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Have you ever found yourself questioning if you’re the right person for the job? Wondering if you’re really equipped to lead?
You’re not alone!
Self-doubt is one of the biggest struggles for leaders—especially women of faith.
But here’s the good news: God hasn’t called you to lead without equipping you.
Today, we’re talking about why leaders struggle with self-doubt and, more importantly, how to overcome it!
Why do leaders struggle so much with self-doubt?
1. Comparison Trap
It’s easy to look at other leaders and think, ‘She’s more experienced, more confident, more capable than me.’ But comparison is the enemy of confidence. God didn’t call you to be her—He called you to be you.
2. Fear of Failure
What if I mess up? What if I let people down? What if I’m not enough? Fear of failure paralyzes so many leaders. But failure isn’t final—God redeems every mistake.
3. Imposter Syndrome—Feeling Unqualified
Many leaders feel like they don’t belong in the role they’re in. Maybe you’ve thought, ‘Who am I to lead others?’ But remember, God doesn’t call the qualified—He qualifies the called.
How to Overcome Self-Doubt
💡 1. Shift Your Focus from Yourself to God
Confidence in leadership doesn’t come from your skills or experience alone—it comes from knowing who called you. When Moses doubted, God didn’t give him a pep talk about his abilities. Instead, He said, ‘I will be with you.’ (Exodus 3:12)
💡 2. Speak Truth Over Yourself
What voices are you listening to? The enemy loves to whisper, ‘You’re not good enough.’ But what does God say? ‘You are fearfully and wonderfully made.’ (Psalm 139:14)
💡 3. Take Small, Bold Steps
Self-doubt fades when you take action in faith. Confidence isn’t the absence of fear—it’s trusting God in spite of fear.
Have a listener question?
Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com
Next steps:
1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can:
2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at [email protected]
3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
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By Rika Whelan | Christian Leadership Coach
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Have you ever found yourself questioning if you’re the right person for the job? Wondering if you’re really equipped to lead?
You’re not alone!
Self-doubt is one of the biggest struggles for leaders—especially women of faith.
But here’s the good news: God hasn’t called you to lead without equipping you.
Today, we’re talking about why leaders struggle with self-doubt and, more importantly, how to overcome it!
Why do leaders struggle so much with self-doubt?
1. Comparison Trap
It’s easy to look at other leaders and think, ‘She’s more experienced, more confident, more capable than me.’ But comparison is the enemy of confidence. God didn’t call you to be her—He called you to be you.
2. Fear of Failure
What if I mess up? What if I let people down? What if I’m not enough? Fear of failure paralyzes so many leaders. But failure isn’t final—God redeems every mistake.
3. Imposter Syndrome—Feeling Unqualified
Many leaders feel like they don’t belong in the role they’re in. Maybe you’ve thought, ‘Who am I to lead others?’ But remember, God doesn’t call the qualified—He qualifies the called.
How to Overcome Self-Doubt
💡 1. Shift Your Focus from Yourself to God
Confidence in leadership doesn’t come from your skills or experience alone—it comes from knowing who called you. When Moses doubted, God didn’t give him a pep talk about his abilities. Instead, He said, ‘I will be with you.’ (Exodus 3:12)
💡 2. Speak Truth Over Yourself
What voices are you listening to? The enemy loves to whisper, ‘You’re not good enough.’ But what does God say? ‘You are fearfully and wonderfully made.’ (Psalm 139:14)
💡 3. Take Small, Bold Steps
Self-doubt fades when you take action in faith. Confidence isn’t the absence of fear—it’s trusting God in spite of fear.
Have a listener question?
Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com
Next steps:
1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can:
2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at [email protected]
3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
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