The Power of Board Leadership and Battling Imposter Syndrome with Julie Garland McLellan

In this episode of And Her Name Is, Jenny Moutou sits down with Julie Garland McLellan, an experienced board director and corporate governance expert, to discuss the nuances of imposter syndrome in the boardroom. Julie shares her journey of serving on over 24 boards, mentoring directors, and training executives, all while reflecting on how imposter syndrome has shaped her career. Her candid insights offer valuable lessons for anyone looking to take on leadership roles, especially women aiming for the boardroom.

Show Notes:
– Introduction to the episode and guest, Julie Garland-McLellan
– Overview of Julie's career and expertise in board leadership
– What it means to be a board director and the responsibilities it entails
– The complexities and ethical responsibilities of being on a board
– Women on boards: diversity, challenges, and unique perspectives
– Julie’s early experiences and moments of imposter syndrome
– Discussing the struggle to ask for help and the importance of vulnerability
– Julie’s advice on grounding yourself and handling moments of self-doubt
– Closing thoughts on overcoming imposter syndrome in leadership roles

Tune in for an enlightening conversation about leadership, personal growth, and the boardroom dynamics that often go unseen!

Links:
Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliegarlandmclellan/?originalSubdomain=au
LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliegarlandmclellan?originalSubdomain=au⁠