Imposter syndrome and how to deal with it (4 December 2026)

This is never truer than when at work.

This short taster session looks at the evidence surrounding imposter syndrome and explores practical ways that organisations and colleagues can create inclusive environments to support others to develop and excel.

This webinar is hosted by our lead trainer, Scott Rumsey.

What’s in it for you?

• Understand what imposter syndrome and where it comes from
• Develop strategies to tackle and overcome it
• Understand how to support people with imposter syndrome

*DISCLAIMER*: Please be informed that this webinar will be recorded. The recording may be used for promotional, educational, or other purposes as deemed appropriate by Management Training Solutions Ltd t/a Maximum Performance. By participating in the webinar, you are providing your consent to be included in this recording. If you have any objections or concerns regarding your participation and the use of this recording, please contact a member of Maximum Performance prior to the commencement of the webinar.

Agenda

(10.00 – 10.45)

1 INTRODUCTION

• Objectives and agenda
• Understanding the importance of overcoming imposter syndrome

2 WHAT IS IMPOSTER SYNDROME?

• Exploring real-life examples
• Understand the confidence gap

3 CONFIDENCE BOOSTING AND SELF-TALK

• Using the Thoughts-Feelings-Behaviours model
• Exploring strategies for increasing self-confidence

4 ACTION PLAN AND NEXT STEPS

• Summary of key learning points
• Reflection on next steps
• Planning for implementation

Free registration

This webinar, one of a series, is completely free of charge – just make sure you book well in advance to get the ‘joining instructions’ and to be sure of a place. Click 'Add to calendar' above before you click the green ‘Register’ button, above. The session will be held on Zoom, so remember to look out for the secure password we will email you an hour before the session begins.

Feedback

Scott gets outstanding feedback from workshop participants, both classroom and virtual, as the following comments show:

‘Excellent trainer!’

‘Scott is very engaging and very good at getting us to think through the issues.’

‘Very enthusiastic.’

‘Scott was great. He got everyone to engage in the course and was friendly and enthusiastic.’

‘Engaging, knowledgeable, personable.’

·‘Engaging and upbeat and had personal anecdotes that everyone could relate to.’

‘Good relaxed style... inclusive, explained well, highlighting points with examples. Made the Zoom session feel like a group. Thank you Scott.’

‘Lovely trainer; warm, personable and friendly. He makes me feel welcome in the session and is grateful for our input.’

‘Positive, friendly, encouraging.’

‘Scott is brilliant. He has in-depth knowledge of the subject matter and has kept everyone engaged with the conversations.’

‘Great energy and enthusiasm. Scott was very well informed on the matter and he was very good at making sure everyone participated in the conversation.’

‘Lovely speaker, very clear, friendly and interactive.’

‘Great!’

‘Great session Scott – nice balance of interaction, humour and top tips. Liked the way you kept the flow going and brought in the chat to keep the Zoom session interactive.’

‘Great interactive session with some great thinking points!’