater impact, each episode delivers practical strategies grounded in psychology — from mastering first impressions and building resilience to influencing without authority and shaping your long-term career path.
Host Luke UpChurch, a business leader and psychology graduate, draws from 28+ years in organizational leadership, process improvement, and talent strategy to bring you insights that work in the real world.
Because leadership isn’t just for the people with the title — it’s a mindset, a skillset, and a toolkit you can start using today.
Would these types of insights help your team grow? Consider booking a consultation with Psych Leadership!
Psych Leadership - A division of Rise Up Academics
Imposter Syndrome: Why you feel like a Fraud?
Do you ever feel like you don’t deserve your success—that you’ve just been lucky and it’s only a matter of time before others “find you out”? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Psych Leadership Podcast, we dive deep into impostor syndrome—why it happens, how it’s fueled by cognitive distortions, and what you can do to build real self-efficacy and confidence.
Drawing from psychological research by Clance & Imes, Albert Bandura, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), we’ll unpack the hidden thought patterns that cause high-achievers, students, and early-career professionals to feel like frauds. You’ll learn:
- How distorted thinking sabotages your confidence.
- Why self-efficacy is the antidote to impostor syndrome.
- Practical strategies to reframe your success and stop discounting your achievements.
- Actionable tools to silence self-doubt and lead with clarity.
Whether you’re a college student, recent graduate, or young professional, this episode gives you the science-backed insights to turn impostor thoughts into growth opportunities.
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Psych Leadership is a division of Rise Up Academics - A 501(c)(3) focused on building leadership and mentoring opportunities for high school and college students. All proceeds go towards this purpose.
Want to connect? Email me at psychLeadership@riseupacademics.org
