I just received a job offer!

Anonymous

May 13,2022 at 8:22PM UTC

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I just received a job offer!

I was optimistic after the interview but didn't really think they could match salary from my current job. They did, and for that matter, they well exceeded my expectations. It's been 3 hours and the imposter syndrome is settling in. What do you do to keep that at bay? It was like the job was written for me so I really don't know why I'm doubting myself.

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AnonymousMay 13,2022 at 8:29PM UTC
Congratulations!
Ale ThomasMay 13,2022 at 9:08PM UTC
congratulations!!! <3 everybody goes through imposter syndrome, it's natural - just feel it but let it go like any other emotion that eventually creeps in. you got the offer and they went above what you asked for, you're getting what's meant for you!
AnonymousMay 13,2022 at 9:52PM UTC
When in doubt pray. Maybe this is your year and season of alignment. Praise whomever you pray to and continue to pray for follow through and that everything plays out and works out as desired.
Cyndi RosenblattMay 13,2022 at 10:24PM UTC
Congratulations! When I first took on my current role, I thought it was beyond me. Fortunately, I had people around me who were positive that it wasn't and it didn't take long for me to get a good grip on what was going on and where I could move things to the next level. Not sure there's really a cure or resolution except to jump in and do the job to the best of your abilities. Clearly the hiring team felt that you were capable of doing a good job, so consider that your first vote of confidence and run with it.
AnonymousMay 14,2022 at 12:56AM UTC
Congratulations! Did you respect and think you can learn from the hiring manager? If the answer is yes, then you can make the jump that they are capable and smart enough to hired the right person! If you weren’t meant for the job, then you wouldn’t have gotten it! Own it!
Lisa MarieMay 15,2022 at 1:57AM UTC
Congratulations!
You clearly know that it's importer syndrome.
Do you listen to yourself or only to others?
Both you and the employer believe you can do the job, so get going and get it done!
Julie HumbirdMay 15,2022 at 6:13PM UTC
Congratulations! I've been there too. Affirmations have been helpful to me... much like meditation. Watch this video on tips for Imposture Syndrome. Its a continuous process to manage.
https://www.thelisttv.com/the-list/how-to-overcome-imposter-syndrome-2-19-21/
AnonymousMay 16,2022 at 2:00AM UTC
Thank you
AnonymousMay 15,2022 at 7:23PM UTC
Thank you all for your thoughts. To clarify I’ve done this work before but the definitely think I’m going to come and and fix a lot of problems. They were very competitive in their offer. I just hope I can live up to their expectations. I’ve asked a lot of questions. I am sure I can do it. Except when I’m not sure… haha?