One of Patrina’s co-presenters for an upcoming conference asked if they could meet. The conference is 2 months away.
Patrina’s a last-minute gal, so her first thought was:
Why are we meeting already?
Then he explained. This is his first big presentation. And he was nervous.
They talked it through.
→ The message.
→ The flow.
→ The plan.
And just like that, his anxiety floated away.
Not because he suddenly felt confident. But because he had a plan.
This newsletter will give you 2 simple ways to build a plan of your own (and a bonus 1 for new MSLs), so you win over imposter syndrome.
#1: Start With this Article
If imposter syndrome has been loud lately, start here. It’s a short, practical piece on why confidence isn’t the real problem and 4 tips to help overcome imposter syndrome.
Sometimes the fastest way to calm the spiral is realizing you’re not broken, y
#2: Use This Prompt (Seriously)
When your brain starts spiraling, don’t power through it.
Copy. Paste in Mira. Done:
“You are a Medical Affairs coach. I’m feeling imposter syndrome about [situation]. Help me create a simple plan so I stop spiraling and start preparing.
Bonus for New MSLs: Try RISE (Free for a Month)
Special shoutout to new MSLs. Imposter syndrome hits hardest early on. If you’re 0–36 months in and questioning everything, that’s normal. And
That’s why we built RISE, our community for newer MSLs.
Right now:
→ Your first month is FREE
→ Sign up by midnight tonight (Feb 6)
No pressure. Nothing to lose.
TL;DR
Feeling like a fraud is normal
- Plans beat confidence
- Borrow structure when your brain won’t cooperate
- New MSLs: you don’t have to white-
knuckle this
In your corner always,
Patrina, Sarah, Ralph, & Jess
P.S. Not sure where to start? Start with the article. Then try the prompt. Reply & let us know your self-rated imposter score (0-10).
Upcoming MSL Mastery Events
- DIA MASC Forum (Boston) - Mar 2-4, 2026
- Workshop Lead: Patrina Pellett, PhD
- Focus: Applying AI across the full MSL workflow
- Why Attend: Packed with practical examples for field teams & leadership
- MAPS – MasterClass Field Medical (Denver) - Mar 24, 2026
- Speaker: Patrina Pellett, PhD
- Focus: AI in Action: Transforming How Medical Affairs Teams Learn
- American Pharmacists Association- APhA Annual Meeting (LA) - Mar 30, 2026
- Speaker: Sarah Snyder
- Focus: Say It With Strategy: The Industry Edition
- DIA Course (Virtual) - Apr 29, 2026
- Speaker: Patrina Pellett, PhD & Sarah Snyder
- Theme: Integrating AI across Medical Affairs
- Outcome: Boost efficiency, clarity & impact
For Individuals:
- Aspire MSL Office Hours - February 11, 2026
- Aspire MSL Workshop: Networking Without The Awkwardness - February 17, 2026 (DM us AWKWARD for sign-up details)
- Creating Your Impact Report Workshop - February 17, 2028 (DM us IMPACT for sign-up details)
- Territory Planning Workshop - March 3, 2026 (DM us PLANNING for sign-up details)
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