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Further reading on subjects covered in various issues of Dynamic
On the back of so many topics covered in Dynamic, here is some suggested reading if you wish to delve deeper into each subject
FURTHER READING…
INSPIRING MORE CONFIDENCE, AND LESS DOUBT
W hy Brave Women Win focusses on impostor syndrome and endeavours to show women how to be themselves and take on the success they deserve. Jill Bausch, a top head-hunter for international organisations, has seen hundreds of women underestimate themselves.
Have you ever felt you weren’t good enough and that you’re just waiting to be found out?
Impostor syndrome - feeling like you don’t deserve your achievements or you’re a fraud, is something that a lot of us can relate to, and even more so if you’re a woman. KPMG research showed that a staggering 75% of executive women have experienced it.
So why do so many highly accomplished women frequently struggle with feelings of inadequacy, self-doubt and low self-confi dence. And what can they do about it?
Why Brave Women Win is a practical, inspiring and entertaining self-help book that provides stories and tools for women who want to tackle impostor syndrome, increase their confi dence, show their authentic self and gain authority while they reach success and fulfi lment in their personal and professional lives.
Author Jill Bausch, a talent management and leadership
Impostor syndrome – feeling like you don’t deserve your achievements or you’re a fraud, is something that a lot of us can relate to
TACKLING IMPOSTOR SYNDROME
This book addresses why capable people suff er from impostor syndrome and creates a roadmap for thriving despite it. Having suff ered from impostor syndrome that threatened to derail her academic and career aspirations, Dr. Valerie Young made it a priority to understand why so many intelligent people end up feeling fraudulent. While her expertise is in impostor syndrome in women, her work is widely accepted as being applicable to anyone.
The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women: Why Capable People Su er From the Impostor Syndrome and How to Thrive in Spite of It – Dr. Valerie Young (Random House, 2011)
specialist who now works with the UN, LVMH Paris, Apple and WHO, chose to walk away from her ‘dream life’ and exciting career as a top executive to focus on bigger, purpose-led missions: combatting the HIV pandemic and helping to uplift sex workers and women across the world.
Taking on these challenges and going against what was expected from her as a corporate executive, a woman, wife and a mother required great bravery. But Jill is proof that brave women really do win.
In her book, readers discover: • Why and how to mirror confi dence – until it becomes natural • Th e diff erent levels of listening, and how they impact your success • Th e habits of highly successful women giving practical techniques • How to package yourself for maximum impact without compromising your integrity or authenticity • How to be a lasting leader during turbulent times.
Why Brave Women Win shares Jill’s personal journey, experiences and advice in a thought provoking, open and highly entertaining way. It is a must-read for any woman at any stage of their life and career who wants to achieve their full potential.
Why Brave Women Win: Creating Your Path to Con dence and Power in the Workplace by Jill Bausch (Leaders Press, 2022)
Godin raises the possibility that impostor syndrome is a sign you’re doing important work
BE WHO YOU ARE
Written by distinguished shame researcher Dr. Brené Brown, The Gifts of Imperfection imparts a multitude of learning points for anyone struggling with impostor syndrome. With her knowledge derived from not only extensive research but also personal experience, Dr. Brown conveys the importance of cultivating values like courage, compassion, and connection to combat feelings of shame and inadequacy. This, she argues, is how we come to feel we are ‘enough.’
The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are – Dr. Brené Brown (Hazelden Information & Educational Services, 2022) CREATIVE DOUBTS
Those for whom work is largely a creative endeavour are often familiar with impostor syndrome. Not only is the value of their work subjective, but creatives also spend long stretches of time working solo, with little in the way of positive feedback. Godin raises the possibility that impostor syndrome is a sign you’re doing ‘important work,’ with fear of failure almost a prerequisite for personally meaningful projects.
The Practice: Shipping Creative Work – Seth Godin (Penguin Books, 2020)
