April Tillery joins her former Merit America coach, Robert Johnson, to talk about how building a network on LinkedIn led her to a career of her dreams working as a production assistant at Industrial Light & Magic (the visual effects company behind the incredible SFX of Star Wars)! April talks to Robert about the challenges she faced building her confidence to approach people and make connections, and how a simple conversation made a lasting impression with her future employer and led to a job she loves.

CREDITS:

Host: Robert Johnson

Guest: April Tillery

Creative Directors: Brittany Davis-Green, Anne Keenan

Created by Merit America

This is a Maed in India production

Head of Production: Mae Mariyam Thomas

Project Manager: Shaun Fanthome

Producer: Ruchi Sawardekar

Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant

Editorial Assistance: Aishwarya Patil

Sound Editor & Mix Engineer: Kartik Kulkarni, Lakshman Parsuram

Visual Design: Alika Gupta

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Bridget Johnson, a Merit America career coach explores the challenging reality of Imposter Syndrome. Learn what Imposter Syndrome really is, why so many of us feel like frauds despite our skills and achievements, and how to overcome these feelings of self-doubt. From recognizing your feelings to seeking support, Bridget's powerful strategies will help you tackle Imposter Syndrome head-on.

CREDITS:

Host: Bridget Johnson

Creative Directors: Brittany Davis-Green, Anne Keenan

Created by Merit America

This is a Maed in India production

Head of Production: Mae Mariyam Thomas

Project Manager: Shaun Fanthome

Producer: Ruchi Sawardekar

Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant

Editorial Assistance: Aishwarya Patil

Sound Editor & Mix Engineer: Kartik Kulkarni, Lakshman Parsuram

Visual Design: Alika Gupta

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Ray Ramos shares his journey from working a dead-end job to an upwardly mobile career at a tech support company Ray opens up about his struggles with Imposter Syndrome to his Merit America coach, Bridget Johnson, revealing how he overcame self-doubt and feelings of unworthiness. He discusses the importance of recognizing inevitable negative self-talk, of seeking support from mentors and peers, and focusing on personal growth. This heartfelt conversation offers valuable insights for anyone grappling with similar challenges.

CREDITS:

Host: Bridget Johnson

Guest: Ray Ramos

Creative Directors: Brittany Davis-Green, Anne Keenan

Created by Merit America

This is a Maed in India production

Head of Production: Mae Mariyam Thomas

Project Manager: Shaun Fanthome

Producer: Ruchi Sawardekar

Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant

Editorial Assistance: Aishwarya Patil

Sound Editor & Mix Engineer: Kartik Kulkarni, Lakshman Parsuram

Visual Design: Alika Gupta

Donate: https://buy.stripe.com/dR60084gWc6EeqI7ss