Vercors Mountains, France (2024)
I am very sure I am not the only one that experiences this because I have been at this state as well, sometime three years ago when I began a new position. And now, I find myself back on this familiar forest of continuous cycles of self-doubt and of fear. Fear that I'm not and will never be good enough for this new position. I know I haven't been working full time for a month yet on this new responsibility but I feel like it's just so big that what I have expected. But at the same time, I keep reminding myself to cut myself some slack because even if there was not much pressure (or should I say almost nothing really) coming from the leadership and my new team (they are supportive), I still feel overwhelmed because of the pressure I put on myself and worse, the constant struggle of feeling like a failure because I don't know everything at once.
I know the answer is in my head and in my hand and that is to remind myself that I am doing just well. And that I should not be scared to ask for help, to remind myself that things take time, and most of all to trust and believe in the leaders who chose me for this position against quite a number of other applicants - that even if I'm a newborn on this unfamiliar field, if I put my mind and effort into it (and of course combined with time, patience, and the support that is present) I will be able to make it, just like the last one.
We just tend to think that past positions are way easier and new ones are way more and harder but we should never forget that maybe it's not really the case, it's just the "unfamiliarity" of it that magnifies what it is right in front of us.
Never Stop Believing in Yourself and Time
Stevenson
I just came across your blog today and your post resonates with me. Your photo is beautiful! You are definitely not the only one who experiences this...indeed! I am retired now, (68), but I worked from the time I graduated high school (16) until the age of 65, when I retired. I have done many different jobs over the years...receptionist, office clerk, cashier in a pet supply store, managing a pet supply store (I worked in retail for 17 years). Those are just a couple of things I did, but I can so relate! I love your comment at the end of this post...never stop believing in yourself and time. Thank you so much for sharing, and warm greetings from Montreal, Canada.
ReplyDeleteHello Linda, I am very thankful for the advise and insights you shared to me, it really helps to hear when other people also experience that same I am feeling now because in a way it makes me feel less alone. Sending hugs to Montreal!
DeleteYou obviously have the skills needed to have been selected from a field of other applicants. It may just be your fear of the unknown that is causing some doubts right at the start of this new endeavor. Please continue to let your blogger friends know how things are going when you do a future post. You got this, my friend.
ReplyDeleteThanks too for the anniversary wishes. Despite rainy weather we made the best of our getaway and I will post about in soon.
Thank you so much Beatrice, always such a pleasure reading from you and seeing your visits! I am looking forward to your post about your getaway!
DeleteThe thing about impostor syndrome is to remember a lot of your colleagues have it, too! And that if you're doing well, you're the right person for the job. I bet everyone but you is allowing for the learning curve!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Boud! Indeed I need to remind this to myself everytime to feel better and naturally, as long as I do my best, everything will be well with support of the team :)
DeleteAlways believe in yourself. Never be scared or worried to ask for help. Asking for help is how we learn. It is only natural to feel nervous in a new position but the longer you are in it, the better you will be and you will look back and wonder why you were worried in the first place :-D Fantastic photo :-D
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Ananka! Your words are always so comforting! I need to be patient and learn while I wait for that moment that I will be able to be a bit more effortless on the processes. Thank you so much!
DeleteSolo hay que que confiar en uno mismo y verás que cuando vean tu trabajo vas a conseguir el respeto y la admiración de las gentes.
ReplyDeleteQue tengas un excelente día.
Muchisimas Gracias mi amiga. Tienes razon, solo necesito hacer mi mejor en este momento y tambien aprender las cosas incluyendo unos errores y algun dia todo estará mejor.
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