Imposter syndrome is rampant among high-performing, high-potential women, and ironically, it shows up at times of achievement, when a woman is recognized for her strengths and accomplishments. It wreaks havoc on her confidence and keeps her from speaking up, stepping out, and standing in her greatness with authority. The crazy thing is, the very organizations that want to promote women and have greater balance with gender equity and representation may inadvertently contribute to the issue because of their biases and blind spots. It’s time to dig in and assess what’s going on here.
