Imposter Phenomenon - The HR Pers...
Imposter Phenomenon - The HR Perspective - with Denise McMurray
Work Truths: Off the Record by Rachel Morris
S2 · E3
May 13, 2026
40:07
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Episode 3 of Work Truths: Off the Record Series 2 continues with a powerful conversation with Denise McMurray, Chief People Officer at the RSPB.

I found this conversation particularly rich as Denise brings both deep professional experience and a very personal understanding of imposter experiences. We talk about what it can feel like to move into a completely new profession, to take a step down in title and salary, and to question whether your previous experience really transfers – even when, to others, it clearly does.

We also explore the particular pressures that can come with working in the people profession, where complexity, constant challenge, and high expectations can make self-doubt even louder. Denise speaks openly about how confidence can be chipped away when you’re trying to do the right thing in difficult s ... 

Keywords
mental health
employee well-being
organizational psychology
HR Strategies
Organisational culture
Employee assistance
Imposter Phenomenon
Imposter Thoughts
Imposter Feelings
Imposter Syndrome
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