Are you suffering from imposter syndrome?


This quiz helps figure out if you might have imposter syndrome, which is when people doubt their achievements and worry about being discovered as fakes. The results show how much imposter syndrome you might have, from feeling unsure to feeling confident.


This quiz helps figure out if you might have imposter syndrome, which is when people doubt their achievements and worry about being discovered as fakes. The results show how much imposter syndrome you might have, from feeling unsure to feeling confident.
Question 1 of 14
1. At the end of a project, even a successful one, I feel I should have done better.
Question 2 of 14
2. I often feel that I am not qualified to do this job.
Question 3 of 14
3. I often feel that a project issue is my fault.
Question 4 of 14
4. I don’t feel ready for another promotion.
Question 5 of 14
5. I often feel that another specialist would do better on this project.
Question 6 of 14
6. I often minimize my skills, experience and qualifications.
Question 7 of 14
7. I can shutdown in high-pressure situations.
Question 8 of 14
8. Others view me as someone who is always trying to please.
Question 9 of 14
9. I am often surprised when I receive positive feedback or performance reviews.
Question 10 of 14
10. I feel that I need to work longer hours to make up for my shortcomings.
Question 11 of 14
11. Others view me as too much of a perfectionist.
Question 12 of 14
12. I look for feedback and coaching more frequently than my peers.
Question 13 of 14
13. I often feel that I don’t have the experience to do this job.
Question 14 of 14
14. I lack confidence in my own abilities.