Imposter syndrome isn’t just self-doubt—it’s the persistent feeling that you’re a fraud, despite clear evidence of your competence.

And when that belief takes hold, it changes how you work. Instead of trusting your abilities, you start compensating:

• You say yes to everything

• You over-prepare

• You push harder and longer than necessary

• You chase perfection to avoid being “found out”

In other words, overworking becomes a coping strategy.

Annual reviews can feel intimidating—even for high performers.

You might walk in thinking:
What are they going to say? Did I do enough? What if I get blindsided?

But here’s the truth:
Your annual review isn’t just an evaluation—it’s an opportunity.

An opportunity to gain clarity, accelerate your growth, and step into stronger leadership.

The key?
Learning how to receive feedback without getting defensive.

Business for Humans Podcast Episode 43: Making Decisions with Integrity. In this episode of the podcast Business Coach Jaime Gennaro talks to us leading decision making by our values to make sure we’re aligning with the path that is right for us and our business.