Introducing Your Imposter Monster

Introducing Your Imposter Monster

By now we've all heard of the dreaded Imposter Syndrome, and many of us would probably admit to having it. In this workshop we'll discuss a new way of thinking about Imposter Syndrome - your Imposter Monster! You'll learn: What the research really says about imposterism (spoiler alert - YOU are not the problem. Environments are!) How to turn your Imposter Monster from a whisper that makes you feel small to a champion who helps you do hard things This presentation is for anyone who has felt like a phoney, like they're about to be "found out" or like they aren't good enough to be where they are.

Participants Will Learn...

• Understand what the research really says about imposterism (spoiler alert - YOU are not the problem. Environments are!)

• Identify why and when learners are likely to experience imposter feelings

• Start to differentiate their imposter feelings away from an internalized, semi-permanent "syndrome" toward an understanding of how imposter feelings are often a coping mechanism resulting from external forces

Bio: Dr. AJ Lauer (she/her) is on a mission to improve diversity in science and technology fields. AJ deeply understands the impact STEM fields have on all of us and believes that positive culture change in organizations can change the world. Dr. Lauer has held diverse professional roles including running a residence hall, leading an educational exhibit design project, and coaching and training C-suite staff - and has the stories to prove it! Her company Thriving Ibis Leadership Solutions provides tailored workshops, retreats, individual and group training, and more to help build leadership skills and retention in the workplace.