Explore every episode of the podcast Confident At Work
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| 207. When Your Boss Is the Reason Your Confidence Is Low | 12 Oct 2026 | 00:12:34 | |
Are you struggling with low confidence at work because of your boss or manager? If a difficult boss is making you doubt yourself, second-guess your decisions or question whether you’re good enough at your job, this episode is for you. Your manager doesn’t have to be openly bullying or toxic boss you for their behaviour to affect your confidence. They might be critical, unpredictable, dismissive or undermining — and over time, this can have a serious impact on your confidence, mental health and wellbeing at work. In this episode, I explore what happens when your boss is affecting your confidence at work, including:
If your boss is making you doubt yourself, this episode will help you step back and look at what is happening — both around you and inside you. Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 206. Fixed vs Growth Mindset and Confidence at Work | 05 Oct 2026 | 00:09:05 | |
What is the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset, and how does your mindset affect confidence at work? In this episode, we explore how fixed and growth mindset can influence workplace confidence, particularly when you make mistakes, receive difficult feedback, try something new or get something wrong. You'll learn:
This isn't about pretending everything went well or telling yourself you're brilliant at everything. It's about learning to evaluate yourself fairly, understand what happened, take the learning - and move forward! Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 205. Why Do I Feel Anxious at Work When Nothing Is Actually Wrong? | 28 Sep 2026 | 00:22:05 | |
Why can you feel anxious at work when you know, logically, that nothing is wrong? Maybe it happens when you speak up in meetings, give a presentation, make a decision, speak to senior people, deal with conflict or put yourself forward. You know you're not actually in danger. But your brain and body can react as though you are. In this episode, Anna Manning explores anxiety at work, low confidence and why your brain and body can learn to experience safe situations as a threat. You'll hear:
Because confidence at work isn't about learning to manage your nerves. It's about changing what your system has learned to expect. If there is a situation at work that feels like a threat even though you know logically that nothing is wrong, this episode is for you. Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 204. Brain Fog at Work: Losing Your Train of Thought & Going Blank | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:16:47 | |
Brain fog, losing your train of thought and what happens to your confidence when your brain goes blank. Ever forgotten what you were saying halfway through a sentence? In this episode, Anna Manning explores brain fog, losing your train of thought, forgetting words and going blank in meetings — and how it can affect your confidence at work. Anna shares how she responds in these moments to stay in a high confidence cycle, even when she forgets a word or loses her train of thought. Brain fog can be a symptom of perimenopause and menopause, but there are many reasons you might struggle to find the right word or lose your train of thought. In this episode:
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| 203. One Reason You Freeze in Meetings (And How To Speak Up) | 14 Sep 2026 | 00:11:47 | |
Do you freeze, go blank or struggle to speak up in meetings — even when you know what you want to say? One reason you may keep freezing in meetings isn't what happens during the meeting. It's what happens afterwards. If you leave meetings replaying what you said, focusing on what went wrong, worrying about how you came across or criticising yourself for not speaking up, you may be creating more pressure for the next meeting. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're looking for help with confidence in meetings, speaking up at work, freezing or going blank in meetings, or overthinking after meetings, this episode is for you. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching JOIN* the How To Be Confident Masterclass, 29 September 2026 free here Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 202. How to Be Confident in an Interview (Even When You’re Nervous) | 07 Sep 2026 | 00:21:27 | |
Interview nerves are incredibly common - but interview anxiety shouldn’t stop you applying for jobs or promotions you’re capable of getting. In this episode, Anna Manning explores how to feel more confident in an interview, even when interviews make you nervous. You’ll learn:
If fear of interviews is stopping you from putting yourself forward, this episode will help you approach interviews with more confidence — without needing to feel completely calm first. Worried about your next interview? Download the free worksheet and turn your biggest interview fears into a plan you can handle. Want to be more Confident At Work? Join our free How To Be More Confident Masterclass happening in September 2026 Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 201. Why You Struggle to Delegate (and How to Let Go with Confidence) | 24 Aug 2026 | 00:17:29 | |
Delegation can be surprisingly difficult — especially when you’re a capable, conscientious professional who is used to getting things done yourself. In this episode of Confident at Work, Anna Manning explores why managers often hold onto too much work, struggle to trust others, or worry that delegation means losing control. You’ll learn how to delegate without dumping, micromanaging or rescuing, and how effective delegation can build confidence, capability and ownership in your team. If you struggle with delegation, perfectionism, overthinking or confidence at work, this episode will give you a simple framework to help you let go and lead more effectively. Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 200. One Tool To Help You Stop Procrastinating today | 17 Aug 2026 | 00:06:26 | |
