The Unworthy Leader Podcast
The real leadership lessons aren’t in the wins—they’re in the doubts, fears, and failures we’re taught to hide. On The Unworthy Leader Podcast, executive coach Kendra Dahlstrom flips the script on success. Through raw stories and real conversations, we expose the hidden side of leadership—and why Doubt is your data™, Failure is fuel™, and Vulnerability is viral™. Ready to lead with more truth, presence, and courage? You’re in the right place.
Through honest, research-backed conversations, Kendra brings raw insights, practical tools, and inspiring guests to help leaders break free from perfectionism and lead from a place of purpose and presence—not performance.
If you're tired of curated leadership advice and craving something more real, this podcast is for you.
In each episode, you’ll discover:
- Scientific research and psychology behind imposter syndrome and unworthiness
- How to transform self-doubt into strength and resilience
- The role of vulnerability, emotional intelligence, and psychological safety in leadership
- Tools for creating inclusive, human-centered workplaces
- Strategies to overcome burnout, inadequacy, and the fear of being found out
Whether you’re a seasoned executive, a new people manager, or an aspiring leader, The Unworthy Leader Podcast will help you embrace your imperfections, step into your full power, and lead with truth and courage.
Join the movement to redefine leadership—flaws and all.
The Unworthy Leader Podcast
The Unworthy Leader Podcast: Redefining Failure with Becca Chambers (Ep4)
In this conversation, Becca Chambers shares her journey with self-doubt and imposter syndrome, particularly as a neurodivergent leader. She discusses the importance of authenticity in leadership, the impact of having a supportive advocate, and how embracing her differences has empowered her both personally and professionally. Becca emphasizes the need to redefine failure and encourages others to lean into their unique strengths, fostering a culture of openness and understanding in the workplace. In this conversation, Becca Chambers and Kendra Dahlstrom explore the themes of failure, societal expectations, neurodiversity, and the importance of authenticity in leadership. They discuss how personal failures can be perceived differently based on societal pressures and the impact of rejection sensitivity, particularly in individuals with ADHD. The dialogue emphasizes the need to embrace failure as a learning opportunity and the power of being different. They also touch on the role of AI as a tool for empowerment and the significance of creating psychological safety within teams to foster collaboration and innovation.
Takeaways
- Authenticity in leadership fosters trust and psychological safety within teams.
- Advocacy from others can help individuals recognize their own strengths.
- Neurodiversity should be normalized in the workplace to enhance productivity.
- Leaning into one's unique differences can lead to greater success.
- Failure should be reframed as a learning opportunity rather than a setback.
- Open communication about neurodivergence can improve team dynamics.
- Embracing vulnerability can empower others to do the same.
- Finding a supportive community is crucial for personal growth.
- It's never the right time to start; taking risks is essential for innovation. Failure can be perceived as a learning opportunity or a personal defeat.
- Societal expectations can skew our perception of success and failure.
- Rejection sensitivity can significantly impact how individuals process feedback.
- Context matters when evaluating personal failures.
- Embracing the possibility of failure can lead to greater learning and growth.
- Being different should be celebrated, not stigmatized.
- Authenticity in leadership fosters psychological safety within teams.
- AI can enhance productivity and learning when used effectively.
- Creating a culture of psychological safety is essential for team success.
- Imperfection is a natural part of the human experience and should be embrace
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome
02:14 Embracing Authenticity in Leadership
09:06 The Impact of Neurodiversity on Self-Perception
12:21 Finding Strength in Differences
15:29 Leaning into Your Unique Brand
21:27 Redefining Failure and Learning from It
22:17 Navigating Personal Failures and Societal Expectations
25:12 Understanding Rejection Sensitivity and Perfectionism
27:38 Embracing Failure as a Learning Opportunity
29:10 The Power of Being Different
32:18 The Importance of Authenticity in Leadership
36:03 AI as a Tool for Empowerment
41:51 Creating Psychological Safety in Teams
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