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Imposter syndrome: you’re worth it, even if you don’t always think so

Competence does not guarantee confidence but self-doubt can bring unexpected benefits

Competence does not guarantee confidence. Albert Einstein once expressed dismay about the “exaggerated esteem” won by his life’s work. The feeling that one’s abilities are overestimated by others was named “imposter syndrome” in 1978. It is?blamed for mental health problems as well as for stopping many people, including women and minority groups, from reaching their potential.

But self-doubt can bring unexpected benefits. Trainee doctors who suffer from imposter syndrome have a better bedside manner. Under confident employees of a US investment advisory firm are better at helping people, co-operating and encouraging others. These findings come from a recent?study by Wharton researcher Basima Tewfik. Insecure folks seemed?to be spurred to prove themselves on an interpersonal level.

Imposter syndrome, the research suggests, is a double-edged sword. Fear can hold people back and make them underperform. But it can also motivate them to master their job.

Even so, it is a barrier to getting to the top. Few business and political leaders climb the greasy pole without having confidence. That is?because of a widespread tendency to see bravado and charisma as?a sign of leadership potential, according to Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, a business psychology professor at University College London and Columbia University. Those with a quieter 内容过长，仅展示头部和尾部部分文字预览，全文请查看图片预览。 — complacency and conceit — is more damaging still.

But for the moment, in a world inclined to believe individuals’ own assessments of themselves, confidence is a well-rewarded characteristic. “Fake it until you make it, then keep on faking it” is the most profitable strategy for ambitious people.

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