You’re Not a Fraud. Here’s How to Recognize and Overcome Imposter Syndrome

Imposter syndrome involves unfounded feelings of self-doubt and incompetence. You may be able to reduce these feelings by talking with people close to you or a mental health professional.

“What am I doing here?”

“I don’t belong.”

“I’m a total fraud, and sooner or later, everyone’s going to find out.”

If you’ve ever felt like an imposter at work, you’re not alone. A 2019 reviewTrusted Source of 62 studies on imposter syndrome suggested anywhere from 9 to 82 percent of people report having thoughts along these lines at some point.