2022 MRS Fall Meeting & Exhibit

Rethinking Imposter Syndrome™ Workshop

Sunday, November 27
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Sheraton, 2nd Floor, Back Bay C

 

Valerie Young

Valerie Young

Internationally known expert and co-founder of the Impostor Syndrome Institute

 

Millions of people - CEOs and entry-level professionals, first year college students and PhDs, artists and engineers - secretly worry they’re not as smart or talented as other people “think” they are. It's called impostor syndrome and it impacts both individuals and their organizations. Left unchecked, it can lead to costly consequences not only for individuals but for their organizations as well. Fortunately, there is a solution.

In this surprisingly upbeat session, you will:

  • Understand what impostor syndrome is – and what it is not
  • Discover the perfectly good reasons why bright people feel like frauds
  • Understand how impostor syndrome intersects with diversity and inclusion – and why it matters
  • Identify your personal “Competence Type”
  • Explore how impostor syndrome shows up as a pattern
  • Recognize the individual and organizational costs of impostor syndrome
  • Leave with practical, immediately usable strategies to help yourself and/or those you manage, mentor, or parent to address impostor syndrome

Preregistration is required to participate in the workshop; space is limited. Drop-ins may be accommodated but encouraged to check for availability at the location of the workshop by 12:45 pm.

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