If you feel like like you are not doing enough, this book is for you.
Have you ever felt like a fraud in your own life, incapable or unworthy of success? Have you ever worried that everyone has their act together except for you?
You’re capable of great things when you trust yourself and access your inner power
Imposter syndrome is a persistent feeling of self-doubt and failure. It impacts millions of competent, successful people and often results in anxiety, stress, and burnout.
In “You (Don’t) Suck: How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome,” Max Masure explores why so many of us struggle to acknowledge our achievements and live true to our values and beliefs. With warmth and candor, Max Masure recounts their own journey from severe burnout and misalignment with their inner self to coming out as a transmasculine person, recognizing their potential, and finally speaking their truth.
Max Masure shows you how to build a better work-life balance and grow the confidence you need to flourish at work and in your personal life. Through exercises and activities, each chapter helps you define what success means to you, gain clarity about your needs and goals, set boundaries, and reimagine who you want to be.
What People Are Saying
“Yes, there are a lot of books on imposter syndrome out there—but this one is different. Max Masure has found an inverse correlation between imposter syndrome and living authentically. Their imposter syndrome fell away once they aligned themself with their true identity, their true work, their true body. This book mixes Max’s personal story with dozens of worksheets for you to assess and address your own imposter syndrome. Many of my coaching clients come to me for support with imposter syndrome—turns out I’m unknowingly experiencing it too! Now I have a resource for my clients and myself to expand our sense of belonging through better boundaries, inner power, interdependent community, and reimagining our future. This book is an act of courage, and I am grateful that Max has brought it—and themself—into existence.”
— Whitney Hess (she/her), Executive Coaching for Creative Leaders
“What Max has created in this work is a gentle journey into introspection of imposter syndrome. They have skillfully woven information, personal narrative, and exercises to walk with the reader and invite them to learn about and explore the influence of imposter syndrome in 4 key life domains. The way this is done helps the reader to see and understand themselves in affirming ways, and with an opportunity to use the exercises to support their overall growth and well-being.”
— Megan Murk (she/her), National Board Certified Coach (NBC-HWC)
"Imposter syndrome used to hold me back from my potential and I wish I had this book years ago. Using easy-to-follow exercises and prompts, this book provides a roadmap that can help you move from burnout to self-empowerment. I particularly like how Max uses their own stories and journey to model this transformation."
— Bernadette Smith (she/her), CEO Equality Institute and bestselling author of Inclusive 360
“In this raw and real exploration of imposter syndrome, Max Masure encourages the reader to ask themselves who benefits when they abandon their inner power. By helping you understand the relationship between your inner landscape and external systems, Masure gives you an actionable and motivating guide to turning down the volume on your imposter syndrome so you can trust yourself and your communities of support more. The result: A stronger sense of self and a more empowered life.”
— Kat Vellos (she/her), author of We Should Get Together: The Secret to Cultivating Better Friendships weshouldgettogether.com
“I recently learned of a concept in early childhood development called healing narrative, an innate way for our young minds to make sense of the world through stories. Stories have dominated my life and not all of them have been healthy. In this book, Max dives deep into the stories we tell ourselves, the stories that hold us back, and the new stories that are within us that need to be read out loud.”
— George Aye (he/him), Co-Founder and Director of Innovation, Greater Good Studio
“Imposter syndrome has impacted me and my life in so many ways. I wish I’d had a book early in my career that could move me beyond these beliefs I picked up from years of people telling me I wasn’t good enough. The book is finally here! Max’s practical, thoughtful guide will help you regain your power and step into your best self.”
— Melinda Briana Epler (she/her), Founder & CEO, Change Catalyst, and author, How to Be an Ally.
Max Masure talks about impostor syndrome
Interview by All Aces.