Impostor syndrome: “I don't know what I'm doing. It's only a matter of time until everyone finds out."
Growth mindset: "I don't know what I'm doing yet. It's only a matter of time until I figure it out."
The highest form of self-confidence is believing in your ability to learn.
Adam Grantsubstack.comAdam Grant on Substack
Not long ago, it dawned on me that impostor syndrome is a paradox:
Adam Grant • Hidden Potential
At least when I’m doing my best work. The imposter syndrome had been around long before the term was coined in 1978 by Pauline Clance and Suzanne Imes. It’s that noise in our heads that reminds us we have no business raising our hand, jumping in the water, or standing on stage. And I feel like an imposter often. That’s because my best work involves
... See moreSeth Godin • The Practice
Impostor syndrome says, “I don’t know what I’m doing. It’s only a matter of time until everyone finds out.” Growth mindset says, “I don’t know what I’m doing yet. It’s only a matter of time until I figure it out.”
Adam Grant • Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things
Impostor Syndrome : Fear of being exposed as less talented than people think you are, often because talent is owed to cumulative advantage rather than actual effort or skill.