Is She Confident? Or Is She a Jerk? - a podcast by Tara Kemes, Sarah Markwick and Sandy Gunn
from 2021-05-18T13:38:16
We’ve talked about imposter syndrome (aka newbie nerves, productive discomfort) and today we are talking about something a little different. While we have noticed that more women in leadership are feeling worthy AND welcome AND confident and not like imposters at all, we still self-edit our words and actions because we worry our confidence will be judged negatively.
So in this episode, we consider the question: why do so many confident and successful women leaders worry that their confidence and success is making them look like jerks at work?
Key Takeaways:
- There is a difference between confidence and arrogance.
- Adaptability is a valuable skill. At the same time, being too adaptable can lead to self-editing, being a chameleon, and a loss of self.
- Be brave! Be confident! And lift others up with you.
*In this episode, we noted the work of leaders Rachel Cargle, Glennon Doyle, Liz Plank, and Tara’s pal Fiona Proctor. Thank you to all of them!
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