Your client is battling imposter syndrome on their career journey. How can you guide them towards success?

I deeply believe that “imposter syndrome” is present for a purpose. To tell us what we value, what is important to us, and pushes us to take take risks towards growth. The goal is to not get rid of it. In fact, if we are doing the work, imposter syndrome never goes away, but our relationship to it changes.

When working with clients to overcome imposter syndrome, I often start by asking them to identify the specific facts related to their life, their projects, and the aspects they feel are not measuring up or seem unreal. Once we have these facts listed, we examine each one to recognize that they not only exist but also that the individual is the true creator of their own existence.

I help a client to reframe thoughts using a model from CBT called ABC(DE). This looks at what thoughts are coming up, what are the beliefs behind the thoughts and how those thoughts can be reframed. This helps to create a new narrative in the head, so letting go of the imposter syndrome story.

I’ve been there and have the t-shirt. In fact it’s incredibly easy to fall foul of imposter syndrome when you start out in a new line of work, when everyone around you has lots of experience. I like to help clients see the positives in imposter syndrome. It can be used as a source of motivation to learn more, experience more and fail more, to learn from your mistakes and grow as an individual. When you’re comparing yourself to others and you get those feelings of imposter syndrome, remind yourself that they started from scratch just like you, only they have more experience as they have been doing it for a longer period of time. Take it one step further and ask those same people if they would share with you what they have learnt ??

I believe imposter syndrome occurs in most cases due to excessively high opinion of colleagues or other people in the industry that the person draws comparison with. The first thing to understand would be that those people are still people and make a lot of mistakes and perhaps even more than you. To help with that, you may read various business failure stories or podcasts. Secondly, try to rationally evaluate how your desires and strengths align with the industry and if they don't really perhaps think of doing something else. Keep in mind to place desires on the first place as strengths are easier to develop.

Become aware of what thoughts you have about yourself and others that are causing the imposter syndrome. Why do you feel like an imposter? Often times, it sounds something like "I'm not good enough" or "who am I to [do xyz]?" While these thoughts feel like facts, they usually are stories we're telling ourselves. Separate the facts from story. Focus on what your passion and purpose is for being in that position. When you focus on the people or problem you want to help, it takes the focus off of your self-doubts and results in being able to make a significantly bigger impact. (Which will ultimately help your belief!) How can you focus on helping the problem or audience?

? Guide them to see their wins for what they truly are—evidence of their talent, hard work, and resilience! ? Spotlight their strengths. Remind them that every win, big or small, is a trophy in their career journey. ?? ? Rewrite the narrative. Help them swap out “I got lucky” for “I earned this.” ? Celebrate! Encourage them to pause, acknowledge their achievements, and own their awesomeness. ?? Imposter syndrome may try to crash the party, but with the right mindset, your client can show it the door and dance in the spotlight they deserve! ?? Remember#YOUCAN do anything you put your mind too. ?? Your biggest cheerleader, Shaye ?? #CelebrateYourWins #ImposterSyndromeWho #CareerSuccess #ConfidenceBoost

In my coaching sessions, I prioritize recognizing and celebrating small wins. This approach not only fosters a relationship of trust but also fulfills the fundamental human need to feel acknowledged. To build my coachees’ confidence, I recommend a few key strategies: Recognizing even the smallest achievements helps maintain motivation and reinforces positive behavior. Establishing clear, attainable goals provides direction and a sense of accomplishment upon completion. Encouraging coachees to set rewards for themselves upon achieving their goals adds an element of fun and further incentivizes progress. By implementing these strategies, I aim to empower my coachees to recognize their potential and continuously strive for growth

Cabe ao mentor, ao coach, trabalhar junto a ele(a) os diversos pontos que podem desencadear a síndrome do impostor. Precisamos come?ar entendendo quais os medos de julgamento que tem, entender o histórico pessoal e profissional que podem estar desencadeando esses sentimentos, entender as situa??es que est?o causando autossabotagem, reclus?o, falta de iniciativa ou querer agradar a todos. Trabalhar a autoconfian?a e desenvolver a comunica??o s?o essenciais. é um processo a ser conduzido de forma séria, com metodologias reconhecidas.