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/

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