Overcoming imposter syndrome
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Clear, specific account of overcoming imposter syndrome that claims promotions often worsen self-doubt and that sustained practices work: journaling, mentoring, connecting with community. Describes learning languages and tools (Ruby, Python, AWS, S3, Lambda, Hive, SQL), building test automation and web apps, and catching a surprising found ~$8M discrepancy in financial reports. Recommends documenting wins, reflecting on career path, teaching others to solidify skill and confidence, and changing workplace habits to be more inclusive.
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chapters (22)
- 0:00Intro
- 0:27Sheryl Sandberg
- 2:07What is imposter syndrome
- 4:26Imposter syndrome is not a diagnosis
- 5:25You belong
- 6:22My story
- 8:44Agnes Scott College
- 12:19New York City
- 13:47First standup
- 15:05Moving to Chicago
- 16:30Sitter City
- 18:04GrubHub
- 19:57Emmie Solutions
- 22:16Slalom
- 23:44Consider your messages
- 24:42Document
- 27:45Reflect
- 30:26Mentor Teach
- 32:29Attitude of Inclusion
- 34:02Dont be a naysayer
- 35:26Talk about it
- 36:31Review
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