The Kardashians have mastered "impression management," using social media to present a carefully curated image of wealth that fans strive to emulate.
Psychologically, "faking it" works best when used as a bridge between inexperience and growth . Fake It 'Til You Make ItKeeping Up with the Kar...
The "Kardashian Effect": Navigating "Fake It ’Til You Make It" in a Curated World : There is a critical distinction between faking
2. The Kardashian Influence: Status and "Parasocial" Pressure The Kardashians have mastered "impression management
Fake it Till You Make it: Good Business Advice? - Sarah Santacroce
: Projecting confidence helps individuals overcome self-doubt and build genuine self-assurance through repeated action. Kim Kardashian herself has advocated for this mindset, suggesting that "putting out the energy" of happiness or drive can eventually lead you there.
: There is a critical distinction between faking confidence and faking expertise . Fabricating skills you don't have can damage your professional reputation and lead to high-stakes failures, as seen in cautionary tales like Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos.