In this Leadership Unscripted episode, Rich and Dave begin a two-part mini-series on confidence. This first conversation explores the foundations of what it means to be truly confident, not as bravado or as an inflated self-image, but as a grounded, realistic sense of self that is rooted in emotional intelligence and humility.

They discuss the symbiotic relationship between self-worth and competence, share personal stories, and explain why healthy confidence isn’t about pretence and “fake it until you make it”, it’s about being comfortable in your own skin.

You’ll also learn:

• Why emotional intelligence is at the heart of being a confident leader
• The importance of the “gap” between stimulus and response
• How to notice and reframe unhelpful self-talk
• The role of mindful learning in shaping inner confidence
• What it means to be “enough”, and how to balance that with striving for growth

This episode builds toward the next in the series, which will unpack Zentano’s  Confidence Compass.