Personal strengths - Lisa D. Foster, Leadership Coaching & Training

Confidence at Work: How to Build It and Why It Matters

Confidence at work isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room, the one with all the answers, or the person who never shows doubt. Real confidence at work is quieter—and stronger. Key Takeaways Real confidence is about knowing your strengths and leaning into them. It’s accepting your weaknesses instead of hiding them. And it’s leading from your values so you stay calm under pressure and make steady decisions. That’s what authority without ego looks like—the kind of confidence people…

How to Appear More Confident and Speak with Authority

September 12, 2025

Confidence at Work

Nearly all of my clients want to appear more confident and speak with authority. Some want to look more confident; others want to feel more confident. These goals aren’t the same—but both are achievable. Key Takeaways Leadership Presence vs. Real Confidence: Why Appearance Isn’t Enough “Leadership presence” is a catchall term for behaviors leaders commonly exhibit. However, real confidence is more than a set of behaviors that you exhibit. It’s about being able to respond authentically in the moment, without…