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The Truth About Impostor Syndrome and How to Overcome It

Stephanie LH Calahan

Research published in the International Journal of Behavioral Science in 2011 suggests that approximately 70 percent of people will experience at least one impostor syndrome episode in their lives. Social media users have created a voyeuristic environment where we can easily get caught up in “comparisonitis.”

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How to Work for A Difficult Boss

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

As I mentioned, I'm interviewing for a very high profile position next week for a Chairman of a major international company. Or it could be that he is just mentally ill, has some sort of addiction, or low self esteem. What works for me is to cultivate a life and environment with an abundance of peace, relaxation, joy, and fun.