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Not Technical Enough

QUALITY BOSS • 159 implied HN points • 21 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Workplace Issues Gender bias Career development Impostor syndrome Technical Skills
  1. Feeling like you're not 'technical enough' often comes from biases and stereotypes, especially in gender. It's important to remember that everyone's skills and roles can vary greatly.
  2. Your worth and skills in tech should be measured by how well you understand your job, not just by coding abilities. Everyone has different strengths that contribute to success.
  3. Confidence in your abilities is key. Feedback can sting, but it's crucial to assess it within context and not let others' opinions define your self-worth.

The worse bullshitter

Sunday Letters • 139 implied HN points • 26 Feb 24
📖 Philosophy Self-awareness Cognition Impostor syndrome Personal Growth
  1. It's easy to think we understand something fully, but we often realize we don't when we actually try to do it. This can happen in both math and programming.
  2. Sometimes we can fool ourselves into believing we know more than we do, which can make us the worst kind of bullshitter. This is especially tricky because it can tie into feelings of impostor syndrome.
  3. To avoid deceiving ourselves, it's important to be honest about our results. Whether in math, programming, or management, focusing on real outcomes can keep us grounded.

When You Don't Know It All

QUALITY BOSS • 39 implied HN points • 13 Dec 23
💼 Business Leadership Career development Personal Growth Impostor syndrome Mentorship
  1. It's normal to feel like you don't know everything, especially when starting a new job. Accepting that you don't have to know it all can help ease your fears and open up opportunities for learning.
  2. Building relationships with your new coworkers is really important. Connecting with others can help you learn and grow in your new role.
  3. When feel like an impostor, try to focus on what you need to learn. Ask questions, celebrate small wins, and remember everyone starts as a beginner.

How I overcome self-doubt and impostor syndrome by using my confidence portfolio

The Caring Techie Newsletter • 2 HN points • 28 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-doubt Impostor syndrome Confidence Public Speaking Personal Development
  1. Facing daunting tasks like public speaking requires finding a balance between calming nerves and getting excited.
  2. Breathing exercises can be helpful for calming down before taking on a challenging task.
  3. Creating a confidence portfolio can serve as a personal secret to boost confidence in various situations.
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Culture Insights: Impostor Syndrome 😳

PeopleStorming • 0 implied HN points • 21 Mar 19
🎭️ Culture Impostor syndrome Self-care Gender differences Cognitive Distortions
  1. Impostor syndrome affects around 70% of people at least once in their lifetime, creating feelings of inadequacy and fear of being exposed as a fraud.
  2. It can impact both men and women in various situations, such as new environments, high-pressure situations, or ambiguous praise.
  3. Combat impostor syndrome by identifying cognitive distortions, seeking feedback, setting clear expectations, and encouraging open communication within teams.