Being Yourself at Work: Imposter Syndrome, Belonging and Authentic Leadership with Kira Squire

What if being yourself at work was the secret to better performance, confidence, and career growth? In this insightful episode, Kira Squire, '2025 Unsung Hero Award' winner and Senior Learning & Development Specialist at ‪@LastPass‬ , joins Nolan Hout, Senior Vice President of Growth at ‪@InfoproLearningInc‬ , to share her powerful journey through imposter syndrome, anxiety, and the search for authenticity in the workplace. From navigating male-dominated environments to leading global learning programs at LastPass, she breaks down how psychological safety, inclusion, and honest leadership transform not just careers but lives. If you’ve ever felt like you didn’t belong at work, this conversation will change how you see yourself and your potential.

Takeaways

• Career paths don’t have to be linear to be successful.
• Authenticity at work improves well-being, engagement, and performance.
• Imposter syndrome often grows in non-inclusive environments.
• Psychological safety enables people to share ideas without fear.
• Mental health support must be action-based, not performative.
• Leaders should adapt their style to each team's needs.
• Asking for feedback can reduce anxiety and self-doubt.
• Belonging means more than inclusion; it means being seen and valued.
• Small changes at work can significantly improve happiness and confidence.

Chapters

0:00 Introduction
1:08 Kira’s Non-Linear Career Journey
3:49 Finding Purpose in Learning & Development
8:09 Transitioning into Global L&D at LastPass
10:09 What Authenticity at Work Means
11:42 Understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder
14:55 Music, Personality & Showing Up as Yourself
17:47 The “Manual of Me” Explained
23:52 Professional vs Open-Book Communication
26:00 Leadership Styles and Workplace Culture
30:23 Balancing Security, Happiness & Career Growth
40:27 Imposter Syndrome in Corporate Environments
43:17 Inclusion, Belonging & Mental Health Advocacy
45:46 Holding Space for Others at Work
53:01 Closing Thoughts

Connect with Nolan Hout on LinkedIn:   / nolanhout  

Connect with Kira Squire on LinkedIn:   / kira-squire  

Visit Infopro Learning: https://www.infoprolearning.com/

Visit LastPass: https://www.lastpass.com/

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