Date and time: 09 May 2024, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Building 100 Room 8013 (in person only)
Event details:
A lot of academics suffer from Imposter Syndrome. They somehow feel that they do not deserve to be heard or that their work does not deserve to be promulgated beyond their immediate network. This may be because many academics are not natural publicists for their work. The problem is that in this age of Impact, and Policy/Public Engagement, Imposter Syndrome can get in the way of academic success. If, for example, you are not using social media and other (physical) networks to publicise your work, is that because you are afraid of being visible?
The Imposter Syndrome describes a condition where we feel that we don’t deserve the position, responsibility or profile that we have. We find it difficult to take pride in our achievements and sometimes have the feeling that we are a fraud. Did you know that Meryl Streep, Albert Einstein and Michelle Obama all suffered from this condition? People who suffer with Imposter Syndrome often forget to think about all the things that they do achieve and all the skills and qualities that they do have.
We will tackle all these issues at the workshop. I have been working with academics for several years, and have gained a lot of insight into how Imposter Syndrome affects them, but also how releasing researchers from these internal restrictions enables them be much more effective and visible.
We will cover:
-What is the Imposter Syndrome & how does it affect us?
-Is the Imposter Syndrome affecting your current role and your career path?
-The best ways to tackle your Imposter Syndrome
-Reminding yourself about your skillset
-Getting support for the journey
Authors bio:
Jo is a consultant and coach in Policy Engagement and personal development. She has worked with several Universities including: Imperial College, University of London, Plymouth University, Goldsmiths and UCL. Jo worked at a senior level at the heart of the UK Government for over twenty years. She was Head of Communications for a high-profile Public Inquiry and subsequently worked in senior policy, strategy and legislation roles, mainly at the Cabinet Office and also at Number 10 Downing Street. She worked closely with many ministers, and has subsequently provided training and coaching for Ministers.
Jo was a Non-Executive Director for a large UK Government Agency, and is on the Council of the Institute for Osteopathy.