Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Phyllis Njoroge - Product Manager at Redfin

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On today's episode, I sat down with Phyllis Njoroge, Product Manager at Redfin and imposter syndrome connoisseur. Phyllis drops some great wisdom on what imposter syndrome is, where it comes from, the #1 way to combat it and how important it is to create a culture where imposter system can't exist much less thrive.

Here's what we discussed:

The definition of imposter syndrome and self-doubt

How imposter syndrome pops up when you find yourself in a new setting

Where imposter syndrome comes from and how a growth mindset is the #1 way to fight it

Why growth mindset needs to be applied universally and what that means

How sometimes PM skills runs counter to how you personally live and who you inherently are

The most qualified people aren't always the one who has to make the decision

Your manager should be your ally and coach. Find a good one and get out of toxic environments if you're in one

There is no failure in learning

Why it's better to ask stupid questions than make stupid mistakes

How to create the kind of culture where imposter syndrome doesn't exist

Phyllis's top professional growth methods:

The power of reflection upon your own experiences for learning

Consuming great content from places like Audible or podcasts

Produce your own content from your reflections

Network with others who have gone before you

Connect with Phyllis on LinkedIn and if you're on Clubhouse, you'll probably see/hear her there too!

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