Moving Forward Safely: From Imposter to Confident Professional
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Moving Forward Safely: From Imposter to Confident Professional

Enhance your understanding and management of imposter syndrome through this focused two-hour interactive workshop.

By BSL Interpretations

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  • Event lasts 2 hours

Enhance your understanding and management of imposter syndrome through this focused two-hour interactive workshop. Many interpreters and translators experience feelings of fraudulence, inadequacy, and imposter syndrome, impacting both their personal and professional lives. This workshop is designed to address these challenges head-on, providing valuable insights and strategies to improve your career satisfaction and well-being.


Workshop Highlights:

- Understanding Imposter Syndrome: Delve into the roots of imposter syndrome and how it manifests in the lives of sign language professionals. Learn from Jill Henshaw's extensive research and wider discussions on this phenomenon.

- Decision-Making Processes: Explore how feelings of inadequacy influence decisions on accepting or declining assignments. Understand the reasoning behind these choices and develop strategies to make more confident decisions.

- Professional Growth Strategies: Gain practical tools and techniques to overcome barriers to career progression. Learn how to leverage these strategies for better job satisfaction and overall well-being.

- Reflective Tools for Self-Improvement: Embrace self-reflection as a means to foster growth and improved performance.


Why Should You Join?

- Conquer Imposter Syndrome: Immerse yourself in a supportive and interactive environment where you can openly discuss and tackle feelings of fraudulence and inadequacy.

- Enhance Professional Confidence: Learn practical tips and strategies to boost your confidence and decision-making skills, ensuring healthier career development.

- Embrace Reflective Practice: Discover the power of self-reflection and how it can significantly improve your performance as a sign language interpreter or translator.


Join us for a two-hour session of learning, engaging discussions, and practical guidance. Overcome imposter syndrome and unlock your full professional potential in a nurturing and empowering setting.


About the Trainer:

Jill Henshaw is a freelance RSLI, NRCPD Senior Practitioner, and trainer based in South Derbyshire. She recently gained an MSc European Master in Sign Language Interpreting (EUMASLI) from Heriot-Watt University and has a keen interest in continuous professional development and the imposter experience. When she isn’t interpreting she is usually found swimming in lakes and rivers or walking her miniature schnauzer, Bertie.


2 x Structured CPD points

Trainer: Jill Henshaw

Language: English (With BSL interpretation if required)

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Training for Sign Language Interpreters and TranslatorsBSL Interpretations offers a range of training for qualified and trainee interpreters and translators. All of our training is developed and taught by experienced professionals with considerable experience in the field in which they work. We offer NRCPD endorsement for those at the start of their careers wanting to register with NRCPD, Continuous Professional Development workshops and courses, plus 1-1 mentoring and professional supervision. Think of BSL Interpretations as a one-stop shop for all your professional development needs!

£35
Oct 23 · 10:30 PDT