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Confidence and Self-Belief

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Why You Feel Less Confident in Your Career Than You Should

Why You Feel Less Confident in Your Career Than You Should

Most of us assume confidence is something you either have or don’t have – something to build, fix, or force into place. But in reality, confidence is more nuanced than that. In this article, we explore the three different types of confidence – self-worth, capability, and evidence-based confidence – and why many professionals misread what’s actually going on when their confidence dips. If you’ve ever felt less confident than you think you should, especially at work or during a career shift, this will help you understand why – and what actually makes a difference.

April 15, 2026
How to Be More Confident When You’re Starting Over Professionally: 17 Practical Ways That Actually Work

How to Be More Confident When You’re Starting Over Professionally: 17 Practical Ways That Actually Work

Starting over professionally can shake even the most capable people. If your confidence has dipped during a career change or setback, you haven’t lost ability – you’ve lost recent evidence. This guide shares 17 practical ways to rebuild real confidence through small, deliberate action.

Paul Talbot
February 22, 2026
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