1. How do you feel about having to constantly over-prepare for tasks?
A. Anxious
B. Motivated
C. Overwhelmed
D. Indifferent
2. What’s your favorite way to unwind after feeling like an imposter?
A. Watching movies
B. Talking with friends
C. Reading a book
D. Going for a run
3. What makes you nervous about being evaluated at work?
A. Fear of failure
B. Fear of judgment
C. Fear of success
D. Indifference to evaluations
4. What makes you most frustrated about your sense of self-doubt?
A. It affects my performance
B. It never goes away
C. It feels irrational
D. It holds me back
5. What are you most excited about when overcoming imposter feelings?
A. Gaining confidence
B. Proving myself right
C. Achieving new milestones
D. Helping others
6. What do you dream about when it comes to feeling competent in your field?
A. Leading a team
B. Being recognized
C. Publishing groundbreaking work
D. Mentoring others
7. What happened in the past when you felt like an imposter in school?
A. I isolated myself
B. I sought help
C. I worked harder
D. I ignored it
8. What comes to mind when you’re praised at work but feel undeserving?
A. They must be mistaken
B. I was lucky
C. I need to keep improving
D. Maybe I did earn it
9. What’s your favorite way to prove to yourself you belong in your role?
A. Completing difficult tasks
B. Getting feedback
C. Achieving goals
D. Reflecting on past success
10. When you were a kid, how did you handle feeling out of place?
A. I withdrew
B. I adapted quickly
C. I pretended to fit in
D. I asked for reassurance
11. You have a choice of addressing your self-doubt or ignoring it, which do you choose?
A. Addressing it
B. Ignoring it
C. Sometimes both
D. Depends on the situation
12. You’re at a gathering and someone praises your recent success, what’s your reaction?
A. I change the subject
B. I downplay it
C. I accept it reluctantly
D. I thank them sincerely
13. What keeps you up at night about your achievements?
A. Fear of being exposed
B. Anxiety about the next task
C. Reliving failures
D. Overthinking positive feedback
14. Which of these would you enjoy the most: taking a new challenging role, mentoring someone, getting public recognition, or learning a new skill?
