Hunting the Terrorist Within: Conquering Imposter Syndrome with Alani Bankhead
Join me, Jen Porter, as I sit down with Alani Bankhead, a true force of nature. Alani's resume reads like something out of a spy novel: counter-espionage agent, human trafficking hunter, and even bodyguard to a high-ranking Pentagon official. But beyond the thrilling missions and impressive titles lies a powerful story of overcoming imposter syndrome and embracing a higher calling.
In this captivating episode, Alani shares her incredible journey, from her childhood fascination with military service to her current mission of ridding the world of fear. She opens up about her own struggles with self-doubt, revealing how even at the peak of her career, she felt unworthy and inadequate. Alani candidly discusses the "imposter syndrome" that plagued her for years, despite her remarkable achievements, and how she eventually learned to harness her fears and turn them into strengths.
Discover how Alani's experiences, from confronting the horrors of child exploitation to leading counterintelligence operations, have shaped her unique perspective on courage. She challenges the conventional definition of bravery, arguing that true courage lies not in facing physical danger, but in embracing vulnerability and pursuing one's true purpose. Alani shares powerful anecdotes, including the story of intelligence analysts who overcame their fears to revolutionize child predator identification, demonstrating the transformative power of conquering self-doubt.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever struggled with imposter syndrome, felt the weight of fear holding them back, or yearned to step into their true potential. Alani's inspiring story will leave you feeling empowered to confront your own fears, embrace your unique gifts, and step into the most meaningful work of your life.
Find Alani Bankhead here:
www.linkedin.com/in/alanibankhead/
www.instagram.com/mightysparrowcoaching
www.facebook.com/mightysparrowcoaching
www.mightysparrowcoaching.com
And watch her Tedx Talk:
https://www.ted.com/talks/alani_bankhead_k9_lulu_how_dogs_are_helping_fight_child_sex_abuse
Find Alani Bankhead here:
www.linkedin.com/in/alanibankhead/
www.instagram.com/mightysparrowcoaching
www.facebook.com/mightysparrowcoaching
www.mightysparrowcoaching.com
And watch her Tedx Talk:
https://www.ted.com/talks/alani_bankhead_k9_lulu_how_dogs_are_helping_fight_child_sex_abuse
Creators and Guests
Host
Jen Porter
Corporate leader turned entrepreneur, I created "Lioness Conversations" to amplify the voices of extraordinary women—leaders who have faced fear, overcome challenges, and are now shaping the world with their work. This podcast is a space for courage, truth, and deep inspiration. My mission is to empower women to be brave, leading with confidence and joy, to do the most meaningful work of their lives.
Guest
Alani Bankhead
Alani Bankhead is a career terrorist, spy, and human trafficker hunter. With over 20 years in human intelligence operations working with special operations and some of the biggest intelligence organizations in the world, she has been all over the globe hunting bad actors. And there is one theme she has seen that prevents individuals and teams from achieving their highest potential: imposter syndrome. Experienced by over 70% of the population, imposter syndrome is the belief that you are not good enough or qualified for your positions, titles, awards...or your dreams. Now a TED and keynote speaker, best-selling author, and leadership coach and consultant at her company Mighty Sparrow Coaching LLC, Alani's new mission is to rid the world of fear. During her talk, Alani will share the tools she uses with teams to hunt the terrorist in your mind so you can take your business or organization to the next level of joy, thriving, and success.
