Construction’s promotion structure breeds impostor syndrome

Promoting experienced field leaders into executive positions creates career advancement opportunities for construction companies but often leaves these professionals feeling like impostors in their new roles. The psychological challenge of transitioning from hands-on work to management can undermine confidence despite their proven track records.

Elevating field leaders to executive roles makes sense for the business, but often puts them in a spot where they feel they still need to prove themselves, writes the co-founder of a therapy provider.

This story was originally published by Construction Dive.