Based on research by Dr. Valerie Young, an expert on impostor syndrome and co-founder of the Impostor Syndrome Institute, imposter syndrome can be broken down into five ba… See more

Originally, the concept of imposter syndrome was thought to apply mostly to high-achieving women. … See more

Some common characteristics of imposter syndrome include: 1. An inability to realistically assess your competence and skills 2. Attributing your success to external factors 3. B… See more

For some people, impostor syndrome can fuel motivation to achieve, but this usually comes at the cost of experiencing constant anxiety. You might over-prepare or work much hard… See more