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    The document discusses impostor syndrome and how leaders can prevent it. It defines impostor syndrome as believing you are not as competent as others perceive you to be, despite evidence of your achievements. It identifies 5 common "impostor types" people fall into and notes that impostor syndrome is linked to perfectionism. The document provides ways for leaders to overcome impostor syndrome, such as keeping a list of achievements, embracing your strengths, and setting boundaries to protect your well-being. Leaders are encouraged to acknowledge both their successes and imperfections.

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    HOW LEADERS CAN PREVENT

    IMPOSTOR SYNDROME

    Joshua Mier JOSHHMILLER.COM


    WHAT IT FEELS LIKE

    IMPOSTOR SYNDROME REALITY

    WHAT WHAT
    YOU OTHERS
    WHAT
    YOU KNOW KNOW KNOW

    WHAT YOU THINK OTHER


    PEOPLE KNOW

    Joshua Mier JOSHHMILLER.COM


    WHAT IT ACTUALLY IS

    Impostor Syndrome refers to the internal and


    common experience of believing that
    you’re not as competent as others perceive you to be.

    While this definition is usually narrowly applied to


    personal intelligence and achievement,
    itWHAT
    hasYOU
    roots
    THINKto perfectionism and the social context.
    OTHER
    PEOPLE KNOW

    Joshua Mier JOSHHMILLER.COM


    THE CONNECTION TO LEADERSHIP

    Leadership Impostor Phenomenon:


    “A Theoretical Causal Model”

    RISK
    AVERSION
    LACK OF
    CONFIDENCE

    HIGH FEAR OF IMPOSTOR


    INDECISIVENESS
    ACHIEVEMENT FAILURE SYNDROME

    PERFECTIONISM

    PROCRASTINATION

    Model concept was created by: Elaina Jackson, Ph.D.

    Joshua Mier JOSHHMILLER.COM


    5 COMMON IMPOSTOR TYPES

    “THE PERFECTIONIST ”
    Nothing short of an A++ will do 100% of the time

    “THE EXPERT ”
    If I were truly smart enough I would already know the answers

    “THE superhero”
    If I were truly competent, I would be able to do it all

    “THE great mind”


    Often judging oneself on ease and speed:
    If I were really competent, it would come quicker and more naturally

    “THE SOLOIST ”
    Believes that true competence is in direct proportion to their own,
    unassisted achievements (ie: doing everything by themselves)

    Joshua Mier JOSHHMILLER.COM


    HOW TO OVERCOME IT

    FACT:
    We all struggle with this at some point and there is no
    quick fix to solving for this but there are ways to mitigate it

    A few Ways to begin


    • Keep a daily list of your achievements
    • Embrace and leverage your strengths
    • Remember that success is subjective
    • Create boundaries around anyone or anything that detracts from
    your personal growth or wellness
    • Honor your perspective
    • Talk about your feelings (with a professional if needed)

    Joshua Mier JOSHHMILLER.COM


    LAST WORD

    You don’t have to be an expert to show up for everything in life


    but you do need to show up.

    Remember: You don’t have to attain perfection to own the success


    you’ve already achieved. Celebrate the small wins.

    Joshua Mier JOSHHMILLER.COM

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