You don’t have an Imposter Syndrome problem.
You have an Evidence problem.
A lot of professionals in their 20s and 30s tell me they struggle with impostor syndrome.
They question if they’re good enough.
They doubt whether they deserve the role they’re in.
They hold off going for positions which they’re clearly suited for.
And do you know why?
They keep showing me evidence to show me they’re an imposter.
They find examples of why they’re not suited for an opportunity.
They point to mistakes they’ve made.
They tell me why they can’t.
And I can’t refute this evidence.
But it only takes a short discussion to discover evidence about how capable they truly are!
Here’s the thing about confirmation bias.
You’re prone to seeking evidence that supports your belief.
Now, I’m definitely NOT saying all it takes to succeed is to “believe in yourself”.
I’m saying that you’ll always have evidence against an opportunity.
And you’ll always have evidence FOR an opportunity too!
So start collecting evidence that supports your career advancement.
And stop collecting evidence that is holding yourself back.