February 6, 2025
TIME: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
I am an imposter.
Do you have a nagging feeling of self-doubt and inadequacy despite the plentiful evidence of success? It is time we talk about a common yet overlooked challenge in the workplace: Imposter Syndrome.
What is it? What challenges does it create? How do we support? Can we help flip the script?
Let’s give space for authenticity, foster open communication, provide opportunities, provide growth mindset, and celebrate achievements. We can help staff build confidence and truly realize their potential.
This session will cover...
- What is Imposter Syndrome
- How to recognize it
- Ways to support those who struggle
- How to overcome it
AGENDA
6:00 - 6:15 PM | Welcome & Introductions
Start the evening with a warm welcome, meet the speaker, and set the stage for an engaging session.
6:15 - 7:15 PM | Presentation
Unpack the concept of Imposter Syndrome, learn how to identify its impact, and discover practical strategies to foster confidence and support personal and professional growth.
7:15 - 7:30 PM | Closing Remarks
Wrap up with key housekeeping items from A2ATD and learn how you can stay involved to make the most of your membership in the year ahead.
REGISTRATION
- Chapter Members: $10
- Student Members: $5
- Non-Member Guests: $15
- Members of other local ATD chapters: $10
MEET THE SPEAKER
Seema Patel is a leader with 30 years of training, educating, mentoring, facilitating and a variety of leadership experiences in the healthcare industry.
Currently she is a Program Manager III in Quality Improvement with responsibilities in the Accreditation and Quality space at Buckeye Health Plan. She also leads as a Co-Chair for the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council. Her past roles were in the Population Health Clinical Outcomes area as a Supervisor in Case Management, Supervisor of Training, and Senior Trainer onboarding new hire staff. She also currently serves as the DEI Council Chair.
Some of her past experiences includes being a Training Manager for Sarnova, a medical sales and distribution company, where she helped create, facilitate, and manage the New Hire Onboarding Training Program, a Clinical Educator for American Home Patient, a durable medical equipment company as well as a Homecare Manager and Respiratory Therapist at Memorial Hospital of Union County.
Outside of her work roles, she has been an active member of Central Ohio Association for Talent & Development (COATD) for almost 6 years. She currently sits on COATD’s Board as President. Additionally, she also serves as a board member for SAPNO (South Asian Professional Network Organization), is an active member of the Human Resource Association of Central Ohio and recently joined the Central Ohio Diversity Consortium. She has been in the public speaking space for many years.
