Imposter Syndrome: What it is and how to stop it stalling your career
Join us online for the second event in our Future Ready series with Heriot-Watt alumnus Jenna Robertson and Chartered Occupational Psychologist and Professor Dr Lucy Bolton, where you will hear how imposter syndrome can manifest itself and learn practical strategies to manage it.
- Date
- Thu, 27 Nov 2025
- Time
- 12:00–13:00
- Venue
- Online
Feeling like you’re not good enough, even when you are? You’re not alone. Imposter syndrome affects many graduates as they step into the world of work and it can seriously impact your confidence and progress.
Join us online for a supportive and insightful session featuring:
Jenna Robertson, Heriot-Watt University alumnus, Founder of Gaia’s Evolution, providing pioneering leadership development for leaders, creatives, teams and organisations.
Dr Lucy Bolton, Chartered Occupational Psychologist, Associate Professor in Business Psychology at Heriot-Watt University.
You’ll hear about how imposter syndrome can manifest itself and learn practical strategies to manage it.
As part of our Future Ready series, in this session we'll cover:
• What imposter syndrome is and why it happens
• Recognising the signs before they hold you back
• Tools and techniques to manage these feelings and build confidence Book your place below and take the first step toward building a more confident, resilient career.
This event is brought to you by the Watt Club and Heriot-Watt University Careers Service. The Careers Service provides lifelong support to our graduates via our Target Connect platform.