When I sit down with my clients, whether they’re stepping into a new leadership role or recovering from burnout, there’s one recurring theme that comes up time and again: confidence. Not the glossy, over-the-top kind that you see plastered all over social media—the one that screams, “I’ve got it all together, I’m invincible.” No. I’m talking about the kind of confidence that comes from authenticity—the quiet, steady belief in your own self-worth, without needing to pretend to be anything more than who you are right now.
In the corporate world, confidence is so often misunderstood. People think it means having all the answers or never showing vulnerability. In reality, it’s the opposite. Real confidence is about knowing when to ask for help, when to acknowledge your limits, and—here’s the kicker—when to show up exactly as you are today, flaws and all. That’s what authenticity looks like. And that’s the foundation of the #ConfidenceforCorporates thread I created on LinkedIn. For 30 days, I’ve been sharing insights into topics like imposter syndrome, the fear of being visible, and building resilience. The purpose? To help professionals like you reframe what it means to be confident in a corporate environment.
The Trap of Trying to Be "Corporate Perfect"
Let’s start with a common issue many of my clients face: feeling like they have to be someone else to succeed. One of my clients, let’s call her Sarah, recently got promoted to a senior position in her company. From the outside, it looked like a dream come true—Sarah was smart, dedicated, and had worked incredibly hard to get there. But inside, she
felt like a complete imposter. She thought she wasn’t ready for the role and that everyone would eventually figure it out.
Sarah believed she had to fill the shoes of the person she’d be 10 years down the line—like she had to predict her own evolution and perform that version of herself today. Sound familiar? A lot of us get caught in this mindset. We think confidence means already being that "future version" of ourselves. But that’s just setting ourselves up for stress, burnout, and feeling inadequate.
In our work together, I helped Sarah reframe her thoughts. We discussed how the company didn’t promote her because they wanted someone else—they promoted her, as she is today. Not the person she might become in 10 years. It’s about showing up today because you’re already enough. You’re already worthy and deserving of that role. That realization shifted things for Sarah, and she was finally able to step into her position with confidence—not because she changed, but because she embraced who she already was.
Burnout, Depression, and Rediscovering Self-Worth
Then there’s another client, James. James came to me after suffering from severe burnout and depression. He’d lost his job, lost his motivation, and was deeply convinced that his career was over. He couldn’t focus, had no energy, and was just stuck in a spiral of self-doubt. Burnout does that—it convinces you that you’re never going to bounce back. It makes you question your worth, not just as an employee, but as a person.
Using Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) I get my clients to understand what the root cause of those limiting beliefs is and together we reframe them. Through RTT, James rediscovered his joy, not just in his work but in his life. He started picking up old hobbies he’d abandoned years ago. As his energy returned, so did his focus. He began interviewing for jobs again, and to his own surprise, landed a role that was even more aligned with his values than the one he lost. Also - he completed this full transformation in only four (!) RTT therapy sessions and by religiously listening to his personalised transformational audio every day! Talk about a rapid transformation.
What’s the lesson here? Confidence isn’t just about what you do at work. It’s about feeling like you deserve to be happy, both in and out of the office. The transformation James experienced wasn’t just about regaining his career—it was about reconnecting with himself and finding his self-worth again. And when you believe in your own value, opportunities start to open up naturally.
Authentic Confidence Isn’t Fake—It’s Grounded in Kindness and Self-Worth
So how do you build authentic confidence in the corporate world? It’s not about putting on a façade or pretending you’re invincible. That kind of fake confidence only lasts so long before it cracks under pressure. The real key is self-acceptance and kindness. It’s about knowing you can make mistakes, have bad days, and still be worthy of success. Confidence doesn’t mean always getting it right—it means believing in your ability to handle whatever comes your way.
Think about this: How often do you catch yourself saying things like, "I’ll be confident when I have this title, or when I achieve that goal?" It’s a trap. True confidence comes from the belief that you are enough right now, even without that future achievement. That’s a tough mindset to adopt, especially in the corporate environment, where we’re conditioned to always push for more, strive for perfection, and outperform the person next to us.
This is where my work as an RTT Therapist and Coach comes in. I help clients cut through these limiting beliefs that keep them stuck in cycles of self-doubt and imposter syndrome. RTT isn’t just about surface-level changes. It dives deep, uncovering the root of why you feel insecure, inadequate, or unworthy. Once those limiting beliefs are brought to light and reframed, the transformation can be remarkable. You start to shine from within, accepting yourself on this beautiful journey that is life.
Taking the Next Step Toward Authentic Confidence at work and in life
You might be reading this and wondering, "But how do I know if my confidence is authentic?" It’s a good question. Start by reflecting on where your sense of self-worth comes from. Is it tied to external achievements, titles, or validation? Or does it come from within—from a belief that you deserve to be where you are, just as you are? If it’s the former, you’re not alone. The good news is that this can change.
Through tools like RTT, you can unlearn the idea that confidence has to be earned through perfection or future accomplishments. Instead, you can start to build a foundation of confidence based on your present self—who you are right now. Because, believe me, that person is already enough.
This is why I started helping clients as an RTT Therapist. This is why I love what I do. Getting these positive stories from my clients doesn’t just fill me with joy for the life they’re creating for themselves—it fills me with awe for what’s possible. If you’re struggling with self-doubt or feeling stuck in your career, I want to help. There’s so much more out there for you, and it all starts with embracing the person you already are.
You can follow my 30-day #ConfidenceforCorporates thread on LinkedIn for more insights into overcoming imposter syndrome, building resilience, and finding your authentic confidence to shine at work.
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