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How Did Impostor Syndrome Hit Emma Wedekind and Ali Spittel? · Ladybug Podcast

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Impostor Syndrome

Have you ever been scared to contribute to a conversation or publish a blog post because you were worried you weren’t qualified enough? Wondered how you got to the point you’re at in your career because you feel you don’t belong? Or that you’re a fraud? You’re not alone! In this episode, we discuss how we have experienced impostor syndrome and our personal…

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  1. How Did Impostor Syndrome Hit Emma Wedekind and Ali Spittel? at 0:46

    Emma Wedekind opens Ladybug's impostor-syndrome episode by saying it gets worse as a career and a follower count grow, because thousands of people are watching. Full answer

  2. How Does Your Subconscious Shape Impostor Syndrome at Work? at 4:12

    Subconsciously, everyone can generally determine if they feel like they fit into a particular environment, such as a potential new workplace. Full answer

  3. How Can Negative Comments Impact Morale at 9:13

    Even if the ratio of negative to positive comments is 1 to 200, a single negative comment can destroy morale. Full answer

  4. Why Do Negative Comments Stick Harder Than Praise, According to Ladybug Podcast? at 16:01

    Ladybug hosts say a compliment is pushed outside the self: you credit the research, or you say the code was easy to read. Full answer

  5. How Important Is the Way We Phrase Our Words at 20:00

    The way we phrase things, especially across the internet and cultures, can have a positive or a negative impact. Full answer

  6. Can Imposter Syndrome Be a Good Thing at 22:03

    It does challenge individuals to be self-aware and to also keep others in mind. Full answer

  7. What Freedom Is Found in Embracing Imposter Syndrome at 23:23

    Acknowledging imposter syndrome gives way to vulnerability which allows for personal growth. Full answer

  8. What Do You Do With a Win to Fight Impostor Syndrome? at 29:06

    On Ladybug's impostor-syndrome episode, Emma Wedekind says to keep a record of wins. Full answer

  9. Why Does Emma Wedekind Say Comparison Makes Impostor Syndrome Harder? at 31:32

    Emma Wedekind tells Ladybug Podcast she does not believe you fully overcome impostor syndrome. You can only shrink it. The hard part is comparison. Full answer

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