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A young professional feels a persistent sense of inadequacy at their new job. They constantly compare their skills to those of their senior colleagues, believing they are not as competent. This feeling drives them to work late hours and take on extra projects, not out of passion, but from a deep-seated need to prove their worth. Which theorist's concepts would be most relevant for understanding this individual's primary motivation?
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A young professional feels a persistent sense of inadequacy at their new job. They constantly compare their skills to those of their senior colleagues, believing they are not as competent. This feeling drives them to work late hours and take on extra projects, not out of passion, but from a deep-seated need to prove their worth. Which theorist's concepts would be most relevant for understanding this individual's primary motivation?