Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Music Reference Services Quarterly
Publication Date
11-6-2021
Keywords
Impostor syndrome, librarianship, library science, crisis, career development
Abstract
While not a new phenomenon, impostor syndrome is still a relatively new topic among library professionals. Though prior studies for other professions exist, impostor syndrome in the library profession was not extensively researched until 2014. As the world fights the current global pandemic, new questions about impostor syndrome and work-from-home strategies arise. This article reviews the early history of impostor syndrome research, explores impostor syndrome research related to library professionals and work during an ongoing public health emergency, considers ways to combat the phenomenon, and suggests next steps.
Recommended Citation
Anderson-Zorn, April K., "Do I Belong? Imposter Syndrome in Times of Crisis" (2021). Faculty and Staff Publications – Milner Library. 147.
https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/fpml/147
Comments
This article was originally published in Music Reference Services Quarterly, published online 2021, https://doi.org/10.1080/10588167.2021.1996095.