Daily Leap Career Video of the Week: Take Down Imposter Syndrome

Each week we present our Daily Leap Career Video of the Week. The video we share presents news or advice related to career and life development, searching for a job, the economy and employment, and other career-related topics.

A few weeks ago we shared a video on The Imposter Syndrome. Today, the short video below from Forbes encourages you to take down Imposter Syndrome and get rid of those voices in your head telling you that you're not good enough or smart enough to succeed.

Daily Leap Career Video of the Week: The Imposter Syndrome

Each week we present our Daily Leap Career Video of the Week. The video we share presents news or advice related to career and life development, searching for a job, the economy and employment, and other career-related topics.

In the video below, The School of Life takes on the "Imposter Syndrome", noting that what holds us back from being more confident at work is often a sense that we are fundamentally different from those who succeed.

High 5 Weekly Career Transitions Roundup: 3 Myths That Are Killing Your Productivity

This is our weekly roundup of some of the best career-related articles, interviews, blogs, etc., we've read during the week. We share them so you have some great resources to prepare you for the coming week. Enjoy!

• 3 Myths That Are Killing Your Productivity: "Some people are naturally more productive in the later hours, while many peak midmorning. Figure out what works and get on a schedule that allows you to get enough sleep."
• 10 Tips for Phone Interview Success: "In the age of technology, you need to be extra cognizant of outside distractions. Mute other phones, email and text alerts along with any incoming call notifications, as they can disrupt your conversation and train of thought."
• How to Hold a Productive Meeting in 7 Minutes or Less: "There’s no sitting down during these meetings; everyone stands up because it forces people to move and think a little faster, without the luxury of getting too comfortable."
• 5 Choices Every Job Seeker Makes: "How you job hunt says a good deal about your character, inquisitiveness and personality. And, you'll get different results when you stay up to date and carefully position yourself among your competitors."
• How to Handle the Imposter Syndrome: "One of the greatest barriers to moving outside your comfort zone is the fear that you’re a poser, that you’re not worthy, that you couldn’t possibly be qualified to do whatever you’re aiming to do."