Plot Twist. You Were Qualified All Along.

Do you ever second-guess every move you’re making? Yeah… me too. 🖐️ For a long time, I found myself questioning so much in my career— decisions and my capabilities

It was exhausting. And uncomfortable AF. 

At the time, I didn’t have a name for it—I believed the self-doubt thoughts that I wasn't qualified for the role I was in. Looking back, I realize I was pretty deep in imposter syndrome. And the truth is, a lot of us are… even if we don’t call it that.

We’ve all likely felt it—that nagging voice whispering: ⤵️

You don’t belong here. You’re not qualified. Any minute now, they’ll figure out you have no idea what you’re doing.

'Imposter syndrome' gets thrown around a lot, and for good reason. It’s something so many of us can resonate with. But when we’re in the thick of it, it feels so personal—like we’re the only ones who haven’t earned our place. Right?! 😬

Here are a few ways it can creep in:

👉 Always doing the most to "prove" that you belong - overworking, staying late, and never saying no.

👉 Believing that one mistake = total failure. Mistakes feel catastrophic, and feedback stings.

👉 Thinking you don’t know enough to be in your role (even though you do).

👉 Feeling like asking for help means exposing that you don’t belong...so you think you have to figure it all out on your own.

👉 Dismissing your achievements as “just luck” rather than recognizing your hard work, skills, and talent.

Imposter syndrome messes with our heads and our careers. It makes us shrink in meetings, second-guess our wins, and stay small when we’re ready for more. Over time, it can drain our confidence, limit our growth, and keep us stuck in cycles of self-doubt.

Bleck!

Here’s the truth: You didn’t land here by accident. And that “I’m not enough” voice? It’s fear—not fact.

If imposter syndrome is something you struggle with, here are a few questions to ask yourself, to help shift your perspective:

🔹 What evidence do I have that I don’t belong here? What evidence do I have that I do?🔹 Would I ever talk to a friend the way I talk to myself? If not, what would I say to them instead? (this one is 💰)🔹 What strengths and skills helped me get to where I am today?🔹 Who can I turn to for support when imposter syndrome creeps in? (like a cheerleader!)

Imposter syndrome isn’t something you “fix” overnight. (sorry!) But the more you challenge it, the quieter it gets. And the next time that voice tries to tell you that you don’t belong—remember: You do. 👊

Do you want support working through imposter syndrome? Let’s talk. Coaching can help you shift that inner narrative and show up in your career with the confidence that you deserve!