We’ve all been there. 

Maybe you feel like you’re on the right path, pursuing the right goals, and heading in the right direction….

And suddenly, it’s there. 

Staring you in the face. 

Total fear. And the thought: What am I thinking?! Maybe I can’t do this after all. 

It’s totally normal to have moments of self-doubt, but it’s important not to let it hold you back from achieving your dreams. 

Sadly, that’s what a lack of confidence does to many women—and I’m not going to let that happen to you!

Why is career confidence important? 

Career confidence is crucial for success in the workplace. When you believe in yourself and your abilities, others are more likely to believe in you too. You’re more likely to take on new challenges and achieve your goals. 

You’ll be more assertive, take more risks,...

I’ve been there. You studied hard in high school, worked your butt off in college, and paid your dues. You did everything on the proverbial Career Success Checklist and are still being forced to change jobs or even careers. Even though each one of us has heard the saying: “life happens”; we’re as surprised as the next person when drastic changes head our way. It may not seem like it at the moment, but here are tips on how facing your fears and making a career change might just be the best thing you could do for yourself.

Acknowledge your fear and what’s behind it

            If psychology tells us anything, it’s that our perception of reality is always biased. We tend to think the worst so that we can force us into our comfort zones and have peace of mind. However, that’s not always the case. Sometimes, the natural tendency to stay in our comfort zones does more harm than good.

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