Ever find yourself procrastinating on something you need to do - not because you’re lazy, but because you’re worrying, overthinking or just feeling stuck? In this episode of Confident at Work, Anna Manning shares a simple three-step tool to help you move forward when your confidence, emotions or fear are getting in the way: Notice. Accept. Support. A practical approach to understanding what’s happening, stopping the struggle with yourself, and working out what you need to take the next step. If you struggle with procrastination, overthinking, perfectionism, self-doubt or getting started at work, this is a simple tool to try the next time you feel stuck. Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 199. Why Fixing Confidence Problems Feels Like Whack-A-Mole — And What Actually Works | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:18:45 | |
Wondering if joining the Confident at Work Programme could help you? Book a free 30-minute consultation with Anna to talk through what you’re experiencing at work and whether the programme could be a good fit. ---------- Fixing one confidence problem at work only to find another? You get better at speaking up in meetings… then struggle with presentations. You become more confident with senior stakeholders… then find yourself second-guessing everything again. In this episode of Confident at Work, Anna Manning explains why workplace confidence isn’t really about fixing individual situations. The same patterns — overthinking, fear of judgement, perfectionism, self-doubt and relying on external validation — can show up across your working life. You’ll discover why lasting confidence comes from changing the underlying patterns, not just learning how to handle one situation better. If you’re capable but still struggle with confidence at work, this episode will help you understand what might really be going on — and what you can do about it. Wondering if joining the Confident at Work Programme could help you? Book a free 30-minute consultation with Anna to talk through what you’re experiencing at work and whether the programme could be a good fit. Find out if you're in a low confidence cycle, and what you can do about it here. | |||
| 198. Radical Candour: The Confidence to Have Difficult Conversations at Work | 03 Aug 2026 | 00:11:18 | |
Do you avoid difficult conversations because you’re worried about upsetting someone or damaging the relationship? In this episode of Confident at Work, Anna Manning explores Radical Candour, why capable professionals can struggle with giving honest feedback, and how fear of conflict, people-pleasing and worrying about what others think can get in the way. You’ll learn how to give clear, constructive feedback while still showing that you care — plus a simple framework for having difficult conversations with more confidence. This episode credits the work of Kim Scott. Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 197. Want People to Trust You? Go First. | 27 Jul 2026 | 00:07:54 | |
You want people to trust you, believe in you and see the value in you? Then you have to go first. In this episode, I explore why confidence at work starts with the relationship you have with yourself — and how self-doubt can quietly stop capable professionals from speaking up, putting themselves forward and taking opportunities. If you want to feel more confident at work, trust yourself more and stop waiting for other people to validate your ability, this episode is for you. Because sometimes, the person who needs to believe in you first is you. In this episode:
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| 196. One Simple Tool to Build Self-Trust at Work | 13 Jul 2026 | 00:09:56 | |
Do you ever find you're doubting yourself at work? Learn how to build self-trust with one simple confidence tool. Maybe you’re preparing for an important meeting, delivering a presentation, starting something new, or stepping into a bigger role — and your brain starts doubting. In this episode of the Confident At Work Podcast, we explore one simple tool to help you move from self-doubt to self-trust. Instead of trying to eliminate doubt or convince yourself everything will go perfectly, you’ll learn how to ask a more powerful question: “What can I trust in this situation?” This practical confidence tool can help you feel calmer, more grounded and more able to show up at work — even when you feel uncertain. If you struggle with workplace confidence, overthinking, imposter syndrome, or trusting yourself in professional situations, this episode will give you a simple exercise you can start using straight away. Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 195. Would You Work for You? The Real Reason You Don’t Feel Confident at Work | 06 Jul 2026 | 00:09:48 | |
In this episode, we explore a powerful question for competent but not confident professionals: Would you actually want to work for you? Many high-performing professionals are skilled at their jobs but struggle to feel confident in themselves. Despite strong performance, their internal “manager” is often critical, perfectionistic, and focused on mistakes rather than progress. We explore how this internal dynamic drives overthinking, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome — and why confidence often has less to do with ability, and more to do with how you manage yourself. Drawing on insights from a live confidence masterclass, this episode reveals what changes when professionals start treating themselves like someone worth developing rather than criticising. We cover:
If you’re good at your job but don’t feel it, this episode will help you rethink what’s really going on. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching with Anna Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 194. Why You Suddenly Lose Confidence at Work | 29 Jun 2026 | 00:14:31 | |
