Am I good enough?

Self-doubt. Imposter syndrome.

I have not been blessed with a surplus of confidence which means I will often doubt myself, question my abilities and let others take the lead.

Over the years, though, the silent observer in me has learned to acknowledge the skills I have, the virtues I have fostered, the abilities that years of practice have perfectioned.

Self-doubt is an excellent counterweight that puts you in perspective. It is the stop sign that keeps you from getting overconfident, boisterous, megalomaniac.

Starting your own business sends you on a huge learning curve. Some mistakes must be made – there is no better way to learn than from experience. Some mistakes can, some should be avoided – at all cost: for few translator will be in the luxurious position to work for fun.

Asking yourself “Am I good enough?” should keep you grounded but never tear you down.

For me, this question has become a point of reference. I know my strengths. I know my weaknesses even better.

So, if you find me pitching for a project, I am confident and well prepared to deliver and aim to positively surprise whoever my client may be.

About Verena Zipperer

Internal Auditor @ LBBW / Freelance Translator (Eng-Ger) @ freelance / Reviewer, MCIL

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