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The Imposter Within: Real Talk with Eric Shanks

The Imposter Within: Real Talk with Eric Shanks

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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.

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