Imposter Syndrome
Are you suffering from imposter syndrome? Rate yourself on a scale of 1-5 on the following questions to find out!
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Quiz Questions
1.
I secretly worry that others will find out that I’m not as bright and capable as they think I am.
A.
1- Almost Never
B.
2- Seldom
C.
3- Sometimes
D.
4- Frequently
E.
5- Almost Always
2.
I shy away from challenges because of nagging self-doubt that I may not be up to the task.
A.
Almost Never
B.
Seldom
C.
Sometimes
D.
Frequently
E.
Almost Always
3.
I tend to chalk my accomplishments up to being a "lucky," “no big deal” or the fact that people are just being “nice” to me.
A.
Almost Never
B.
Seldom
C.
Sometimes
D.
Frequently
E.
Almost Always
4.
I get really upset when I make a mistake, and secretly believe I should do things perfectly.
A.
Almost Never
B.
Seldom
C.
Sometimes
D.
Frequently
E.
Almost Always
5.
I think about it for ages, even when I get given constructive criticism, and see it as evidence of my "lack of ability”.
A.
Almost Never
B.
Seldom
C.
Sometimes
D.
Frequently
E.
Almost Always
6.
When I succeed, I think, "Phew, I fooled ’ them this time but I may not be so lucky next time."
A.
Almost Never
B.
Seldom
C.
Sometimes
D.
Frequently
E.
Almost Always
7.
I believe that other people (peers, colleagues, competitors) are smarter and more capable than I am.
A.
Almost Never
B.
Seldom
C.
Sometimes
D.
Frequently
E.
Almost Always
8.
I live in fear of being found out, discovered or unmasked.
A.
Almost Never
B.
Seldom
C.
Sometimes
D.
Frequently
E.
Almost Always
Quiz Outcomes
1.
Mild
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You are confident and advocate well for yourself.
2.
Moderate
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You sometimes have doubts about your own value and worth that sometimes get in the way of your ability to represent yourself well to others.
3.
Strong
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You are suffering from Imposter Syndrome and could benefit from seriously addressing your beliefs and self-talk.
