Tools for handling Perfectionism and Imposter Phenomenon

Training Organisation: Dr. Sarah Robins-Hobden

Delivery: Online, one half day

Programme Description:

Perfectionism is the act of setting unreasonably high standards so that you find yourself unable to reach them. Perfection is the enemy of ‘done’ because no matter how hard you work, you don’t feel the work is ‘good enough’, and the mindset can cause you to delay starting (or finishing) when the task is complex or difficult. Imposter phenomenon describes the sensation of thinking of yourself as a fraud, coupled with the intense fear of being found out. Perfectionist behaviours and imposter feelings mean we sometimes get in the way of our own success – forms of self-sabotage. Experiencing either (or both) may mean you put yourself under more pressure to achieve, whilst at the same time your stress increases, productivity declines, and confidence is undermined. This webinar will introduce you to some techniques to minimise, address, and (with practice) overcome these unhelpful thinking patterns so that you can effectively handle perfectionist behaviours and imposter feelings if they arise.

Learning Outcomes:

Engaging with this workshop will enable you to:
• Explore the aspects and impact of perfectionism and imposter feelings
• Analyse your individual experiences and responses to these phenomena
• Experiment with some tools to minimise self-sabotage