A. Taking a new challenging role
B. Mentoring someone
C. Getting public recognition
D. Learning a new skill
15. When you think about your career, what are you most concerned about?
A. Being exposed as a fraud
B. Failing to meet expectations
C. Losing passion for the job
D. Being overlooked for promotions
16. What aspect of your work makes you the most happy?
A. Completing important projects
B. Getting appreciation
C. Learning new things
D. Helping others
17. What is most likely to make you feel down about your work?
A. Making mistakes
B. Lack of recognition
C. Comparisons with peers
D. Feeling overworked
18. In a perfect world, how would you manage your sense of inadequacy at work?
A. With therapy
B. With a supportive team
C. By setting realistic goals
D. Through self-reflection
19. If you could wave a magic wand, what would your perfect work life look like?
A. Confidence in my abilities
B. Regular recognition
C. Balanced workload
D. Collaboration with supportive peers
20. How often do you doubt your own achievements?
A. All the time
B. Occasionally
C. Rarely
D. Never
21. You’re at a work event and someone asks about your recent success, what do you do?
A. Downplay it
B. Share with modesty
C. Highlight others’ contributions
D. Embrace it fully
22. How comfortable are you in accepting praise for your work?
A. Very uncomfortable
B. Slightly uncomfortable
C. Neutral
D. Very comfortable
23. You have a weekend off to do whatever you want, what do you do to unwind?
A. Watch movies
B. Spend time with family
C. Read a book
D. Go hiking
24. Which of these situations is most likely to be a struggle for you?
A. Public speaking
B. Networking events
C. Receiving feedback
D. Managing deadlines
25. Which member of your work team are you?
A. The diligent worker
B. The quiet supporter
C. The over-preparer
D. The reluctant leader
26. Someone at work asks, “How confident are you feeling today?” What’s the actual answer?
A. Not at all
B. A little
C. Confident
D. Extremely confident
27. What’s your go-to activity to boost your self-esteem?
A. Exercising
B. Meditating
C. Watching motivational videos
D. Talking with friends
28. What aspect of your job do you most want to master?
A. Public speaking
B. Technical skills
C. Leadership
D. Networking
29. What’s your favorite memory related to a recent success at work?
A. Completing a big project
B. Receiving praise
C. Sharing it with loved ones
D. Celebrating with the team
30. What causes are you most passionate about?
A. Mental health awareness
B. Career development
C. Equality in the workplace
D. Education
31. How prepared are you for evaluations at work?
A. Over-prepared
B. Adequately prepared
C. Under-prepared
D. Not prepared at all
32. What happens if you receive negative feedback?
A. I take it to heart
B. I feel motivated to improve
C. I feel depressed
D. I ignore it
33. What do you think you need to fully believe in your capabilities?
A. Consistent success
B. Mentorship
C. Positive feedback
D. Self-acceptance
34. How often do you over-prepare for tasks?
A. Always
B. Often
C. Sometimes
D. Rarely
35. How confident are you in your skills?
A. Very confident
B. Somewhat confident
C. Neutral
D. Not confident
36. How do you handle failing at a task?
A. I reflect and learn
B. I get anxious
C. I avoid thinking about it
D. I try harder next time
37. Do you experience imposter syndrome at your workplace?
A. Frequently
B. Occasionally
C. Rarely
D. Never
38. How well do you stick to your own standards of excellence?
A. Very well
B. Pretty well
C. Sometimes
D. Not well at all
39. Which of the following is most accurate when it comes to your self-assessment?
A. Harsh critic
B. Fair evaluator
C. Overly positive
D. Indifferent
40. To what degree do you experience feelings of inadequacy?
A. Very frequently
B. Occasionally
C. Rarely
D. Never
41. Which of these best describes your current state of confidence in your work?
A. Confident
B. Occasionally doubting
C. Frequently doubting
D. Insecure
42. What is your current biggest challenge related to imposter syndrome?
A. Accepting success
B. Managing anxiety
C. Seeking recognition
D. Overworking
43. What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think you’ve done something wrong?
A. Panic
B. Reflection
C. Blame others
D. Ignore it
44. How would you describe your relationship to your achievements?
A. Detached
B. Proud
C. Unworthy
D. Overwhelmed
45. Are you stuck in constantly comparing yourself to others?
A. Always
B. Sometimes
C. Rarely
D. Never
46. What would you say are your top struggles right now related to feeling like an imposter?
A. Self-doubt
B. Anxiety
C. Overworking
D. Lack of support
47. What is your main goal in overcoming imposter syndrome?
A. Gaining confidence
B. Reducing stress
C. Improving performance
D. Seeking help
48. What do you think is missing in your quest to feel confident in your role?
A. Mentorship
B. Honest feedback
C. Self-awareness
D. Supportive peers
49. What is your current level of expertise in managing self-doubt?
A. Expert
B. Proficient
C. Basic
D. Novice
50. You’re faced with a task that you’ve never done before, how do you respond?
A. Over-prepare
B. Seek guidance
C. Procrastinate
D. Jump right in
51. Which of the following do you worry about most on a day-to-day basis?
A. Being exposed
B. Making mistakes
C. Falling behind
D. Not being perfect
52. How anxious and stressed do you feel in your role?
A. Extremely anxious
B. Somewhat anxious
C. Occasionally stressed
D. Not stressed
53. How well do you accomplish tasks critical to your job?
A. Excellently
B. Satisfactorily
C. Inconsistently
D. Poorly
54. How connected do you feel to your career achievements?
A. Very connected
B. Somewhat connected
C. Occasionally connected
D. Not connected
55. I believe I have adequately earned my place in this role.
A. Strongly Agree
B. Agree
C. Neutral
D. Disagree
56. I’m afraid of being exposed as a fraud.
A. All the time
B. Frequently
C. Occasionally
D. Never
57. Which of the following is most likely to frustrate you at work?
A. Negative feedback
B. Comparisons with peers
C. Lack of recognition
D. Not meeting personal standards
58. What is the trickiest part about accepting praise for your work?
A. Believing it’s genuine
B. Feeling deserving
C. Acknowledging it openly
D. All of the above
59. Do you feel more like an imposter when facing new challenges or routine tasks?
A. New challenges
B. Routine tasks
C. Both equally
D. Neither
60. Do you have a support system in place, such as a mentor or therapist?
A. Yes, both
B. Only a mentor
C. Only a therapist
D. Neither
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Sources:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK585058/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9811106/