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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.
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The Unworthy Leader Podcast: Loving Yourself with Benicia Stein (Ep7)
Welcome to another eye-opening episode of The Unworthy Leader Podcast! In this transformative conversation, host Kendra Dahlstrom sits down with leadership consultant Benicia Stein to tackle a challenge many professionals face but rarely discuss—self-doubt and unworthiness in leadership.
Navigating Rejection & Impostor Syndrome in 2024
Benicia shares her deeply personal journey of navigating the 2024 job market, where repeated job rejections forced her to confront ingrained feelings of impostor syndrome. Instead of allowing these setbacks to define her, she chose to see them as opportunities for inner healing and growth. Her story is a testament to the resilience required to reframe rejection as redirection.
Together, Kendra and Benicia dive into the emotional toll of self-doubt, the role of societal expectations in shaping our self-worth, and how embracing vulnerability can transform the way we lead. This candid conversation challenges the traditional notion that strong leaders must exude confidence at all times—instead, it champions the idea that true leadership thrives in authenticity and emotional awareness.
The Power of Vulnerability in Leadership
Many leaders struggle silently with feelings of inadequacy, fearing that admitting self-doubt could undermine their credibility. However, Kendra and Benicia shed light on why embracing vulnerability is not a weakness, but rather a leadership superpower. By owning our struggles and showing up as our authentic selves, we foster deeper trust, collaboration, and innovation within our teams.
They discuss practical strategies to overcome impostor syndrome, including:
✔ Reframing rejection as growth opportunities
✔ Challenging negative self-talk and internalized expectations
✔ Cultivating supportive communities that celebrate imperfection
✔ Leading with transparency to inspire confidence in others
Redefine Leadership with Us
If you’ve ever felt like you weren’t “enough” for the position you hold or questioned your achievements, this episode is for you. It’s time to move beyond self-doubt and into a leadership style that embraces imperfection and authenticity.
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