Imposter syndrome
I have job offers from fb and Google, and a lot of managers are showing interest in me. This is making me really anxious, and wondering if I just got lucky on the interviews and what if I can't perform well on the job. Currently, at Amazon, I'm on a toxic and political team, and hence can't gauge whether I'm good or not.. I'm wondering if I'm even worth the money they are willing to invest in me. I'm sorry I know this is a terrible problem to have, but it's messing with my sleep cycle and giving me a lot of stress and making me wonder if I should even take a risk of moving.. does anyone have any advice.. I'm trying to meditate (Edit: thanks so much everyone, both for the practical advice and moral support.. I am so glad I did not get taken the wrong way, and im genuinely grateful to all you kind people in the community)
Good question. What kinds of questions did you answer at FB and G? How fast food you answer them? Did they have to assist you in any way?
No.. but I feel like I know smarter people than me at Amazon.. I just don't know why I got in and I wish there was some sure way of testing if they actually do want me..
Being successful in a role takes more than just intelligence ;) maybe they're smarter than you (maybe they're better at bullshitting), but you're clearly doing something that is impressing the G and the Book
If your current environment is toxic, then things will likely get better after you move to FB/G. You got through the interviews - keep your head up, looks like you’re doing the right thing :)
You’re thinking too much. Trust yourself :)
You’re unlikely to get PIPed at Google unless you do literally nothing for an extended period of time, or get into a fight with your manager. If you can get an offer from G, relax and take it.
humblebrag
Honestly, I knew it would come accross as that, but it's not.. I don't even have a memorable username.. I just am quite stressed, because going in with such high expectations of me is overwhelming me and making me more sad than happy
I feel your pain everyday
I feel ya, I have it as well
I’ve felt the exact same way in my life. It’s extremely common in high-tech companies where salaries are bigger than what our parents were making when we were kids. I made less than 40K a year out of college in SF and just got an offer for 365K TC from Google. I struggle with the thoughts of “am I worth it” and “will I be found out.” It’s good to talk it through and understand that it’s not the value that you have to yourself, it’s the value that you can provide to Google/Facebook/etc. It’s their job to understand the value that you bring and get the best out of you. Trust yourself. You can do this.
Oh my God.. this has been the most useful message.. and this is exactly how I feel.. thanks for your reply.. "will I be found out" is exactly how I feel
I am going through something very similar at my workplace. I totally understand what you are going through. I realized that being in toxic non-collaborative, unproductive, political teams can have this effect where you constantly question yourself. Surround yourselves with a team and colleagues/friends that can help you unlock your potential. Since you will be changing companies this might be really good for you. Give yourself a fresh start and don’t let the past experience ruin your new beginnings. Leave the baggage behind. You seem to deserve better.
I too have imposter syndrome. Some people here say if you pass the interviews then you must be good, buy what if the interviews are not reliable? What if I got in because I look smart and can sound smart when I'm prepared? On a daily basis when talking to people at work I feel dumb.
Don't do managers job. Join with confidence. I am sure you will do well. Hard to fake in all good tech companies! Best luck.
Thank you.. I guess I really just need to try.. worst case I get pip right..
Yeah!