AJ Lauer
Building STEM workplaces that work for everyone.
AJ Lauer
Building STEM workplaces that work for everyone.
About AJ Lauer
Building STEM workplaces that work for everyone.
Dr. AJ Lauer, founder of Thriving Ibis Leadership Solutions, is a facilitator, coach, and expert in diversity and leadership in STEM. She offers insightful talks on imposter syndrome, inclusive conferences, and effective communication. Dr. Lauer's engaging presentations blend personal anecdotes with actionable strategies to inspire positive cultural change in organizations.
Why Book AJ Lauer as Your Podcast Guest
Actionable, Listener-Ready Insights
I bring concrete steps and scripts your audience can try immediately, increasing episode saves, shares, and long-term value.
Story-Driven Conversations
I bring vivid stories from residence life, exhibit design, and executive coaching that keep complex topics engaging and easy to follow.
Smooth, Professional Delivery
I bring an experienced-guest presence and professional audio/video setup, making recording and editing easier for your team.
Expanded Guest Pipeline
I bring a strong network in STEM, leadership, and DEI, creating opportunities to connect you with additional high-fit guests.
Episode Angles & Topics
Taming the Imposter Monster in STEM
Give your audience a new, memorable way to understand and manage imposter syndrome that they can apply the same day.
Building STEM Workplaces That Work for Everyone
Equip listeners with clear steps to make labs, teams, and departments more inclusive and effective.
Designing Inclusive Conferences and Professional Spaces
Help event-focused listeners re-think how they design conferences, meetings, and exhibits for real inclusion.
Communication Skills for Technical Leaders
Offer your audience communication tools that make hard conversations and complex ideas easier.
What You'll Get From This Interview
Audience Takeaways
Listeners gain a practical language for imposter syndrome, concrete steps to build inclusive STEM spaces, and communication habits that improve collaboration, confidence, and day-to-day work life.
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Why Trust Me
The Ideal Show
Podcasts focused on STEM careers, leadership, workplace culture, higher education, professional development, diversity and inclusion, and mental well-being at work.
Recent Podcast Appearances
Leadership Coach #199: AJ Lauer on DEI & Facing the Imposter Within
The Coaching Podcast •
Embrace Your Monster: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Dr. AJ Lauer
Be A Better Being •
#100 | Fighting the Imposter Syndrome w/ AJ Lauer
Leman Tech Leadership Podcast • Oct 16, 2025
AJ Lauer, EdD: From Shoveling Snow in a Blizzard to Coaching Scientists Through Imposter Syndrome
Development Nerds with Candice Mitchell • Jul 18, 2025
84. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Dr. AJ Lauer
The Becky Beach Show - AI-Powered Scaling Strategies for Digital Product Businesses • Jul 7, 2025
AJ Lauer: on Leadership, Imposter Syndrome, and Embracing the Unknown /Ep3888
#12minconvos • May 20, 2025
Taming the Imposter Monster
Tattooed Freaks in Business Suits • May 15, 2025
ResEdChat Ep 120: Yes, You’ve Got This: Fighting Imposter Syndrome in ResLife
ResEdChat by Roompact • May 15, 2025
Getting to know your Imposter Monster with AJ Lauer, EdD
Nine to Thrive: The Well-Being Podcast • Apr 8, 2025
Beyond Type A with KeishaMarie Douglas, AJ Lauer & Evelyn Pacitti #434
GoalChat • Sep 12, 2024
[EN] Thriving Ibis or How to thrive in HPC - Dr AJ Lauer
Code for Thought • Jul 23, 2024
Change with Joseph Jaffe, AJ Lauer, and Regina Roberti #420
GoalChat • May 23, 2024
Insightful Interview - Coast to Coast: Connecting the Dots that Lead to Today w/ AJ Lauer
Talks with Tab: The Podcast • Jan 17, 2020
Reviews
Dr. AJ Lauer shared really helpful insight with my audience in a clear and also fun & engaging way. And it shows in my listener stats.
Great interview with AJ. Great guest and knowledgeable
Key Achievements
Founded Thriving Ibis Leadership Solutions to support leadership and culture change in STEM.
Authored My Monster Mungo: A Story About Imposter Syndrome, introducing the Imposter Monster concept.
Coached and trained C-suite staff on leadership, communication, and culture.
Featured as a guest on multiple podcasts discussing leadership, imposter syndrome, and thriving in STEM.
Professional Experience
Founder
Thriving Ibis Leadership Solutions
Facilitator and coach focused on diversity, leadership, and culture change in STEM workplaces.
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Actionable, story-rich insights on Imposter syndrome in STEM, STEM leadership development, Inclusive workplace culture. Studio-quality video & audio. Available Weekdays only. Happy to share with my audience.
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