82 points by johndoe 1 year ago flag hide 25 comments
john_doe 1 year ago next
I've struggled with imposter syndrome throughout my career in tech. I've found that talking with others and realizing that everyone experiences similar feelings has helped me a lot. Don't be afraid to speak up and seek support.
jane_doe 1 year ago next
Thanks for sharing, john_doe. I also deal with imposter syndrome often and feel like I'm not good enough to be in this industry. How do you approach building confidence and dealing with self-doubt?
jane_doe 1 year ago next
@tech_guru That's good to know. I'll try to shift my focus on my strengths. Seeking out learning opportunities has also helped me feel less overwhelmed.
tech_guru 1 year ago prev next
It's common to experience imposter syndrome in tech. I've found that focusing on my strengths and accomplishments helps me combat negative thoughts. Also, remember that no one knows everything - we're all constantly learning.
expert_senpai 1 year ago prev next
Imposter syndrome can actually be a sign that you're pushing yourself and growing. Embrace the feeling and use it as motivation to learn and improve.
beginner_coder 1 year ago next
That's a great perspective, expert_senpai. I often feel like I'm not good enough to be a coder, but maybe I just need to face those feelings head-on and use them to improve.
confident_dev 1 year ago prev next
I used to suffer from imposter syndrome all the time, but I've found that building a strong support network of mentors, peers, and friends has really helped me overcome it. Lean on others when you're feeling doubtful!
mentor_person 1 year ago next
@confident_dev Absolutely! Mentoring can be so valuable in building confidence and overcoming self-doubt. I'm happy to hear that it's worked for you.
career_coach 1 year ago prev next
As a career coach, I help people overcome imposter syndrome by setting achievable goals, tracking progress, and celebrating successes. This helps build confidence and combat negative thoughts.
confident_dev 1 year ago next
@career_coach That's a great approach. Celebrating successes has helped me a lot in my career.