Imposter syndrome doesn't end when hired. It often intensifies.
What you'll experience:
- Everyone seems to know more than you
- You'll worry about being "found out"
- Simple tasks take longer than expected
- You'll question whether you belong
Reality check:
- They hired you knowing your path
- Everyone felt this at first
- Your teammates want you to succeed
- Questions are expected, not weakness
Coping strategies:
- Keep a wins document. Add weekly.
- Find a mentor or peer.
- Remember that struggling means learning.
- Compare yourself to where you were, not to seniors.
You earned your place. Prove to yourself you belong.