Imposter syndrome: 6 signs you might be competent but under-confident

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What does Imposter syndrome sound like? Perhaps you catch yourself saying “It was a fluke!’, ‘I was just lucky’, ‘If I can do it anyone can’, ‘It was someone else’s hard work or talent’, ‘I had a lot of support’, ‘I’ll be found out’ ‘I’m a fraud’ ‘I’m not as good as everyone says I […]

Change Your Mindset: 6 Signs Self-fulfilling Prophecies Are Holding You Back

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Each individual has their own unique personal professional stories and experiences which shape and influence current beliefs and actions. These stories, experiences, self-fulfilling prophecies and beliefs can either propel you forwards or hold you back.  So, how do you know when you consciously or unconsciously follow and live by your self-fulfilling prophecies? How can you […]

Improve your confidence: 30 ways low confidence can hold you back

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Improve your confidence: 30 ways low confidence can hold you back To improve your confidence, you first need to understand your triggers, experiences and what is holding you back. Short-lived confidence is often sought from other people, validation, external situations, acknowledgment, success or as a reward. However,  long-lasting confidence can only be developed and built […]

Change your Career: 12 Hints It Could Be Time To Move On

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How do you know when it is time to change your career? The wrong career or professional environment has the potential to hold you back, stop you from taking opportunities, apply for a career promotion, lower your confidence, stagnate your career performance or career progression, and can prevent you from reaching and realising your full […]