In this solo episode of Quietly Visible, Carol reflects on her personal journey from self-doubt to self-confidence, sharing how she learned to embrace her introversion and turn it into a strength.

She opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome throughout her career—whether navigating organisational change, stepping into leadership roles, or writing her book—and how aligning her 'why' with her values helped her succeed.

Drawing on her own experiences as well as her MSc research into belonging and psychological safety, Carol explores:

✔️Why introversion is not a lack of confidence but a different way of leading and connecting

✔️How to recognise and address specific areas of self-doubt rather than writing yourself off as 'not confident'

✔️Practical strategies to manage imposter syndrome and reframe self-perceptions

✔️The role of environment, values, and personal motivations in building lasting confidence

This episode is both personal and practical, offering encouragement and tools for anyone who has ever felt held back by self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or the belief that they need to be someone else to succeed.

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📷Julie Anne Smith

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