# E44 When Imposter Syndrome Is Actually an Alignment Problem, Not a Confidence Issue

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Podcast: [Lead with Spark | Authentic Leadership for Women, Executive Presence & Career Confidence](https://stenobird.com/podcast/lead-with-spark-authentic-leadership-for-women-executive-presence-career-confidence-7408276)
Published: 2026-04-15T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://leadwithspark.podbean.com/e/when-imposter-syndrome-is-actually-an-alignment-problem-not-a-confidence-issue/
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Duration seconds: 973

## Resource

What if imposter syndrome is not a confidence problem but an alignment signal? Lynsey Mulder shares the reframe that changes everything for women in leadership.

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