Correlates of the impostor phenomenon among undergraduate entrepreneurs
1Coles College of Business, Kennesaw State University, Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, Kennesaw, GA, USA. Kevin_Sightler@coles2.kennesaw.edu
Abstract:
The impostor phenomenon describes the self-attribution of success to luck and interpersonal skills rather than to intelligence and ability, despite external validation to the contrary. Evidence suggests the presence of impostor characteristics among a group of 63 undergraduate entrepreneurs. More intense impostor feelings were associated with an external locus of control and a stronger perceived effect of work on family life. Implications for entrepreneurial performance are discussed and questions for research are presented.
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