This episode of the 9 to 5 Imposter Podcast features guest Nick Rodriguez, who works as a DEI and Employee Experience manager at AHEAD. Nick shares his background, growing up as a Mexican-Scottish American, and the challenges he faced feeling isolated in both his cultural communities and career. The conversation delves into Nick's childhood, academic challenges, and early loss of his mother, all of which shaped his drive to succeed and navigate self-doubt. Nick emphasizes the value of gratitude and recognition in building each other up, combating imposter syndrome, and fostering a supportive work environment.

Shannon shares her unconventional journey into the tech industry, from being a DJ to becoming a principal solutions architect, as well as her struggles with self-doubt and overcoming impostor syndrome. They discuss the importance of mentorship, resilience, and the unique paths that different professionals take in their careers. The conversation highlights the significance of having champions in one's career, assuming positive intent, and the diverse backgrounds that can lead to a successful career in tech.

In this episode, hosts James and Andy welcome their first guest, Eric Shanks, a principal technical marketing engineer at Portworx by Pure Storage. Eric shares his personal journey with imposter syndrome, discussing his accomplishments, including obtaining multiple technical certifications and how fear and self-doubt fueled these achievements. The discussion touches on the balance between using imposter syndrome as a motivator and the potential for burnout. Eric emphasizes the importance of acknowledging imposter syndrome and finding healthy coping mechanisms. He advises listeners to understand the impact it has on their careers and to seek supportive management. The episode aims to normalize conversations around imposter syndrome and offers insights into dealing with it positively.