WOMVE2603. Step Up, Speak Out – Taming Your Inner Critic in High-Stakes Moments
Many high-achieving professionals struggle with the inner critic—that persistent voice of self-doubt that questions their abilities, minimizes accomplishments, and holds them back from stepping into leadership moments with confidence. A KPMG study found that 75% of women executives have experienced imposter syndrome at some point in their careers. Whether it’s saying "yes" to extra tasks to prove your worth, hesitating to pursue new opportunities, or feeling like you’re constantly falling short, the inner critic can be a major barrier to professional growth. But here’s the truth: your inner critic may feel real, but it’s not reality—it’s a learned pattern of self-doubt shaped by perception. The good news? Because it’s learned, it can be unlearned.
This interactive session provides practical tools to quiet your inner critic, reframe self-doubt, and step into high-stakes moments with confidence. Facilitated by Kate Boorer and Fiona Pearman, authors of Core Confidence, this session will help you challenge limiting beliefs, shift default thought patterns, and step into leadership and life with confidence.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
• Recognize and analyze common triggers of self-doubt and the inner critic, understanding its impact on decision-making, leadership, and career progression.
• Apply proven strategies to reframe negative self-talk, replace self-limiting beliefs with confidence-building narratives, and navigate high-stakes situations with greater self-assurance.
• Develop a personalized action plan to manage self-doubt in key professional moments, such as presentations, leadership roles, and career opportunities.
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize common triggers of self-doubt and the inner critic.
- Identify proven strategies to reframe negative self-talk, replace self-limiting beliefs, and navigate high-stakes situations with greater self-assurance.
- Identify a personalized action plan to manage self-doubt in key professional moments.
