Imposter syndrome affects many professionals, including influential leaders. It involves a persistent feeling of inadequacy despite achievements. Wendy Redshaw, a senior executive, shares her strategy for managing these feelings by challenging the inner critic and focusing on learning from experiences. She acknowledges that self-doubt may never fully disappear but emphasizes the importance of reframing situations to find growth opportunities. Redshaw's advice is a reminder that confronting one's challenges is essential for building confidence and overcoming feelings of fraudulence in the workplace.
Wendy Redshaw, chief digital information officer at NatWest Retail Bank, said she confronts her challenges, believing that feeling like an imposter is fundamentally 'nonsense'.
Redshaw emphasizes that even top executives experience self-doubt, but it’s crucial to assess and learn from challenging situations rather than succumb to feelings of inadequacy.
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