Session: Imposter Syndrome in AI: How to Turn Self-Doubt into Your Greatest Strength
In the rapidly evolving field of Artificial Intelligence (AI), many women face a persistent inner critic that questions their abilities, a phenomenon widely known as imposter syndrome. This feeling of inadequacy, compounded by the scarcity of female representation in AI, can hinder career growth, innovation, and leadership.
This talk explores how imposter syndrome, often seen as a weakness, can be transformed into a powerful tool for personal and professional growth. Through personal experiences, research-backed insights, and actionable strategies, this session will empower women to embrace self-doubt, leverage it for continuous learning, and turn perfectionism into strategic risk-taking. Attendees will leave with practical techniques for overcoming self-limiting beliefs, celebrating achievements, and navigating the pressures of a high-demand, innovation-driven field like AI.
Join us to discover how overcoming imposter syndrome can unlock your full potential and help you lead with confidence, resilience, and authenticity in the tech world.
Bio
Rupali Patil is a distinguished AI and product strategist, advisor, and speaker with over 20 years of experience leading transformative technology initiatives across mid-sized firms and Fortune 500 enterprises. With an MBA in Strategy and Leadership, she has shaped the success of 25+ innovative products, fusing business impact with visionary thinking.
Currently, Rupali serves as Director of Product Management at Lincoln Technology Solutions, where she spearheads expansion into new markets and scales cutting-edge display technology portfolios powering next-generation human-machine interface experiences. She continues to serve on the Advisory Council at Harvard Business Review, lending her voice to strategic dialogues at the intersection of business and innovation.
When she’s not building what’s next, Rupali finds joy in traveling, experimenting with creative cooking, and writing thought-provoking articles for strategy and product communities. A believer in limitless growth, she draws inspiration from Master Shifu's words in Kung Fu Panda:“If you only do what you can do, you will never be more than who you are.”