Confident At Work

We’ve all got one - that mortifying work moment we still think about at 3 a.m. The awkward presentation. The email that went to the wrong person. The interview that turned into a monologue. In this episode, we’re taking those moments that made you cringe… and turning them into comedy. Because being able to re-tell your old stories is a powerful way to loosen their grip, reduce their impact, and ha...

In this final episode of How to Feel More Confident Public Speaking , we’re going deeper than surface-level tips. Because confidence isn’t just about managing nerves, it’s about changing the patterns that create them. We’ll explore the three key areas of change work that make a lasting difference: 💭 Changing low-confidence cycle habits - the subtle thought and behaviour loops that keep you stuck....

We all want that one silver bullet - the quick fix that will make us feel more confident at work. But as Anna shares in this episode, building confidence isn’t something you can reduce to a single tip or trick. And yet… there is one thing she stands by - though you might not want to hear it! In this short but powerful episode, Anna reveals the one shift that truly changes how you experience confid...

In episode 1 we looked at the foundations you need to build public speaking confidence, this episode is about helping you to figure out what’s actually tripping you up now - the surface patterns and the unconscious stories buried underneath. Spotting these patterns is the essential first step to changing them, so i'm inviting you to play detective! In this episode you’ll hear: ​A quick reminder of...

Public speaking. Presenting. Walking to the podium. Joining a panel. Delivering training. These are the moments that don’t just require you to do your job well - they ask you to be visible . In this first episode of my three-part mini-series, How to Feel More Confident Public Speaking , we’re starting with the foundations you need to get in place if you're going to feel more confident public speak...

We’ve all thought it: “I can’t say that (I need to be nice)”. But what do we really mean by nice, and how does it impact us at work? “Nice” often shows up as: ​not giving direct feedback, ​not setting boundaries, ​not stating expectations clearly; or ​avoiding “disappointing” people. In this episode, I’ll walk you through: ​Why “nice” holds us back at work, ​How childhood messages, cultural norms,...

Confidence is a lot like a building. It can look solid on the outside, but if the foundations underneath it aren’t strong, sooner or later the cracks will start to show! In this episode, Anna shares: ​Why strong foundations matter for your confidence and long-term career growth ​The difference between strong and weak foundations ​How to stress-test your confidence against real workplace “storms” ​...

You know what you should be doing at work, whether it's speaking up, having the tough conversation or letting go of over-perfecting things. But actually doing it? Sometimes that’s a different story. In this episode of Confident at Work , I talk about the gap between knowing what you need to do and actually doing it. We’ll explore those behaviour’s which seem to stubbornly refuse to change despite...

Before you dive into your tasks for the day, ask yourself this: Who do I want to be while I’m doing all this? In this episode, I share why your ‘To Be’ list is more important than your to-do list - especially if you’re someone who often overthinks, overworks, or over-prepares. You'll learn how to bring intention to your day by choosing how you want to show up, not just what you get done. We’ll als...

You’ve heard the quotes - failure is feedback , fail fast , celebrate your mistakes! But if you’re a professional, failure doesn’t feel like a growth opportunity. It feels risky. Maybe even dangerous. In this episode, we look at the disconnect between what gets said about failure and what it actually feels like in our professional lives - especially in environments where you’re trained to get it r...

⁠ Click here to join us for the Confident At Work Foundations Masterclass happening 17 September 2025! ⁠ Psychological safety is a hot topic in workplaces - but there’s a crucial layer we’re not talking about: internal psychological safety. In this episode, Anna explores what it means to feel safe with yourself , not just within your team. You'll learn why confidence isn't only built in su...

Ever spiralled after a perfectly normal email? Yeah, same :-) In this episode, we’re separating fact from fiction and calling out the brain drama that wrecks your confidence. You’ll learn how to spot when your mind’s making stuff up (spoiler: it’s often) and how to get back to solid ground. I’ll walk you through: A super simple fact-vs-drama check-in tool Three common scenarios where our minds go...

You’re performing. You’re delivering. Great - but what’s actually driving you day to day? Many high performers are secretly powering their success with a unsustainable fuel source - fear: 🔁 Fear of not being good enough 🔁 Fear of falling behind; and 🔁 Fear of being found out In this episode, we explore whether you're using the equivalent of fossil fuels to power your career. Sure they work - bu...

It’s one thing to feel unconfident - but it’s another thing entirely to fear and focus on the fact that others can see it . That fear can spiral fast: you’re no longer just doing the thing… you’re managing how you look doing it. In this episode, we explore: ​Why this fear runs so deep — especially for high-achievers and leaders ​How worrying about being seen as nervous fuels more nerves ​The truth...

⁠ Click here to join us for the Confident At Work Foundations Masterclass happening 17 September 2025! ⁠ When confidence is low, connection gets lost. In this episode, we explore how self-doubt pulls your attention away from the moment - making it harder to connect with yourself, your work, your team, and the people around you. From one-to-one conversations to big presentations, in this episode An...

Confident at Work Turns 3: The Journey So Far This week marks three years of the podcast — and I’m celebrating by taking you behind the scenes. In this episode, I’m sharing the story of how Confident at Work began, why I started it, and how my winding career path - from law to coaching, brought me here. You’ll hear about the doubts, the pivots, and the moments that shaped both my work and this pod...

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...

👉 Book your spot in our free training here. After hundreds of hours coaching brilliant professionals who want to feel more confident, I’ve seen the same patterns again and again. I know what actually works, and what doesn’t – when it comes to building lasting confidence at work. That’s why I’ve created a free, 60-minute online session to share the most powerful tools and insights I’ve collected s...

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...