Many of us fear being discovered as a poser when we move away from our comfort zones. We fear that we’re not worthy and that that we aren’t qualified to do whatever we aim to do. It’s a fear that strikes many of us: impostor syndrome.
Source: Harvard Business Review, July 7, 2016.
To overcome these feelings of inadequacy consider these tips:
- Recognize the benefits of being a novice.
- Focus more on what you’re learning than on how you’re performing.
- Understand the power of perspective – you are not alone.