Join the workshop with Hugh Kearns!
Researchers often struggle to find a balance between their research and all the other demands on their time. Most researchers also struggle with doubts about whether they are doing enough or are even good enough. How can it be that so many clever, competent and capable people can feel that they are just one step away from being exposed as a complete fraud? Despite evidence that they are performing well they can still have that lurking fear that at any moment someone is going to tap them on the shoulder and say "We need to have a chat".
The session will explain why high performing people often doubt their abilities and find it hard to enjoy their successes. It will also show the links to perfectionism and self-handicapping strategies such as procrastination, avoidance and overcommitment - the things that cause people to get out of balance.
At the end of this session you will:
- know what the latest psychological research tells us about the imposter syndrome is and how it operates
- realise how widespread imposter feelings are and why highly successful people can feel like frauds
- have some strategies for getting some balance
- be aware of evidence-based strategies that reduce imposter feelings
Course instructor
Hugh Kearns is recognised internationally as a public speaker, educator and researcher. His areas of expertise include self-management, positive psychology, work-life balance, learning and creativity.
He draws on over twenty five years of experience as a leading training and development professional within the corporate, financial, education and health sectors in Ireland, Scotland, North America, New Zealand and Australia. He has coached individuals, teams and executives in a wide range of organisations in the public and private sectors, and has held several courses at UiS in recent years.
Who is it for? Mainly PhD candidates at UiS
Language: English
Invitation will be sent by email
For more information or questions contact Malin Henden.