Defeating Imposter Syndrome – Lessons from the Battlefield, Boardroom and the Breakdown

Defeating Imposter Syndrome – Lessons from the Battlefield, Boardroom and the Breakdown

Author: Jeremy Snape October 25, 2025 Duration: 26:54

In this episode, host Jeremy Snape takes on Imposter Syndrome – that nagging self-doubt that holds back even the most successful leaders, athletes and military commanders. With insights from innovation expert Tendayi Viki, former All Blacks captain Kieran Read, and Lt. Col Langley Sharp, Jeremy unpacks how to shift from self-criticism to self-belief. You’ll discover how to turn discomfort into a catalyst for growth, accept praise with confidence, and leverage the strengths of your team under pressure. 

 

Packed with real-world tactics and proven psychology, this episode will help you silence your inner critic, unlock your potential, and perform at your best when it matters most. 

 

Learn more about Sporting Edge’s Winning Mindset for Leaders Programme here Winning Mindset for Leaders Programme - Sporting Edge 

 

Links mentioned in this episode: 

Micro-lesson #51: Kieran Read – How the All Blacks create a winning culture 

Episode 69: Mastermind – Kieran Read 

Episode 66: Mastermind – Lieutenant Colonel Langley Sharp MBE 

Episode 56: Mastermind – Tendayi Viki 

 

Connect with Jeremy 

Contact hello@sportingedge.com  

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremysnape/  

Website https://www.sportingedge.com/  


What does it actually take to perform at the very highest level? That’s the question driving Inside the Mind of Champions, hosted by former England cricketer Jeremy Snape. For a decade, Jeremy has been on a global quest to decode the psychology of success, moving far beyond the cricket pitch. His conversations aren’t just with legendary athletes and coaches; he sits down with neuroscientists, special forces operatives, top-tier business leaders, and performing artists to find the common threads in their mental frameworks. Each episode of this podcast feels like a privileged access pass, where you’ll hear firsthand accounts of pressure, resilience, and the subtle thought patterns that separate the good from the truly great. You won’t just get inspirational stories-you’ll get tangible insights into decision-making, leadership under stress, and cultivating a mindset that thrives on challenge. Whether you’re an entrepreneur facing a critical pitch, a manager building a team, or simply curious about the inner workings of excellence, this series translates the principles of championship thinking into something you can apply. Jeremy’s unique background as both an international sportsman and a performance consultant allows him to ask the nuanced questions that reveal how these exceptional individuals consistently win, create, and lead. Tune in for a deep, practical exploration of what happens behind the scenes of remarkable achievement.
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