Challenging the Imposter Phenomenon

Are you struggling with confidence in the workplace after a career break?

Are you worried about a gap on your CV, or are you an employer who wants to support someone who has one?

Join us for an empowering in-person event designed to help you challenge the imposter phenomenon and embrace your unique career journey.

Hosted by Equate Scotland, The Challenges Group, Morgan Stanley, and Making Work Work, this event features a panel discussion and interactive breakout sessions on CV writing, digital resilience, and confidence-building for career returners. Enjoy networking opportunities and refreshments throughout the day.

Agenda Highlights:

Panel: Understanding and Challenging the Imposter Phenomenon

Breakouts:

• Crafting Confident CVs
• Imposter Syndrome: Building Support, not Fixing Women
• Developing a digital mindset: Building Confidence with Career Development in a Digital World

Networking and Exhibition Stands

Speakers:

• Dr. Bridgette Rickett - Head of Institute of Social Sciences, Sheffield Halam University

• Lynn Houmdi – Senior Manager of The Challenges Group, Co-creator of Making Work Work, and Founder of Flexible Work Scotland
• Charlotte Dixon – Executive Coach & Business Psychologist, Charlotte Dixon
• Abibor Yinfaowei - Technology Associate, Morgan Stanley

Info: Join us as our panel discuss the reasons imposter phenomenon occurs, how we (collectively) challenge it, and how to champion our own unique career journeys with confidence.

Info: Facilitated by Ellen Davis-Walker, Training & Engagement Co-Ordinator, Equate Scotland

Info: Facilitated by Lesley Morris, Programme Manager, The Challenges Group/Making Work Work

Info: Facilitated by Charlotte Dixon, Executive Coach/Business Psychologist, Charlotte Dixon Consulting

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

My Edinburgh, 18 Brunswick Street Lane, Edinburgh, United Kingdom