Imposter syndrome is an umbrella term for different things, but many people experience elements and aspects of imposter syndrome, especially maybe in academic settings. In this workshop we will delve into the background, characteristics and challenges of imposter syndrome, and look at different ways to deal with or mitigate being affected by it. The workshop format includes a talk and discussions.
Learning outcome
- Many people – many successful people – can experience imposter syndrome
There is no need to be negatively affected by imposter syndrome
Practical information
- Event duration: 1 hour
- Number of participants: 50
- Target group: PhD candidates, Postdoctoral Fellows and Early Career Researchers
About the speaker
Hugo de Boer is a Research Director, Professor and Head of the Department of Research and Collections at the Natural History Museum.