Do Successful People Have Impostor Syndrome? Even CEOs Do—But You Don’t Have To
Davide Pagnotta - Nucleo, the Team Bonding Platform
We decrease turnover and absenteeism, and increase productivity, creativity, profitability and customer loyalty. We fix teams' dysfunctional dynamics and create engaging, successful teams where people thrive.
If self-doubt is weighing you down, our course, From Not Enough to Great Enough, can help.
Think impostor syndrome disappears at the top? It doesn’t. Even the most accomplished leaders—CEOs, founders, executives—battle that nagging fear: Am I really good enough?
The good news? You don’t have to stay stuck.
The Hidden Struggle of High Achievers
You’ve worked hard, earned your success—yet that inner critic won’t quiet down.
It keeps you overworking, second-guessing, and carrying more than you should. But here’s the truth: That voice is lying.
How Leaders Break Free
I worked with a CEO drowning in self-doubt. He worked late, avoided asking for help, and felt like he had to prove himself every single day.
We made one simple shift: Leadership isn’t about “I.” It’s about “we.”
When he started saying “What can we do together?” instead of “How can I fix this?” everything changed. His team stepped up. Collaboration replaced isolation. The weight lifted.
3 Shifts to Overcome Impostor Syndrome
Stop Trying to Do It All Great leaders don’t have all the answers—they create space for others to shine. Asking for help is a strength, not a weakness.
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Shift from “I” to “We” When you lean into collaboration, leadership gets lighter—and more powerful.
Be Honest, Be Real Perfection doesn’t build trust—authenticity does. Real leadership is about connection, not performance.
Why This Matters
When leaders break free from impostor syndrome, teams thrive, decisions get clearer, and confidence grows.
That’s why we created From Not Enough to Great Enough—to help leaders:
? Quiet the inner critic
? Build stronger, more connected teams
? Lead with confidence, clarity, and authenticity
You are not “just good enough.” You are GREAT enough.
Click here to step into your leadership with confidence.
What would your leadership look like if you left self-doubt behind? Drop a comment, tag a friend, and let’s start the conversation.
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