I think a lot of this stems from training for job interviews. A few years ago, I was doing a gig as a consultant for a while before I realized that side of the

I think a lot of this stems from training for job interviews. A few years ago, I was doing a gig as a consultant for a while before I realized that side of the industry wasn't for me. While on the job, I was trained (by 45+ y/o's) to walk into interviews and new jobs like I was 100% the best because that's what employers expect in today's job market. I believe its more the effect of a "Fake it 'til you make it" culture that stems from a result of lowered employment prospects as mentioned in this thread.