In the spirit of vulnerability, I want to share my own experience with imposter syndrome—because for years, I lived it.
💭 The Moment of Realisation Mid-2022, I sat frozen at my desk, struggling to write a report for my executive team. My mind was empty. A thought hit me: I cannot do this for the rest of my life.
📚 The Clue Was in My Bookshelf I turned to my bookcase—four rows of books. Two on technology. The rest? Leadership, culture, faith, and self-improvement. Those two unread tech books confirmed what I had long ignored: I wasn’t passionate about technology—I cared about people.
⚠️ The Weight of Imposter Syndrome This explained why leadership praise felt uncomfortable and technical feedback stung. Deep down, I knew I wasn’t who they thought I was. So, I overcompensated—working harder, staying later, avoiding exposure.
🚫 Avoiding What I Feared Most Networking events were my nightmare. Surrounded by IT experts, I felt like a fraud. My career thrived on careful navigation, but as technology evolved, my imposter syndrome grew.
😞 The Impact on My Whole Life This misalignment affected more than my career: ❌ Relationships – I wasn’t showing up authentically. ❌ Health – Stress and exhaustion took a toll. ❌ Spirituality – I felt disconnected from my deeper purpose.
🔎 The Answer Was Always There My bookcase told me what I needed to do. I didn’t need to double down on technology—I needed to pivot. Once I embraced this, opportunities opened. I gained new certifications, explored new spaces, and stepped into a career aligned with my true purpose.
✨ What I Gained by Letting Go I may not have the material ‘trophies’ of success, but I now have: ✔️ Relationships – Deeper, more authentic connections. ✔️ Health – Reduced stress and greater balance. ✔️ Spirituality – A stronger connection to purpose and faith.
Looking back, the hardest part wasn’t the shift—it was admitting I needed to change.
🚀 A Message for You If any of this resonates—if you feel a quiet misalignment—know that you’re not alone. Stepping into purpose takes courage, but the life you’re meant to live is waiting on the other side.
📩 Let’s connect—your next step starts with a conversation.
