Is Impostor Syndrome Good?
Is Impostor Syndrome Good? There’s a narrative floating around lately about Impostor Syndrome being a good thing. I disagree. It’s NOT good, and I don’t
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The Dreaded Skill Gap
Is there a skill gap in your team? Do you have a job to fill, but nobody on your team appears qualified for it? Are
“What day is it?”
In this time of unprecedented global concern, amid a scary virus that leaves no country untouched, we’re facing change. It feels like everything is standing
The Upside of Impostor Syndrome
The Impostor Syndrome self-doubt is caustic, but not catastrophic. In your journey to overcome it, don’t discount some of its positive aspects. One of my
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
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,
“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
Failure IS the Route to Success
As trite as it sounds, failure really is the route to success. Earlier this week, I watched a YouTube video of a woman speaking on