?? Day 32: Conquering Imposter Syndrome—Because You Belong Here!

Hey there,

You finally landed the job. Day one arrives. You log in or walk into the office… and suddenly, it hits you—they made a mistake. They hired the wrong person. Any minute now, security is going to escort you out or IT will revoke your access.

Sound familiar?

That’s imposter syndrome talking. And today, we’re going to shut it up once and for all.

?? Day 32 Tip: Your Doubt Is Lying to You—Here’s How to Prove It Wrong

Why This Matters: Imposter syndrome keeps smart, talented people playing small. It makes you hesitate when you should be speaking up. It keeps you from applying for jobs you’re already qualified for. And worst of all? It can make you self-sabotage opportunities that were meant for you.

Even the biggest names have struggled with imposter syndrome. Maya Angelou once said, ‘I’ve written 11 books, but each time I think, ‘Uh oh, they’re going to find me out now.’’

If Maya Angelou felt this way, you’re in good company. But guess what? She didn’t let it stop her, and neither should you.

?? Step-by-Step Assignment (20 Minutes):

1?? Keep a ‘Receipt Folder’ (a.k.a. Your Confidence File)

Start collecting evidence that you’re actually amazing at what you do.

• Dig up old emails, Slack messages, or performance reviews where people praised your work.
• Save screenshots of positive feedback.
• Write down major wins you’ve had in past roles.

?? Pro Tip: When imposter syndrome kicks in, pull up this folder and remind yourself: “I’ve done this before. I can do it again.”

2?? Flip the Script on Negative Thoughts

Your brain loves to lie when you’re feeling insecure. Instead of believing those thoughts, challenge them.

• Self-doubt says: “I don’t belong here.”
• Truth: “If I wasn’t qualified, they wouldn’t have hired me. This ain’t charity.”
• Self-doubt says: “Everyone else knows more than me.”
• Truth: “LOL. You think they have it all figured out? Half of them are Googling answers too.”
• Self-doubt says: “I got lucky.”
• Truth: “Luck didn’t update my resume, ace that interview, and negotiate my salary. That was me.”

?? Pro Tip: If you wouldn’t let a friend talk down on themselves, don’t let you do it either.

3?? Act ‘As If’ Until You Believe It

If you acted like a confident, capable, unstoppable version of yourself, how would you show up?

• Would you speak up more in meetings?
• Would you stop apologizing for things that don’t need an apology?
• Would you go after that big project instead of waiting to be asked?

?? Pro Tip: Act like the person who already believes in themselves—your confidence will catch up.

?? Your Day 32 Challenge

?? Your mission:

? Write down three career wins—big or small—that prove you’re not an imposter.

? Bonus: Comment below with one of your wins so we can hype you up! #90Days90Tips

If you’re too shy to comment? Screenshot this and save it for when self-doubt tries to sneak in.

P.S.

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Now go be great.

Sabrena ???