How to get over imposter syndrome?

[stellamint]

I started a new job, and although I'm qualified, I can't help but experience imposter syndrome. Do you have any tips on how to overcome it?

[HungLikeAHorsefly]

If you're like me, you'll never get over it fully. But here's what I think about that help somewhat:

- Have faith in your colleagues. Do you think they're imposters? If not, remember that they hired you. If they're good at their job, then they're good at spotting someone else who is good at their job. Like, you.

- Hypothetically, if you were an imposter... you'd be a great imposter. Even if they eventually find out and can you, you obviously have the skills to convince somebody else you have the chops. So you're cool.

- Remember that it's highly likely a lot of your other colleagues feel the same way about themselves. No matter how social we are, to a certain degree we're all ships passing in the night. So there's probably plenty of people who think you think they're an imposter.

[GoogleWasMyIdea]

That happened to me also. Its very normal. My first job was an auto zone sales person and i had no idea what the hell i was doing. I kept asking for help repeatedly. To make matters worse, i did not take the training for the job seriously. I just showed up and started learning on site. I felt i was annoying the hell out of everyone but i am a quick learner and within a matter of 30 days, i became one of the best employees. My store manager said "we are so lucky to have found you." All i am saying is you will learn from experience and this will be over very soon. Trust me, i know how you feel.