Session Abstract

Product Career Development

From Imposter to Empowered

Please provide a compelling description of your session. Remember, these will be visible on the site! (Limit - 150 words) It has been estimated that up to 70% of the US population has experienced Imposter Syndrome at some point. Imposter Syndrome directly impacts your career: If you have been avoiding negotiating your worth at work that can cost you between $1 million and $1.5 million in lost earnings over a lifetime. If you have felt like you're "faking it" or a fraud at our job, this presentation provides you with key take away's to help you feel more empowered: - Understand the role that perfectionism plays in Imposter Syndrome, and your Imposter Syndrome "type" -Recognize when your Inner Critic is talking, and how to get it to be quiet -Learn how to validate your successes and achievements, no matter how "small"

Heather Rider

Heather Rider is an anxiety coach and Imposter Syndrome educator who personally overcame high-functioning anxiety and Imposter Syndrome while working in a demanding Tech job as a Product Manager. She works with clients from all over the world who want to take a nontraditional, holistic approach to healing anxiety. She regularly writes and presents on the issues of perfectionism, Imposter Syndrome, high-functioning anxiety and other anxiety related topics.