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Dr Terri Simpkin PhD
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The Impostor Experience: Coaching beyond 'self-doubt'

60 min
Jun 9, 2026 10:00 PM

What you'll learn

It's not a 'syndrome'!

Distinguish between the myth & misinformation of the impostor syndrome and the reality of the impostor phenomenon.

Why it's not 'self-doubt'

Identify the difference between normal and helpful self-doubt and the more profound impostor experience.

Explore better coaching approaches for more positive outcome

Learn why coaching for self-doubt rather than for impostor experiences may be making your client or mentee's experience

Why this topic matters

The impostor experience is not “just self-doubt” or a confidence problem. It’s a deeply misunderstood phenomenon that can derail careers of highly capable people. When coaches and mentors reduce it to a mindset issue, they oversimplify the problem, limit outcomes, and can unintentionally make the experience worse. Learn to spot the difference and elevate the impact of your coaching.

You'll learn from

Dr Terri Simpkin PhD

Dr Terri Simpkin PhD

Authority | Researcher - Impostor Experience / Strategic Leadership & Complexity

mischief insight and impact
University of Nottingham
Baker Dearing Educational Trust
ARU
Infrastructure Masons
University of Tasmania

Previously at

University of Nottingham
University of Tasmania
ARU
CNet Training
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