Sunday Pick: How to beat impostor syndrome | from Fixable

In this episode of "Fixable," co-hosts Anne Morris and Frances Fry delve into the phenomenon of impostor syndrome, exploring its prevalence and the significant costs associated with it, such as self-doubt and burnout. They discuss the origins of the term and its initial focus on high-achieving women, while also addressing the opposite cognitive distortion, the Dunning-Kruger effect. The hosts offer practical techniques to combat impostor syndrome, including maintaining an accurate record of performance and seeking objective assessments from trusted sources. They also introduce the "cousins" of impostor syndrome—the perfectionist, the soloist, the superhero, and the expert—to help listeners identify these tendencies in themselves and others, providing strategies for leaders to create supportive environments that foster learning and growth.