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Confidence & Self-Doubt Reflection
Explore how you respond to achievement, feedback, and self-doubt. This short questionnaire is one starting point for reflection alongside your development work.
15 questions · Anonymous · Takes 3 minutes
Fraudulence Factor
Do you worry that people will find out you aren't as capable as they think?
What Is Imposter Syndrome?
Imposter syndrome — formally known as the Impostor Phenomenon — is a psychological pattern where individuals doubt their accomplishments and have a persistent, internalized fear of being exposed as a "fraud." Despite clear evidence of success, people experiencing imposter syndrome believe they don't deserve their achievements.
You can be capable at what you do and still find it hard to give yourself credit.
This reflection explores how you respond to achievement, praise, and uncertainty. Notice where self-doubt affects the opportunities you take or the standards you set for yourself.
Signs of Imposter Phenomenon
The Fraudulence Factor
Fear of being 'found out' or exposed as unqualified, despite a track record of demonstrable competence and achievement.
Attribution Errors
Believing success is due to luck, timing, or charm rather than your own skill, intelligence, or effort.
The Perfectionist Loop
Setting impossibly high standards and feeling shame when missing them, creating a cycle of overwork and self-doubt.
Super-Heroism
Feeling the need to work harder than everyone else to prove your worth, often leading to chronic exhaustion and burnout.
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Scientific Framework
This assessment is adapted from the core concepts of the Clance Impostor Phenomenon Scale (CIPS).
Our routing incorporates dimensions of achievement discounting and perceived fraudulence identified in the Harvey Impostor Phenomenon Scale (HIPS).
* This self-assessment is designed for informational and educational purposes only and is not a diagnostic tool. Rilev does not store personally identifiable information from this screening, and your identity cannot be determined from your responses. All processing happens locally in your browser — no data is sent to our servers during the screening. This tool does not replace professional evaluation. If imposter feelings significantly impact your daily life, please consult a licensed mental health professional for further guidance.