Have you ever suddenly lost confidence at work — even though nothing about your performance changed? In this episode, Anna Manning explores why confidence can disappear quickly, even when your capability and experience remain strong. This often happens when something in your environment changes — a manager leaves, KPIs shift, recognition drops, or a promotion feels less secure than expected. Many professionals unknowingly build confidence on external conditions. When those conditions change, confidence can feel like it collapses overnight. You’ll learn: * Why confidence doesn’t always grow with success * The hidden factors shaping confidence at work * Why changes in managers, KPIs, or recognition trigger self-doubt * The difference between external confidence and stable confidence * Why confidence can drop even when performance hasn’t changed * How to build confidence that lasts through change and uncertainty If you’ve ever lost confidence at work after a promotion, leadership change, restructuring, or performance shift, this episode will help you understand why it happens — and how to rebuild confidence that holds. Topics: confidence, workplace confidence, self-doubt, imposter syndrome, leadership, performance, professional development, mindset, resilience Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 193. How to Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty at Work | 22 Jun 2026 | 00:25:12 | |
Struggling to set boundaries at work? In this episode of the Confident at Work Podcast, confidence coach Anna Manning explores why setting boundaries is essential for professional confidence, preventing burnout, and creating sustainable ways of working. You'll learn a simple definition of a boundary, why people often struggle to enforce them, and how concerns about conflict, being liked, or appearing capable can stop us from protecting our time and energy. In this episode:
Keywords: workplace confidence, setting boundaries at work, professional confidence, people pleasing, leadership skills, workplace communication, burnout prevention, confidence coaching, career development, work-life balance. Want to be more Confident At Work? Get your own Podcast Prescription free, fill out this quick form Take our free: Confidence Assessment to find out if you’re in a low confidence cycle and what you can do about it Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 192. How to Feel Calm in Meetings, Presentations and High-Pressure Moments | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:24:41 | |
Many professionals believe confidence comes from doing more — more preparation, more control, and more effort to manage anxiety. But real change often looks very different. In this episode, Anna Manning explores what happens when situations at work that used to trigger anxiety — meetings, presentations, or high-pressure conversations — start to feel noticeably easier. Instead of trying to perform confidence or stay in control of anxiety, something shifts. You feel more present, more steady, and less internally preoccupied. To bring this to life, Anna shares four real client shifts from anxiety to ease, including experiences of board meetings and exec meetings, presentations and public speaking, and delivering training. Across all examples, the pattern is the same: where there was once anxiety and overthinking, there is now calm focus and ease. We also explore why this shift happens from a nervous system perspective — and why “feeling natural” is often what real confidence looks like in practice. Not forced. Not managed. Just easier. Want to be more Confident At Work? Join our free How To Be More Confident Masterclass happening in September 2026 Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Programme - https://www.yesyoucoaching.com/confident-at-work-programme Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 191. How to Keep Going After a Setback (And Stop Giving Up Too Soon) | 08 Jun 2026 | 00:13:51 | |
Have you ever been told "no" at work and wondered whether you should keep pushing or just accept it? In this episode of Confident at Work, I'm sharing the story of a client who was told not to apply for a promotion just 48 hours before the application deadline. Instead of backing down, she chose to advocate for herself, build support for her application, and keep going despite the setback. What happened next surprised both of us! This episode explores what confidence at work really looks like when things don't go your way. We talk about self-advocacy, resilience, career progression, and why keeping your head down and working hard isn't always enough to get recognised at work. If you're struggling with confidence at work, dealing with rejection, waiting for recognition, feeling overlooked for promotion opportunities, or wondering how to bounce back after a setback, this episode is for you. In this episode you'll learn
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| 190. Feeling Stuck at Work? A Client Story About Rebuilding Confidence | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:15:16 | |
Have you ever felt stuck at work? This week’s episode is a client story exploring how certain work environments can trigger self-doubt, low confidence, procrastination, and burnout — even in highly capable professionals. When one professional joined an organisation to drive change, she found herself in a culture that operated very differently from her preferred working style. Instead of recognising this as a potential workplace fit issue, she began to internalise the struggle. What followed was a familiar cycle: overthinking, second-guessing decisions, losing confidence, procrastinating, and feeling trapped in her own head. The more she doubted herself, the harder it became to take action — leading to increased stress and burnout. This episode explores why confidence at work is often shaped by environment, not ability, and how capable professionals can start to rebuild clarity, self-trust, and effectiveness without changing who they are. You’ll learn: Want to be more confident at work?
