#282: Feel confident without being the loudest
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley
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Show Notes
Can you be a confident leader without being the loudest in the room? Absolutely.
This is a common challenge for thoughtful, introspective leaders.
We often feel pressure to be more outgoing or "on show" to be seen as confident. In this episode, I explore how to build genuine leadership confidence without changing who you are.
What You'll Learn:
- Why the "shoulds" are holding you back
- How to reframe what effective leadership really looks like
- Why it's OK to be quieter – and how it can actually be a strength
- How to balance being your introverted self with the times you need to step up and speak out
Resources & Links:
- The Useful Thinking Journal
- Leadership Confidence Online Course
- Episode 281 – Speaking Up in Meetings
- The PRINT® Assessment
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