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70% of people are estimated to experience imposter syndrome, which leads to self-doubt and inaction. We get so wrapped up in what society says success should look like, that we forget to take a moment and ask ourselves, what we actually want to do. This disconnect between external expectations and our true selves can often leave us feeling at odds with the world, we can feel like we don’t fit in, like there’s something wrong with us. Dheerja Kaur has worked at two high-profile companies, ESPN and theSkimm. She was able to land a job at ESPN, despite not being qualified “on paper.” She shares her early experiences dealing with imposter syndrome, and ultimately overcoming it by finding the right mentors and embracing her creative side to step into her full power as a leader. She recently left her role as Chief Product Officer at theSkimm to embark on new professional challenges. She publicly shares talks about this transition for the first time and how she is reprioritizing her professional and personal life going forward.