Is It Imposter Syndrome? Exploring Professional Confidence

Many sign language interpreters and translators experience self-doubt at some point in their careers. But is it always imposter syndrome, or could there be other factors influencing how we view ourselves and our professional abilities?

This interactive workshop with Brett Best explores the concept of imposter syndrome, questioning some of the assumptions surrounding it and considering how professional expectations, confidence and self-perception influence our working lives.

Together, we'll look at why these feelings arise, how they can affect professional judgement and decision-making, and whether labelling them as imposter syndrome is always helpful.

Through discussion and reflection, participants will have the opportunity to explore their own experiences, question some commonly held beliefs and consider practical ways to develop a more balanced understanding of their professional competence and confidence.

What We'll Cover

• Understanding imposter syndrome and questioning common assumptions about it.

• Exploring the factors that contribute to professional self-doubt.

• The relationship between confidence, competence and professional expectations.

• How self-perception can influence professional judgement and decision-making.

• Recognising and reflecting on our own experiences of self-doubt.

• Practical approaches to developing a more balanced view of our professional abilities.

Why Attend?

Whether you're newly qualified or have been working as an interpreter or translator for many years, moments of uncertainty and self-doubt can be part of professional life.

This workshop offers an opportunity to look more closely at these experiences, consider whether the label of imposter syndrome is always appropriate and reflect on how we understand our own professional competence.

Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of the subject, opportunities for personal reflection and practical ideas to support their ongoing professional development.

Workshop Information

• Trainer: Brett Best

• Duration: 2 hours

• Format: Online via Zoom

• Session type: Interactive workshop with discussion and reflection

• CPD: 2 structured CPD points/hours

• Suitable for: Sign language interpreters, sign language translators, trainees and other language professionals

• CPD Certificate: Provided following attendance

• Course Materials: Workshop handbook provided to participants

Please note: This is an interactive workshop. Participants are encouraged to contribute to discussions and reflective activities throughout the session.