Repeat After Me: Impostor Sydrome is Not Good!
A friend recently shared a Darren Hardy daily video on Impostor Syndrome with me. I respect Darren’s ability to inspire people, especially on this topic,
Tag: building self-confidence
Unleash Your Inner Dialogue with Self-Talk Scripts
The hallmark of someone with Impostor Syndrome is how they define their own competence. Valerie Young, author of “The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women: Why
Dancing Through Impostor Syndrome
In April 2022, I nervously walked into a local Arthur Murray studio to take dance lessons. My goal was simple: Even though I’ve never taken
The Impostor Syndrome explained in under 7 minutes.
In lieu of my own written post, I thought I’d introduce you to a very very cool video I stumbled upon a few months ago.
The Simplest Way to Overcome Impostor Syndrome
“They all expect me to be the expert. I’m not!” This is the script inside the head of someone who suffers from Impostor syndrome. Can
Leadership is NOT Rocket Science
“This control room looks like Mission Control! And it’s just as intense! All these people…they’re so focused. I feel out of place. Look, there he
Two Simple Questions That Will Relieve Stress
“I’m so stressed about this coming weekend!” I said to my daughter yesterday. I’m the president of the Ohio chapter of the National Speakers Association,
Are Your Choices Based on Fact or Feeling?
When I was an engineer at NASA, I attended a lot of meetings. The unwritten rule about these meetings was if you were not a
“That’s absurd!”
“Hey, Maureen,” said my good friend Jack. “I have a great idea! Why don’t you and I co-write a book together?” I stared at Jack
Do you have Impostor Syndrome?
Last week, a friend said to me “I know you speak on this thing called ‘Impostor Syndrome.’ But how do I know if I have
Lacking Self Confidence, or Impostor Syndrome?
“What’s the difference between having Impostor Syndrome and having a lack of confidence?” Great question, one I get all the time. They are indeed related,
How to Outsmart the Comparison Trap
“Comparison is the thief of joy.” Either Teddy Roosevelt or author Dwight Edwards said this, and I can’t trace exactly who did. Regardless, the
