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What to do when imposter syndrome strikes

If you've ever felt like a fraud at work, welcome to the club. You're probably suffering from imposters syndrome.

Natasha Boddy
Natasha BoddyWork & Careers reporter

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If Young Rich Lister Cyan Ta'eed gets nervous before a speaking engagement, she channels Popeye: "I am what I am."

It's valuable advice from her husband and Envato co-founder Collis and a gentle reminder not to let imposter syndrome take over. The entrepreneur and Hey Tiger chief executive admits she used to struggle frequently and intensely with imposter syndrome, especially during Envato's early success.

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Natasha Boddy is Work & Careers reporter with The Australian Financial Review. She was previously a homepage editor and online producer. Connect with Natasha on Twitter. Email Natasha at natasha.boddy@afr.com

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