You won't have to share your answer with anyone but answer this honestly: - Do you think you're pretty capable and competent in your field of work? - Do you regularly second guess yourself or often doubt your skills or expertise? If you nodded your head to both of these questions then keep on reading. In this episode of The Manager Track podcast, Ramona introduces the "confidence paradox" - the phenomenon where highly capable individuals often grapple with self-doubt. She explains the psychological and external factors that fuel this paradox, from imposter syndrome and perfectionism to ineffective feedback and competitive work environments. You'll hear practical strategies for managing self-doubt and actionable advice on identifying and overcoming moments of self-doubt so they no longer stop you in your tracks and hold you back from showing up as your best self. Check it out HERE. Watch it on YouTube HERE. — RESOURCES MENTIONED — - Learn how to turn your 1-on-1 meetings from time wasters, awkward moments, status updates, or non-existent into your most important and valuable meeting with your directs all week. Access the course and resources here: ramonashaw.com/11 - Have a question or topic you'd like Ramona to address on a future episode? Fill out this form to submit it for her review: https://ramonashaw.com/ama — OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE — - Episode 21: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome - Episode 46: What Causes Imposter Syndrome? - Episode 60: Building Confidence - Episode 104: Protect Your Confidence as a Leader - Episode 123: Boost Your Confidence, Fail Faster, & Win More Through Improv - with Erin Diehl — WHAT’S NEXT? — Learn more about our leadership development programs, coaching and workshops at archova.org. Grab your copy of Ramona's best-selling book 'The Confident & Competent New Manager: How to Rapidly Rise to Success in Your First Leadership Role': 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 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.archova.org/masterclass Don't forget to invest time each week to increase your self-awareness, celebrate your wins, and learn from your mistakes. Your career grows only to the extent that you grow. Grab your Career Journal with leadership exercises and weekly reflections here: ramonashaw.com/shop Love the podcast and haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to 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. * 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.