Confident At Work

You’re more powerful than you think - especially when it comes to your confidence. In this episode, I’m revealing 10 small, everyday moments that quietly build or batter your confidence at work. Most of them fly under the radar, but once you can see them, you can change them, and use your power for the good of your confidence! From how you handle feedback to what you say after a meeting, these mic...

Most people live in reactive mode at work - constantly responding, firefighting, replying and scrambling to keep up. It’s draining, and it quietly chips away at your confidence. In this short episode, I break down the difference between reactive vs proactive behaviour and why learning to get ahead (just a little!) can change how you feel, work, and lead. Expect: Real-life examples of reactive trap...

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If you’ve ever looked around at work and thought, “I need to be more like them to be confident,” this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we’re busting one of the most persistent myths about confidence - that it means being the loudest voice in the room. The one who always speaks up first, takes up space, and never seems unsure. But what if that isn't you? What if you’re a quiet leader? W...

Have you ever held back from speaking in a meeting because you thought you might sound stupid? You’re not alone - and this episode is for you. In today’s episode of Confident at Work , we explore the all-too-familiar fear that arises right before you want to speak up: “What if I sound stupid?” Whether you're asking a question, sharing an idea, or challenging something in the room, that fear can de...

You know how hypnosis is famous for curing phobias like spiders or fear of flying? Well, I’m using it to help cure workplace phobias too - think those moments that send your system into overdrive, whether that's presentations, big meetings, tricky colleagues, job interviews. In this episode, I’m breaking down: What workplace phobias actually are (and why they’re more common than you think) How...

This week on Confident at Work, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my coaching practice - and sharing the frustration that led me to seek out a new tool for helping clients feel more confident at work. When clients faced those big, scary moments - the ones that made them panic, freeze, or go completely offline - I realised I needed something else. A method that could turn down the fear and turn u...

In this episode we’re talking about something that comes up all the time - avoiding difficult conversations because we don’t want to upset someone. You might tell yourself it’s about their feelings… but is it really? In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reason we shy away from being direct, giving feedback, or speaking up - because we’re trying to protect ourselves from our own discomfort ....

If you believe you have to be perfect, you’ll end up spending a lot of time trying to manage how others perceive you. Before you know it, you’re running a one-person PR agency - carefully curating every word, every email, every interaction to ensure you’re seen in the “right” way. This relentless focus on perception management pulls you away from the actual work . It drains your energy, fuels over...

If you ever played a computer game you know the deal - you beat a level, progress, then face a brand-new challenge only to have to start learning all over again! Confidence at work is exactly the same. Just when you think you’ve mastered something, you move up a level, so a new obstacle appears. In this episode, we’re talking about: ✅ Why confidence isn’t about reaching a place where everything f...

If your internal manager was up for review… would they be getting a raise or a performance improvement plan? 😬 Overthinking, procrastinating, and second-guessing yourself aren’t personality traits - they’re signs that your self-management needs an upgrade. In this episode, we’re diving into: ✅ Why self-management is the foundation of confidence ✅ The sneaky habits that drain your energy and sel...

Workplace frustrations are inevitable - whether it’s a difficult colleague, unclear expectations, or overwhelming workloads. And when things aren’t going your way, it’s easy to get lost in emotions and stories that keep you stuck. In this episode, we explore a powerful question that can shift your perspective and put you back in control: What’s in your control? 🔹 What We Cover in This Episode: Co...

Ever shared your opinion at work, only to immediately back down the moment someone disagrees? In this episode of Confident at Work , we’re tackling a common struggle: feeling like disagreement is a sign that you’re wrong - or worse, that you’re not good enough . ✔ Disagreement doesn’t mean they’re wrong. ✔ Their competence isn’t on trial (even if someone else thinks it is!) ✔ They can consider new...

In this episode of Confident at Work , Anna shares a powerful and personal approach to dealing with difficult emotions - one that goes beyond ignoring, suppressing, or logically explaining them away. Anna opens up about her experience with prolonged anxiety and the game-changing visualisation technique she learned during a challenging period. Inspired by the Inside Out movies and somatic therapy,...

Ever find yourself second-guessing and thinking about tasks you did and conversations you had hours ago? In this episode of Confident at Work , I dive into the struggle of not being able to move on from work and why it drains your energy, slows you down, and chips away at your confidence. We’ll explore: ✅ Why we get stuck in mental noise and overthinking even after the work or the conversation is...

Ever feel like admitting you don’t know something is the worst possible thing you could do at work? You’re not alone. In this episode of Confident at Work , we’re tackling the fear, pressure, and self-doubt that come with saying "I don't know." We’ll explore why uncertainty feels so uncomfortable, how low confidence can make it even harder to admit when we don’t know something, and why pretending...

In this episode we discuss the concept of the 'shame shell' - a metaphor for the tendency to retreat into a state of shame and self-criticism when faced with our mistakes or weaknesses! We explore the emotional consequences of retreating inside the shame shell and find out how it inhibits your growth and your confidence. This episode will help you recognise your own tendencies around the shame and...

This week, we’re diving into a topic that many of us shy away from: confidently owning our strengths. Why is it so hard to acknowledge what we’re great at? Whether it’s cultural expectations around staying humble or the fear of seeming arrogant, many of us downplay the very qualities that actually make us shine. But here’s the truth: embracing your strengths - proudly, if not loudly -is one of the...

In this episode, I’m talking about a topic that’s close to my heart: how embracing your weaknesses can lead to real confidence. For so many of us, there’s a strong urge to hide our weaknesses and imperfections - I’ve certainly been there. But what I’ve learned - and what I share in this episode - is that acknowledging your weaknesses without shame isn’t a sign of failure; it’s a powerful step towa...

I’m this episode we discuss the pervasive issue of 'background babble' - the constant mental chatter that can undermine confidence and mental clarity at work. We explore its impact on self-doubt, decision-making, and emotional well-being and explore the strategies that combat the mental noise. Background babble is that persistent internal dialogue that influences your mood, decisions, and your con...

Sign up to join our free training: Grow Your Confidence In 2025 In this episode of Confident at Work , we’re uncovering why putting too much pressure on yourself may be holding you back from building lasting, authentic confidence. If you’ve ever felt stressed, panicked, or overwhelmed while trying to speak up in meetings, present flawlessly, or handle senior colleagues with ease, this episode is f...

I sit down with Jennie Cashman explore the significance of play in both personal and professional settings. Jennie shares her journey from a creative background to becoming a playful coach, emphasising the importance of creativity and play in fostering connection, trust, and productivity within teams. We discuss practical the applications of play in various industries, the barriers to embracing pl...

In this episode, we’re tackling the “hidden second job” that so many of us are unknowingly juggling: the mental drama of overthinking, analysing, panicking, and ruminating. If you’ve ever felt like your confidence and your energy is being drained, it might be time to quit that second job - for good. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: - How to recognise if you are managing two jobs: your actual wor...

Have you ever considered what kind of feedback you need to feel confident at work? We often focus on feedback from others - managers, peers, or clients, but the feedback we receive most frequently comes from within. In this episode, we dive into the surprising impact of self-feedback and why it matters. If your internal commentary is harsh, unfair, or overly critical, it can wreak havoc on your co...

In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of Beth's coaching journey to uncover the hidden thoughts that were preventing her from speaking up confidently in meetings - thoughts she didn't even know she was thinking! You'll see how we identified her unconscious barriers and changed them to create lasting effortless change and loads more confidence. We take a look at the real process of transfor...