#44: 4 Proven Ways To Become More Confident As A Leader

How do you build confidence as a leader?Is confidence something you’re born with, which only certain people possess -- or can you create it over time?This is exactly what I’ll be unpacking on today’s episode.Shifting from self-doubt to confidence is one of the three core pillars of my work -- and a common reason leaders seek my support.Confidence is critical to building visibility, credibility and influence. It’s what helps you speak up in high-stakes meetings, get buy-in for your ideas and progress in your career without second-guessing yourself.PLUS, it earns you trust as a leader and strengthens relationships with your team and clients.If you’ve ever looked at someone and thought they’re more confident than you, chances are they experience self-doubt as well. So what’s the secret they seem to have figured out?In this episode, I’m sharing some tried and true tips to build your confidence as a leader. You’ll walk away with four ways to overcome the self-doubt getting in the way of what you want!You'll learn:The number one secret to stop proving yourself and start leading with confidence -- by being MORE of who you are, not lessThe biggest myth about introverts and confidence -- and what to do if you’re quietly holding yourself backWhy leveraging your strengths (not fixing your flaws) is the key to building confidence as a leaderA surprising lesson my 3-year-old nephew taught me about confidence -- and the ONE quality you need to overcome self-doubtSo hit play NOW -- and let’s dive in!Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave me a 5 star rating and review. It helps more people find the podcast and benefit too!Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars and then select ‘Write a review.’ Then, be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!LINKS:Book a 60 minute Career Strategy Session for support with one immediate career goal or challenge.Ready to find clarity, build confidence and create a strategy to take ownership of your career? Check out the Ignite Your Career program and apply for a free 30 minute consult to get started.Learn more about my services for individuals and organisations at staceyback.com or connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.