Career Development

Leader Imposter Phenomenon is Not a Mindset Problem. It’s an Identity Gap

A sky bridge connecting two concert building representing the bridge created to solve an identity gap

By Natalie Pickering, PhD Imposter phenomenon, referred to as imposter syndrome, is shorthand for high achievers who privately fear they are frauds– and that at any time, they will be found out. It is typically framed as a confidence issue. Leaders are told to reframe their mindset, internalize the good stuff, challenge maladaptive thinking, or … Read more

From “Soft Skills” to Career Infrastructure Advantage

A pair of pink tennis shoes standing in front of arrows pointing left and right using Dr. Natalie Pickering's identity-first career infrastructure to decide how to advance their career

The Missing Dimension of Career Growth Careers rarely stall because of a lack of skill. They stall because you have outgrown the role and perhaps even the internal systems supporting it. Many capable, high-achieving professionals reach a moment where advancement slows—even though performance remains strong. They’ve done what career advice prescribes: earned the credentials, invested … Read more

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