Overcoming Imposter Syndrome – Building Confidence & Self-Trust at Work
Building professional confidence and trust
This interactive session helps participants recognize and understand imposter syndrome — the feeling of self-doubt, not being “good enough,” or fearing being exposed despite real achievements. The session creates a safe and supportive space where participants can reflect…
Cognitive Reframing
Group Activity
Journalling & Reflection
Mental Health Literacy
Psychological Safety
Story Sharing
Workshop
Description
This interactive session helps participants recognize and understand imposter syndrome — the feeling of self-doubt, not being “good enough,” or fearing being exposed despite real achievements.
The session creates a safe and supportive space where participants can reflect on their internal dialogue, identify common patterns of self-doubt, and understand that these experiences are more common than they think.
Through guided reflection, group interaction, and real-life scenarios, participants explore how imposter thoughts show up in everyday work situations — such as speaking in meetings, taking on new responsibilities, or comparing themselves to others.
What the session includes:
- Guided reflection on self-doubt and internal narratives
- Exploration of common imposter patterns and triggers
- Real-life workplace scenarios and group discussion
- Partner/group exercises to normalize and reframe experiences
- Simple, practical techniques to build confidence and self-trust
The session is designed to be engaging, relatable, and focused on real-life application rather than theory.
Benefits
- Increased awareness of self-doubt patterns
- Improved confidence in professional situations
- Reduced fear of judgment and “not being enough”
- Stronger self-trust and internal clarity
- Healthier mindset when facing new challenges
- More willingness to speak up and take initiative
- Better emotional balance and resilience at work
Hosted by Laman Bakirli
About the Host
I come from a background in Learning & Development, HR, and education, with over 8 years of international experience across different environments. I hold a Master’s degree in Leadership & HR Management from Germany and a CIPD certification from the UK. Over the years, my work has been very people-focused. I’ve designed and facilitated training sessions, worked closely with diverse teams, and supported individuals in developing their communication, confidence, and overall approach to work. I’ve also been involved in global mentorship programs, where I support people from different countries in their career direction and personal growth. Through this, I’ve had the chance to work with individuals from over 140 countries and was recognized among the Top 100 mentors globally. What I enjoy most is creating spaces where people feel comfortable to open up, reflect, and connect with each other. My sessions are usually interactive and practical, rather than theoretical. I try to keep things simple, relatable, and useful for real-life situations. Currently, I’m working on a large international project where I lead training initiatives and collaborate with different teams and facilitators. This has helped me better understand how to engage groups, manage energy in a room, and create meaningful learning experiences. Outside of work, I enjoy staying active , especially hiking, traveling, running, and playing frisbee. I’m interested in Culture Vitale because I really like the idea of creating experiences. I believe people remember how they feel, and I’d love to contribute by creating sessions where participants feel more connected, confident, and present.
Certifications & Credentials
Master’s degree in Leadership & Human Resource Management (Germany)
CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development), UK
Bachelor’s degree in Education
8+ years of international experience in Learning & Development, HR Business Partnering, and training facilitation across corporate and educational environments
Recognized global mentor, supporting professionals across 140+ countries
Experience designing and delivering interactive workshops, training sessions, and group facilitation in multicultural settings
Past Clients
I have worked with a range of international and institutional environments, including UN-related projects (WUF13 Azerbaijan Operations Company), Baku Higher Oil School (SOCAR), and global mentorship and educational programs such as Hertie School, beVisioneers – Mercedes-Benz Fellowship, and The Educational Equality Institute. Through these, I have designed and facilitated training sessions, workshops, and development-focused conversations for diverse and multicultural groups.
Focus Areas
Development/Coaching
Location
Baku, Azerbaijan
Languages
Azerbaijani, English, Turkish
Travel Locations
Europe-wide & international (with advance notice and travel coverage), Remote/Online sessions available
Corporate Experience
Significant
Session Types Offered
Interactive (eg. improv, group-art, yoga etc.)
Past Experience Doing Sessions
Yes - Interactive
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