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| 189. Don’t Think Positive. Think Powerful | 25 May 2026 | 00:15:51 | |
“Think positive” sounds like good advice — but in difficult situations, forced positivity often creates more pressure, self-doubt, and emotional conflict. In this episode, we explore why “think powerful” is a more effective mindset for building real confidence at work, emotional resilience, and self-trust under pressure. You’ll learn:
We also explore practical workplace examples including:
You do not need to feel positive to respond powerfully. Confidence is not pretending everything is fine! Real confidence at work comes from staying grounded in reality, being able to acknowledge your emotions, and choosing your next response intentionally. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Programme - https://www.yesyoucoaching.com/confident-at-work-programme Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 188. How to Stop Self-Doubt Controlling You | 18 May 2026 | 00:09:27 | |
In this episode, Anna shares a simple but powerful skill for confidence: how to stop letting the voice in your head lead you at work. Using a real story from before delivering a keynote to 200 people, Anna explains how self-doubt and overthinking show up — and how to respond without letting them take over. You’ll learn:
If you struggle with overthinking, imposter syndrome or confidence at work, this episode will help you lead yourself with more calm, authority and self-trust. Key message: Confidence at work is not just about the absence of anxious thoughts. Real workplace confidence comes from learning how to respond to self-doubt without letting it control your actions, communication, or decisions. Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 187. The Hidden Cost of Personal Branding on Your Confidence | 11 May 2026 | 00:11:32 | |
In this episode, we explore the psychological cost of treating yourself like a “personal brand.” The language of self-branding has become so normal that many people dont question it. But what happens when your work life starts feeling less like living — and more like managing perceptions? This episode looks at:
Rather than turning yourself into a polished identity project, this conversation argues for something simpler: being an actual person in real moments, without constantly watching yourself from the outside. If you’ve ever felt trapped in overthinking, image management, authenticity culture, or the pressure to “build your brand,” this episode is for you. Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 186. How to Stop Doubting Yourself When You Know You’re Capable | 04 May 2026 | 00:19:13 | |
If you know you’re capable but still struggle with self-doubt, overthinking, or second-guessing yourself, this episode explains why that happens - and what actually changes it. In this episode, we explore why confidence doesn’t automatically come from logic, insight, or positive thinking alone — and why self-trust develops through emotional experience, not just thinking differently. We discuss:
We also explore how this shows up in real life — like struggling to accept feedback, staying quiet in meetings despite knowing you belong there, or struggling to make decisions without reassurance. Topics include self-doubt, confidence, anxiety, overthinking, nervous system regulation, emotional learning, reassurance seeking, fear responses, and the psychology of self-trust. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work: book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Programme: https://www.yesyoucoaching.com/confident-at-work-programme Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 185. Confidence Isn’t A Personality Thing — And That Changes Everything | 27 Apr 2026 | 00:15:07 | |
In this episode of Confident at Work, Anna challenges the idea that low confidence is simply part of your personality — and explores why believing that might be keeping you stuck. If you’ve ever thought “this is just who I am” when it comes to self-doubt, overthinking, or anxiety at work, this episode invites you to question that assumption. Anna explains how these patterns are shaped by our beliefs, how your brain looks for evidence to reinforce them, and why even small moments of confidence suggest something important: this might not be who you are at all. If that’s true, it could change everything — from how you feel at work to what you believe is possible. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Programme - https://www.yesyoucoaching.com/confident-at-work-programme Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 184. Why You’re Not Being Taken Seriously at Work — It’s Not Your Communication, It’s Your Confidence | 20 Apr 2026 | 00:18:26 | |
Struggling with communication at work - hesitating in certain meetings, overthinking, or losing clarity under pressure? This episode explores why most communication skills at work issues aren’t actually skill problems, but confidence issues showing up in real time. If you can communicate clearly when you’re calm, your communication skills are not the problem.The challenge is what happens in the moment before you speak. In this episode we break down:
If you're fine in some settings, and find yourself struggling to communicate in others - especially when pressure is high or you feel on the spot - this episode is for you. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Programme Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 183. The Inner Critic at Work: The Voice That Undermines Your Confidence | 13 Apr 2026 | 00:17:15 | |
