Overcoming Imposter Syndrome at Work

Imposter Syndrome at work is especially damaging. It’s what holding you back from promotions. It’s the reason no one gives you additional responsibility. Furthermore, it’s also the cause of too much stress, too many lost weekends where you put in hours upon hours while no one else does. It’s also the reason you micromanage and can’t let go of mistakes. Especially your own. So how do you deal with Imposter Syndrome before it derails your career entirely? Know the Statistics Did you realise that 70% of people and some studies put this as high as 87% may suffer from Imposter Syndrome at some point in their life? So you’re not alone in feeling this way. Some would even say it’s normal.  Understand the Origin Not everyone has the exact reason for having Imposter Syndrome, though. When you start feeling like you don’t measure up, it’s time to ask yourself questions. Do you feel like you do not understand the task? Could it be you’re in the wrong department or, worse, the wrong occupation entirely? Or are you just thinking you might be in over your head?