10 Questions
What was the speaker's academic achievement in college?
Average student with a thank you laude
What is the first question the speaker suggests asking oneself?
Why do you want to do this work?
What is an example of a personal experience that can give clues about one's desired work?
Having a grandmother who did manual labor
What is the benefit of sharing personal stories in an interview?
It shows one's passion and dedication to the work
What is an example of a personal story that can be shared in an interview?
A story about filling out immigration papers for parents
What is the primary purpose of the speaker's message?
To help people recognize and leverage their unique strengths
What is the typical outcome when people experience self-doubt about their experiences?
They give up on their dreams
Why are the speaker's experiences considered a 'differentiating strength'?
Because they are not traditional or common
What is the key to driving career success according to the speaker?
Transforming how one perceives their own story
Who is more likely to experience self-doubt in high-stakes moments?
Individuals who are people of color or first-generation college students
Study Notes
Overcoming Self-Doubt in Job Applications
- Many people experience self-doubt when applying for their dream job, especially if they don't fit the traditional mold (e.g., people of color, first-generation college students, non-traditional background).
- This self-doubt can be based on thoughts like "My parents didn't go to college" or "I have a learning disability."
Transforming Self-Doubt into Strength
- These experiences that seem like liabilities can actually be differentiating strengths.
- The secret is to transform how you perceive your own story and identify the valuable skills you've acquired over time.
Identifying Valuable Skills
- Even if you've been on an untraditional path, you've likely developed valuable skills that can be highlighted in a job application.
- Identify these experiences and trumpet them, as they can be your ticket to a great job.
Personal Experiences and Passion
- Ask yourself why you want to do a particular job or work in a certain environment, and let your personal experiences guide you.
- Your passion and dedication to the work will shine through when you share your personal story in an interview.
Examples of Overcoming Self-Doubt
- The speaker overcame their own self-doubts by recognizing their strengths in connecting with people, despite not having top-notch internships or being an extraordinary student.
- A young person, Dylan, overcame his self-doubt by sharing his personal story of filling out immigration papers for his parents, which showed his passion and dedication to the work.
This quiz explores the common self-doubts people experience when applying for their dream job, including imposter syndrome, learning disabilities, and more. Take this quiz to identify and overcome these doubts.
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