Managing Partner, Emma Nawaz was recently interviewed by Manchester Evening News on how she’s achieved great success despite her battles with Imposter Syndrome.
This phenomena is not actually a syndrome and is perhaps more accurate in being described as the ‘impostor experience’.
Around three quarters of people admit to experiencing feelings of being a fraud during their career, over-thinking and a feeling of inadequacy and a belief that at some point others will notice that they are not good enough.
Emma says: “I often stop and think ‘someone is going to find me out’ and ‘how can little me have this amazing organisation with such great staff’?“Since then, I have grown the firm to 30 staff, including five salaried partners,” she says.
“When I have doubts I remind myself of the long hours, energy, passion and risks I have taken and the sleepless nights.
“It isn’t for everyone, but it is possible for anyone to achieve with hard work and determination. I also have three beautiful children and I constantly juggle work, children, husband and me, but I do it all with a smile on my face and with love and no resentment or guilt.”
Read the full article on Impostor Syndrome in the workplace and how to beat it here
Disclaimer: This article provides general information only and does not constitute legal advice on any individual circumstances.
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