In this episode, we explore the inner critic at work and how it directly impacts your workplace confidence, decision-making, and performance. We look at how self-doubt shows up in everyday situations such as:
I share a personal story about building a simple habit that quickly turned into a powerful example of how the inner critic can take over - and how this same voice shows up in professional settings. We also break down common cognitive distortions at work, including catastrophising, mind-reading, and all-or-nothing thinking, and explore how they quietly shape behaviour. Finally, Anna Manning looks at how to start recognising this internal voice, create distance from it, and build stronger self-leadership and confidence at work. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Programme - https://www.yesyoucoaching.com/confident-at-work-programme Confident At Work Programme Exploration call: https://calendly.com/annamanning/the-members-club-exploration-call Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 182. Fake It Till You Make It… Then What? | 06 Apr 2026 | 00:17:11 | |
You’ve lived by the motto “fake it till you make it” - but what happens when you actually make it? In this episode of Confident at Work, we tackle a question that so many professionals face when stepping up into more senior roles: “I’ve made it - now what?” We explore why the strategy of fake it till you make it can start to backfire:
If you’re stepping into a more senior position, struggling with self-doubt, or wondering how to maintain confidence without faking it, this episode is for you. Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 181. How To Connect To Your Inner Strength - And Stop Freezing in Meetings | 30 Mar 2026 | 00:10:42 | |
Have you ever found yourself frozen in a meeting, unable to speak up or push back - even when you know you should? In this episode, Anna Manning reveals one of the biggest hidden reasons people struggle with confidence at work - and most never realise it. Using real-world examples Anna explains why we freeze and shares practical tools to reconnect with the internal strength you need in order to handle those moments. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand:
Whether you’re dealing with difficult colleagues, challenging boardroom dynamics, or managing yourself in high-stakes discussions, this episode will give you actionable insights to stop freezing and stay in the game. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Programme - BE QUICK! We start in April 2026: https://www.yesyoucoaching.com/confident-at-work-programme Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 180. From Overthinking Everything to Drama-Free at Work: Hannah's Experience Inside The Confident At Work Programme | 23 Mar 2026 | 00:41:52 | |
Struggling with overthinking at work? Fear of making mistakes? Constant mental noise that leaves you exhausted? In this episode, Hannah shares how she went from being a capable, high-performing professional stuck in self-doubt and workplace anxiety to becoming confident, decisive, and drama-free at work after 12 months in the Confident at Work programme. It's a powerful, honest look at what’s really possible when you learn to manage overthinking and build confidence from the inside out. Explore and join the Confident At Work Programme here: https://www.yesyoucoaching.com/confident-at-work-programme Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 179. Want More Confidence at Work? Be Willing to Fail | 16 Mar 2026 | 00:19:48 | |
Are you struggling with confidence at work, even though you’re capable and skilled? The real challenge isn’t ability - it’s often the fear of looking foolish, failing, or being judged. In this episode of The Confident at Work Podcast, we explore a powerful shift that transforms workplace confidence: being willing to fail. When we stop focusing on trying to avoiding embarrassment, rejection, and mistakes, fear loses its grip - and confidence naturally grows. We discuss how this mindset connects to:
If you want to stop letting fear control your decisions and start showing up more fully at work, this episode gives you practical insights and a simple question to shift your mindset today. Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 178. How To Stop Discrediting Yourself At Work | 09 Mar 2026 | 00:13:03 | |
Do you downplay your achievements, deflect praise, or constantly second-guess yourself at work? You might be discrediting yourself - a subtle habit that can quietly erode your credibility, confidence, and career growth. In this episode, we dive into what self-discrediting really looks like, why it happens, and how to stop undermining yourself without performing confidence or inflating your ego. You’ll hear a real client story of someone who spent years habitually downplaying her achievements - and the powerful realisations she had once she started showing up differently. Learn how self-discrediting shows up in daily work life, including negative self-talk, over-apologising, tentative language, and rejecting praise. Discover why these behaviours often stem from fear, imposter syndrome, and social conditioning - and the cost they have on your professional reputation. We’ll also cover practical strategies to replace self-minimising habits with grounded, confident actions. Stand behind your work, accept recognition without deflecting, and reclaim your authority, without apology. Stop making yourself invisible. Listen now to start building real self-trust at work. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join: the Confident At Work Programme *NEW starting April 2026 Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 177. How To Recover Faster For Lasting Confidence | 02 Mar 2026 | 00:27:44 | |
