How can you overcome imposter syndrome in Product R&D?

There are a number of things you can do, firstly, recognise that imposter syndrome is a common experience, even among accomplished professionals. Accept that these feelings are normal and do not define your competence. Challenge negative thoughts with positive affirmations. Remind yourself of your achievements, skills, and the value you bring to your role. Connect with mentors and colleagues in your field. Discussing your experiences with someone you trust can provide valuable perspective and support. Keep a record of your accomplishments and positive feedback. Reviewing this documentation can serve as a tangible reminder of your capabilities during moments of self-doubt.

To overcome imposter syndrome, the first we need to define and understand about the imposter syndrome concept more clearly. Then, we need to make clear why do we transform ourselves into imposter. In some cases, to define the strength and weakness points also help us to have a review about who am I. And a comparison with the original one will help us to exit this situation.

If one relies on rational assessments of the situations, results or achievements, same skill might be used for self-assessment and balancing out the voice of inner imposter. What objective and non-emotional methods can help is measuring the actual result? It is helpful to rely on times, metres, points, percent, chapters, certificates - anything, really, except for your own emotions or emotions of other people (as in "did they like it"). It is a training without end goal of killing emotional assessment - it is giving time and space for rational assessment to grow so it can balance the voice of the imposter. And if the achievement is measurable and real, it is mandatory to admit that it is positive and real and needs to be celebrated.

Seeking high quality mentorship and following the guidelines of your mentor can prove to be phenomenal in such scenarios. Also surround yourself with people who were there during your struggle and care for you. They will be best to show u what have u survived and how best u can do

Owning your Greatness is one way to let go of Imposter Syndrome. When we step in to all of our greatness we operate from our zone of genius and the Imposter cant exist in the same place as Greatness!!

Additionally I feel teaching and sharing your learnings/skills, especially when others get influenced by it, soothes one's mind with a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment, adding value to other's lives. Moreover speaking at podcasts and Toastmaster's club also is very impactful positively. This helps many I have known and believe practicing this adds real value to one's life.