Protect Your Confidence as a Leader

Protecting your confidence is a topic dear to my heart, and over the years I’ve noticed what are the most common confidence-hindering challenges leaders at all levels face. In this episode, I share with you the red flags to watch out for, and the biggest remedy that you can apply so you can fully grow in confidence. These are the five most common challenges that can feel like ‘setbacks’: You will make more mistakes as you go through a period of intense growth. As you work alongside new peers in your new role, it’s easy to compare yourself to them. We often tie setbacks with our identity – but don’t take them personally, these are time-bound setbacks. You will need to do new things, and just because you haven’t done something before, doesn't mean you can do it in the future. It’s tempting to set external goals (e.g. hitting a specific sales target), but these are beyond your control. So stop looking for external validation and look inwards – what does success look like to you? Some of us are born confident, some of us develop it over time, but either way, there will always be moments when we question ourselves. Experiencing any or all of the above are signs of growth and development, so let’s embrace them. Tune in to this episode to find out how to recognize the above red flags – and manage them. ___ Grab your copy of Ramona's best-selling new book 'The Confident & Competent New Manager: How to Rapidly Rise to Success in Your First Leadership Role': https://amzn.to/3TuOdcP If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me @ramona.shaw.leadership or DM me on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramona-shaw/ Are you in your first manager role and don't want to mess it up? Watch our FREE Masterclass and discover the 4 shifts to become a leader people love to work for --> www.ramonashaw.com/masterclass Don't forget to invest time each week to increase your self-awareness, celebrate your wins, and learn from mistakes. Your career grows only to the extent that you grow. Grab your Career Journal with leadership exercises and weekly reflections here: www.ramonashaw.com/shop Love the podcast and haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to https://www.ramonashaw.com/itunes and give your honest review. Thanks for your support of this show!* Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.