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PART1: Hi everyone, welcome back to the Work Smart Channel. Today, I want to dive into an important topic: Impostor Syndrome in the workplace.
In Chinese, Impostor Syndrome can be translated as “配得感不足”, which refers to a sense of feeling undeserving of one’s achievements. Impostor Syndrome, also known as Impostor Phenomenon (IP), is defined as the inability of high-achieving individuals to internalize their accomplishments. In simple terms, it’s when you feel like you don’t deserve your success. Instead of attributing your achievements to your abilities, you might think they’re simply the result of luck.
How Impostor Syndrome Affects the Workplace?
Research by Jarrod Harr and Kirsty de Jong (2024) reveals that Impostor Syndrome is positively linked to job anxiety and workplace depression. This means that individuals with higher levels of Impostor Syndrome are more likely to experience feelings of anxiety and depression in their jobs.
Let me give you an example: Imagine I get promoted to a managerial position at the end of the year. Instead of feeling proud of this achievement, I might think, “This isn’t because of my abilities—it’s just luck. Maybe no one else wanted the job.” These thoughts make me doubt my capability to lead, and over time, this self-doubt can lead to anxiety and even depression.
In Chinese, Impostor Syndrome can be translated as “配得感不足”, which refers to a sense of feeling undeserving of one’s achievements. Impostor Syndrome, also known as Impostor Phenomenon (IP), is defined as the inability of high-achieving individuals to internalize their accomplishments. In simple terms, it’s when you feel like you don’t deserve your success. Instead of attributing your achievements to your abilities, you might think they’re simply the result of luck.
How Impostor Syndrome Affects the Workplace?
Research by Jarrod Harr and Kirsty de Jong (2024) reveals that Impostor Syndrome is positively linked to job anxiety and workplace depression. This means that individuals with higher levels of Impostor Syndrome are more likely to experience feelings of anxiety and depression in their jobs.
Let me give you an example: Imagine I get promoted to a managerial position at the end of the year. Instead of feeling proud of this achievement, I might think, “This isn’t because of my abilities—it’s just luck. Maybe no one else wanted the job.” These thoughts make me doubt my capability to lead, and over time, this self-doubt can lead to anxiety and even depression.
However, there is good news. Studies also show that perceived organizational support (POS) can act as a buffer to alleviate the negative effects of Impostor Syndrome. In simple terms, if employees feel supported by their organization—whether through words of encouragement, recognition, or acknowledgment of their skills—it can significantly reduce their anxiety and help them feel more confident.
For example, if a leader or peer tells an employee, “You’ve earned this promotion because of your hard work and talent,” it can counteract the negative self-talk that often accompanies Impostor Syndrome.
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