In this episode of The Impostor Syndrome Files, we talk about what it takes to survive and thrive in the high-stakes world of big tech, especially as a woman in engineering. My guest this week is Jossie Haines, a leadership coach for engineering leaders and women in tech, whose journey spans major roles at companies like Apple, Zynga and Tile.

Jossie opens up about the culture shock she experienced when she joined Apple, how impostor syndrome almost drove her out of the tech industry and the mindset shift that helped her reclaim her power and purpose. Together, we explore how hidden systems and subtle exclusion can erode your confidence, and what it looks like to rebuild it by honoring your strengths, setting boundaries and creating your own definition of success.

About My Guest
Jossie Haines is an executive coach, fractional engineering leader, and AI advocate with over 25 years of experience at Apple, Tile, and Zynga. She helps engineering leaders succeed in their first 90 days, show up as the strategic leaders they were hired to be, and leverage AI to optimize their time. Her mission is to retain women in tech and empower leaders to build inclusive, high-performing teams.

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Website: www.jossiehaines.com
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jossiemann/

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