Does anyone else ever get Imposter Syndrome? I’m about to get a huge opportunity and the offer completely surprised me. I’m one of 23 GMs in my division, and I’m also one of the youngest. I know my background has prepared me for exactly this project, but I keep thinking “Why me? Do they think the project is going to fail and that’s why they picked me?” Which I ALSO KNOW is completely ludicrous and instead I should just be proud of myself. Anyone have any advice for silencing that inner doubt?

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You got this! They chose you for a reason. Because they know you’re gonna kill it! Keep telling yourself that.

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Heck yeah. Thank you!

I get like this sometimes. I usually take a step back and do something I know I enjoy to kick the nerves a bit. Reading webtoons or taking a dance class helps me a lot of the time :) A lot of the time, you are just too close to the situation and you need to take a pause. You got this love ✨️✨️✨️

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No problem! Good luck on your success 💖

This has happened to me a few times. What I have learned to do is to think about recent accomplishments and the value I bring to my company, my team,my role or future role and that usually helps.
Congratulations and I hope this works for you too!

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I am in a similar boat. I definitely struggle with imposter syndrome. My boss recently recommended me for a director level promotion and I was shocked. I immediately thought “me, really?” 😂 I’ve even been formally recognized in the past for being a top performer, but it just doesn’t register with me. I’m just trying to stay positive and ignore doubts and reframe my thinking. I will try to take my own advice too, but know that your work likely speaks for itself and you were given this opportunity because people have confidence in your abilities.

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