Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

I started off the conversation on imposter syndrome two days ago by sharing the story of Kira, a high-achieving marketing professional feeling like a fraud after getting a coveted new position in her organisation.

You can catch up on the conversations so far by reading my previous posts here and here.

There are many Kiras out there - constantly doubting their abilities and feeling unqualified, despite their experience and expertise. They fear being exposed as a fraud and often feel unworthy or undeserving of opportunities given to them.

Today, I am sharing with you five trusted and tested ways to lay imposter syndrome to rest.

But first, if you are a Kira reading this, it's crucial to establish that 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐲𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡. The imposter syndrome is a feeling; it’s a fictional character riding on your self-doubt and hiding behind the facade of perfection.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡: 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫. Your success is a testament to your skills, dedication, and resilience. You've earned your place at the table, and you belong there. 🌹

I have shared in the carousel five powerful ways to overcome imposter syndrome. These are simple but very effective strategies.

By taking these actions shared in the carousel, you can expect to train and build your confidence muscles and develop a more accurate and balanced view of your abilities and contributions, leading to increased confidence and self-assurance in your personal and professional life.

You will no longer feel out of place and out of tune with your success and achievements.

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