Building Leader Confidence as an Introvert

The Traveling Introvert

2. Transition from Individual Contributor to Leader

• Experience of being promoted
• Challenges in adapting to a leadership role

3. Addressing Impostor Syndrome

• Definition and description of imposter syndrome
• Impact of imposter feelings on self-perception and confidence

4. Strategies for Building Confidence

4.1 Self-Awareness and Reflection

• Importance of being self-aware
• Regularly reflecting on strengths and past successes

4.2 Celebrating Past Successes

• Recognizing and acknowledging achievements
• Methods for collecting proof of success (emails, thank-you notes, social media)

4.3 Creating a Personal Achievement List

• Purpose and benefits of having an achievement list/folder/journal
• Use of data to affirm skills and accomplishments

5. Goal Setting for Confidence

• Importance of setting small, achievable goals
• Avoid focusing solely on the end state
• Example: Goal setting for writing a book
• Importance of focusing on the journey and skills learned
• Incremental reinforcement through achieving smaller goals

6. Overall Insights for Growing Confidence

• Self-reflection and noticing achievements
• Understanding and valuing one's contributions
• Celebrating both personal and professional successes