Did you know that confidence predicts success much more than competence? Today, there is a particular crisis for women—a crisis of confidence, which can hinder your success. In fact, there is a vast confidence gap that separates the sexes. Compared with men, women don’t consider themselves worthy of promotions, they predict they’ll do worse on tests, and they generally underestimate their abilities.  

A growing body of evidence shows just how devastating this lack of confidence can be. Women don’t feel qualified for advancement opportunities and they hold back on seeking advancement options. Women feel confident only when they are perfect. Or practically perfect. The good news is that with work, confidence can be acquired. Which means that the confidence gap, in turn, can be closed.

To talk with us today about how to “Create Confidence for Next Level Leadership” is Heather Monahan, a best-selling author and a TedX and keynote speaker focused on helping leaders create confidence and leapfrog their villains!