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Imposter No More: Overcome Self-Doubt and Imposterism to Cultivate a Successful Career Hardcover – September 19, 2023

by Jill PhD Stoddard PhD (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 23 ratings
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A personal and professional guide to the latest research on imposterism and psychological flexibility, IMPOSTER NO MORE is the professional’s handbook to combating “impostor syndrome” and overcoming self-doubt to achieve career success.

Dr. Jill Stoddard is a recovered imposter. For years, she was convinced that the only reason she was accepted into a competitive grad school program was because her father knew the program director. Dr. Stoddard isn't alone in this: deep down, the majority of successful people question their professional legitimacy a good amount of the time. 

Why do we do this, and how can we stop? Although she's in recovery, Dr. Stoddard still struggles with feelings of imposterism. She works through them with psychological flexibility, the ability to be present with all thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, and urges, fully and without defense, while making conscious, deliberate choices based on what deeply matters to a person. Essentially, we're not attempting to change the substance of the thoughts and feelings that naturally occur to us; instead, we change the way we relate to those thoughts and feelings, so we aren't caught up in constant battle to control them. 

Throughout Imposter No More, Dr. Stoddard lays the groundwork for understanding the imposter phenomenon; she outlines the traps professionals often fall into regarding their imposter feelings, and provides actionable steps for cultivating psychological flexibility to be able to choose bold career moves despite self-doubt and imposterism. 
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"Imposter syndrome has been a buzz word of late, particularly when it comes to women in the workplace. Stoddard is masterful at using her extensive training as a psychologist to address the why of impostor feelings while providing a blame-free practical guide to claim our power and confidence. This is a beautiful book."―Eve Rodsky, best-selling author of Fair Play: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do (and More Life to Live) and Find Your Unicorn Space: Reclaim Your Creative Life in a Too-Busy World

"Do I really deserve this promotion more than my colleague? Can other moms tell I am more of a hot mess than everyone else? Am I capable of coming through the way my boss expects me to? Any person who has ever been plagued with feelings of self-doubt needs this read. Imposter No More helps us figure out what triggers this crippling negativity and how to overcome it so that we can live a truly more confident and courageous life."―Ericka Sóuter, frequent Good Morning America contributor and author of How to Have a Kid and a Life: A Survival Guide

"Yikes -- am I a blurb imposter? I truly love the revelations that come fast and thick in this book, starting with: Whatever you worry you're not actually good at is what you actually care about. That was just the first of the jaw-droppers, soul-savers, life-changers. Plenty more where that came from!"―Lenore Skenazy, author of Free-Range Kids: How Parents and Teachers Can Let Go and Let Grow, and president of Let Grow

"If you've ever questioned your competence, been held back by insecurity, or over-worked to prove yourself, this book is a must read. Stoddard offers a fresh perspective on the imposter experience with empowering tools for cultivating your dream career. You will no longer play small after reading this book."―Nir Eyal, best-selling author of Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life

"Imposter No More is relatable and engaging, offering practical suggestions to help readers overcome their self-doubt and build their confidence. Stoddard deftly blends stories and science to provide actionable tips for conquering insecurity at work and at home."―Katy Milkman, author of the Wall Street Journal Bestseller How to Change

"Want to shake off imposter thoughts so you can write the book you were meant to write? Imposter No More shows you exactly how to do it. It's highly practical, very readable, and deeply hopeful."―Jennie Nash, CEO of Author Accelerator and author of Blueprint for a Book: Build Your Novel from the Inside Out and Blueprint for a Nonfiction Book: Plan and Pitch Your Big Idea.

"Now, more than perhaps ever, we expend precious time and energy on behaviors that are self-defeating and that sew doubt in our own capabilities. Imposter No More is your handbook to taking back control at work and in life and get back to building."―Patrick J. McGinnis, creator of the term FOMO and author of Fear of Missing Out: Practical Decision-Making in a World of Overwhelming Choice and The 10% Entrepreneur: Live Your Startup Dream Without Quitting Your Day Job

"Imposter No More is a must-read for anyone who has ever struggled with the imposter phenomenon at some point in their lives — and as the book makes clear, who hasn’t? With warmth, intelligence and humor, psychologist Jill Stoddard interviews a slew of experts and shares relatable stories from her personal life and professional experience to arm readers with all the science-backed skills and strategies they need to understand and outsmart their own self-doubt, stay true to themselves, and achieve their goals."―Phyllis L. Fagell, licensed psychotherapist, journalist, and author of the books Middle School Matters and Middle School Superpowers: Raising Resilient Tweens in Turbulent Times

