Sciences Event #1 - Impostor Syndrome in Academia - Webinar

  • 31 Mar 2022
  • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
  • Virtual webinar. Details to be sent to registered attendees closer to the date
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Impostor Syndrome in Academia

Why successful academics and researchers often feel like frauds

Universities and research institutes are full of highly intelligent, competent people doing amazing work. Yet, how can it be that so many clever, competent and capable people can feel that they are just one step away from being exposed as a complete fraud? Despite evidence that they are performing well they can still have that lurking fear that at any moment someone is going to tap them on the shoulder and say "We need to have a chat".

During this thought-provoking webinar, internationally renowned thought-leader Hugh Kearns, will dive into the science behind why imposter syndrome is so common in academia and research, and share practical, evidence-based strategies you can apply to reduce those feelings of self-doubt and feeling like an imposter.

Hugh will explain how high performing people, like yourself, often doubt their abilities and find it hard to enjoy their successes and achievements.

He will share the latest research behind how imposter syndrome is linked to perfectionism and self-handicapping strategies such as procrastination, avoidance and overcommitment.

At the end of this session you will:

  • know what the latest psychological research tells us about the imposter syndrome is and how it operates
  • realise how widespread imposter feelings are and why highly successful people can feel like frauds
  • be aware of evidence-based strategies that reduce imposter feelings.

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Meet your facilitator - Hugh Kearns

Hugh Kearns is the co-founder of ThinkWell and is a leading training and development professional who has successfully coached individuals, teams and executives around the world.

Hugh is an internationally recognised public speaker, educator and researcher who is known for his ability to take the latest research in psychology and education and apply it to high-performing people and groups, with an expert focus on self-management, positive psychology, work-life balance, learning and creativity.

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