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10. Why Imposter Syndrome is Not as Common as You Think
About this episode
Today, we’re going to dive deep into the famous ‘condition’ and figure out the truth, and lies, behind an affliction that some research suggests affects up to 82% of the population.
We answer the following:
What is imposter syndrome?
Why do psychologists call it something different?
Is it all made up?
What are the facts?
Are there any upsides to imposter syndrome?
What should leaders do if they experience imposter syndrome?
What should leaders do if someone in their team experiences imposter syndrome?
Links mentioned in the episode:
Interesting reads:
https://hbr.org/2022/10/4-ways-to-combat-imposter-syndrome-on-your-team
https://hbr.org/2021/02/stop-telling-women-they-have-imposter-syndrome
https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolinecastrillon/2022/06/05/why-imposter-syndrome-isnt-all-that-bad/?sh=182b0c142fa8
https://hbr.org/2022/05/impostor-syndrome-has-its-advantages
https://www.apa.org/gradpsych/2013/11/fraud
List of thinking errors:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/201501/10-thinking-errors-will-crush-your-mental-strength
Systematic Review in Full
https://www.mentalhealthjournal.org/articles/commentary-prevalence-predictors-and-treatment-of-imposter-syndrome-a-systematic-review.html
Diversity & Inclusion Audits
The Real World Group Embracing Diversity Inventory (EDI) - https://realworld-group.com/embracing-diversity-and-inclusion/
https://www.diversematters.co.uk/our-services/diversity-and-inclusion-audit-consultancy
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