About the Author

Jill Stoddard, PhD, is passionate about sharing science- backed ideas from psychology to help people thrive. She is a psychologist, TEDx speaker, award- winning teacher, peer- reviewed ACT trainer, and cohost of the popular Psychologists Off the Clock podcast. Dr. Stoddard is the author of two other books: Be Mighty: A Woman’s Guide to Liberation from Anxiety, Worry, and Stress Using Mindfulness and Acceptance and The Big Book of ACT Metaphors: A Practitioner’s Guide to Experiential Exercises and Metaphors in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Her writing has also appeared in Psychology Today, Scary Mommy, Thrive Global, the Good Men Project, and Mindful Return. She regularly appears on podcasts and as an expert source for various media outlets. She lives in Newburyport, Massachusetts, with her husband, two kids, and disobedient French bulldog.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Balance (September 19, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1538724790
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1538724798
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.35 x 0.94 x 9.3 inches
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Jill Stoddard is passionate about sharing science-backed ideas from psychology to help people thrive. She is a psychologist, writer, TEDx speaker, award-winning teacher, peer-reviewed ACT trainer, and co-host of the popular Psychologists Off the Clock podcast. Dr. Stoddard is the author of three books: The Big Book of ACT Metaphors: A Practitioner’s Guide to Experiential Exercises and Metaphors in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy; Be Mighty: A Woman’s Guide to Liberation from Anxiety, Worry, and Stress Using Mindfulness and Acceptance; and Imposter No More: Overcome Self-doubt and Imposterism to Cultivate a Successful Career. Her writing has also appeared in Psychology Today, Scary Mommy, Thrive Global, The Good Men Project, and Mindful Return. She regularly appears on podcasts and as an expert source for various media outlets. She lives in Newburyport, MA with her husband, two kids, and disobedient French Bulldog.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and useful resource for dealing with self-criticism
Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2023
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"Imposter No More" is written in a style that is extremely accessible, yet backed by science of psychotherapy and human change. Jill has a way of writing that is just so human and relatable- there is so much here to help understand why we are so self-critical and how to not let that hold us back from the life we want. There are many useful, concrete strategies to take away from this book and I highly recommend from anyone who feels as if their self-doubt or self-criticism holds them back in life.
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Steven T Baron
5.0 out of 5 stars A very important book for those who suffer from imposter syndrome
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2023
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Dr. Stoddard has written a wonderful book that explains the concepts of imposter syndrome in a clear easy to read manner. In addition to providing a theoretical understanding of this condition, she also provides many exercises to help people question their thoughts and how they can stop getting in their own way. A wonderful resource for all of those who want to break free of this powerful condition!
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Emily S. Edlynn
5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect book for at least 70% of the population!
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2023
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Jill Stoddard takes on the common human experience of feeling like an imposter, which is more normal than I ever realized. Instead of pathologizing the experience as suffering "imposter syndrome," she digs into how we can channel the benefits of imposterism, and use clear, easy strategies to make sure imposterism doesn't get in the way of a meaningful life. I related to so much of this book and it left me feeling hopeful and empowered as I enter new professional arenas. Highly recommend!
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Tracy Steele
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read for transitioning military and military spouses!
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2023
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I have been a military spouse for 23 years and had to reinvent myself with each of the 9 moves we made. It was challenging for me to maintain the career I first had and learned to pivot into a new passion and expertise. With that though, came self doubt and feelings of imposterism. I am not unique either - countless military spouses feel this regularly as they have to prove themselves time and time again.
Dr. Stoddard takes the reader through her own vulnerabilities paired with science-backed explanations to demonstrate how to achieve psychological flexibility. She gives actionable guidance on how to manage the relationship to feelings so one can live full sized, not fun sized. Her chapter on cultivating community particularly resonated with me; finding a community of support and shared interests can help combat self doubt and realize one's talents. Leaning on her own personal stories, Jill helps the reader identify communities to be a part of. For military spouses, community is what keeps us going - the important thing is to find the right community of support.
I highly recommend Imposter No More for anyone but particularly the military community who routinely face change and needing to prove themselves with each move or new job.
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I am a psychologist and I and several colleagues and students struggle with imposters, this is a read I recommend.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly what I needed, what we all need
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2023
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Stoddard beautifully weaves lots of different kinds of science into a manageable accessible book. This book is for all of us who aren't quite sure we REALLY belong where we are at - and have an ongoing, questioning voice. She isn't going to fix it - she is clear about that - we learn how to live with it and listen to what it is telling us, what we care about. This book is for all of us - for our careers, our lives, our wellbeing.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly what I needed, what we all need
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2023
Stoddard beautifully weaves lots of different kinds of science into a manageable accessible book. This book is for all of us who aren't quite sure we REALLY belong where we are at - and have an ongoing, questioning voice. She isn't going to fix it - she is clear about that - we learn how to live with it and listen to what it is telling us, what we care about. This book is for all of us - for our careers, our lives, our wellbeing.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Fluff you already now
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2023
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I don't really want to know about the author's problems, I just want to know how to fix mine. But that's what you're getting in this book.

Take-aways include: outcomes are often out of our control; actions are in our control; we can redefine success; each moment is a point of possibility

self-critical thoughts are a normal part of being human; your inner critic is trying to help and protect you; attempts so control thoughts backfire; self-protective behaviors work, until they don't.

how we think about a situations affects how we feel; change your relationship with thoughts; avoiding emotional pain keeps you stuck; experience avoidance is anything you do or don't do to feel less of what you don't want or what you do.

I gotta stop buying these things; they are a waste. Just do. That advice is free.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Validating and Helpful
Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2023
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This book is so validating for anyone struggling with imposterism or an inner critic, and helped give me more tools to continue living a valued life despite my imposterism. The author is down-to-earth and relatable!
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