The Competence Rulebook for Mere Mortals
There are many sources of impostor syndrome: Situational, societal, familial, occupational, and organizational. The one source common to everyone with impostor feelings is our unrealistic, unsustainable notions about what it takes to be “competent.”
Enjoy this free chapter from The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women (Crown Business, 2011) to learn about Valerie Young’s 5 Types of Impostors:
The Perfectionist
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*The 5 Types of Impostors is the most cited aspect of Dr. Valerie Young’s work. It is also the most misrepresented and most plagiarized. We welcome the chance to share this free chapter so you can hear directly from the source.