FCLP 2 | Competency Builds Confidence

In this grounding episode of the Female Church Leaders Podcast, Kadi Cole explores the often-missed connection between confidence and competency—and why lasting confidence is built through skill, practice, and experience, not self-talk alone. Kadi unpacks the “Missing 33%” of leadership development: the strategic and operational skills that quietly shape credibility, influence, and long-term impact in ministry. If you’ve ever felt unsure of yourself in leadership, this episode will remind you: you’re not behind—you’re building. You’ll walk away with clarity, encouragement, and a practical next step toward becoming the leader God has called you to be.TIMESTAMPS0:00 - Why most female leaders aren't waiting for confidence—they're waiting for competence2:15 - The wrong order: Why confidence comes after skill, not before5:30 - The "Missing 33%": Strategic and operational skills women aren't being taught8:45 - A female pastor's breakthrough: When leadership conversations shift from feelings to actual work12:00 - One action step: Identify a leadership skill to develop this weekNext Steps and Resources:Take the Quiz: Identify your growth gap with our Sticky Floor Quiz at femalechurchleaders.com.Join a Cohort: Be part of our next Closing the Leadership Gap cohort for guided coaching and monthly Q&A with Kadi. Visit closingtheleadershipgap.com to learn more.Stay Connected: Follow us on Instagram @femalechurchleaders for daily encouragement and leadership tools.Spread the Word: If you found this episode helpful, please follow, rate, and share the podcast to help us reach more female church leaders.Tune in and get ready to lead with clarity, strength, and joy. Your calling matters, and we're here to support you every step of the way!