Sustainable confidence isn’t about never failing or making a mistake - it’s about recovering when things go wrong. In this episode, we dive into the essential skill of recovery: how to bounce back from mistakes, failures, and setbacks without losing momentum, confidence, or joy at work. You'll learn how to spot and interrupt spirals of self-doubt, take calculated risks, and build resilience so that setbacks don’t define you. Perfect for anyone looking to grow long-term confidence, overcome workplace anxiety, and handle challenges like a pro. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join: the Confident At Work Programme *NEW starting April 2026 Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 176. How To Conduct A One-Day High Confidence Experiment | 23 Feb 2026 | 00:11:38 | |
What if you could feel more confident - just for one day? In this episode, we explore the High Confidence Cycle experiment: a playful, intentional way to adopt the habits of confident people for a single day. No perfection, no personality overhaul - just insight, growth, and a noticeable boost in confidence. Perfect for anyone who wants to overcome self-doubt, boost workplace confidence, and show up more fully. Try it solo or with your team and see what happens! Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join: the Confident At Work Programme *NEW starting April 2026 Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 175. How to Feel More Confident at Conferences and Big Events | 16 Feb 2026 | 00:22:34 | |
Do you dread conferences, do big networking events make you anxious? In this episode, we explore why participants often feel nervous or out of place on those big days - from imposter thoughts to overthinking every interaction, and share strategies to build confidence, manage social energy, and actually enjoy the event! Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join: the Confident At Work Programme *NEW starting April 2026 Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 174. Quiet Power: Introverts, Confidence & Leadership | 09 Feb 2026 | 00:18:30 | |
Ever feel like the workplace wasn’t built for how you operate? High-performing introverts can struggle with confidence, visibility, and leadership in a world seemingly built for extroverts - but you don’t have to be loud to be powerful. You’ll learn:
Whether you’re an introverted professional, a thoughtful leader, or someone who wants to embrace their own quiet power, this episode helps you step into leadership with confidence, clarity, and calm authority. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join: the Confident At Work Programme *NEW starting April 2026 Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 173. Why You Hate Being Put on the Spot - How to Stop The Panic And Stay Confident | 02 Feb 2026 | 00:13:59 | |
Ever been put on the spot and felt that panic? Even experienced professionals can dread unexpected questions and issues which they havent been able to prepare for. In this episode, we unpack why being put on the spot feels so awful - and how it’s less about the moment itself and more about your confidence cycle. You’ll learn:
If you struggle with public speaking anxiety, being caught off guard at work, or fear of looking incompetent, this episode will give you tools to handle any unexpected moment with more confidence. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join: the Confident At Work Programme *NEW starting April 2026 Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 172. How To Stop Ruminating On The Way Home From Work | 26 Jan 2026 | 00:15:16 | |
Do you ever leave work but your mind won’t shut off? Meetings replay on a loop. Emails you should’ve written pop back up. Conversations you wish you’d handled differently keep replaying over and over? If you want to leave work at work - but your brain doesn't stop, this episode is for you. In this episode, we explore why ruminating after work (and after meetings during your work day) happens, how it connects to confidence and self-trust, and how to create a clean mental break between your job and your life.
Stopping work rumination isn’t about controlling your thoughts - it’s about building confidence, clarity, and trust in yourself. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Membership Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 171. “I Don’t Deserve to Be Here” - How To Stop Impostor Syndrome Thinking At Work | 19 Jan 2026 | 00:18:34 | |
Join us for the Confident At Work 2026 free Masterclass: https://www.yesyoucoaching.com/confident-at-work-2026 Have you ever thought, “At some point they’re going to realise I shouldn’t be here” or felt like a fraud at work? Many capable professionals experience what gets called impostor syndrome - a persistent sense that you don’t belong, even when your skills and achievements prove otherwise. In this episode, we explore why the thought “I don’t deserve to be here” shows up, how it impacts your behaviour and confidence, and what you can do about it. You’ll learn:
If you struggle with impostor syndrome, self-doubt, or feeling like you don’t belong at work, this episode helps you understand the thought, reclaim your agency, and show up more fully. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Membership Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 170. How to Stop Taking Feedback So Personally (Handling Negative & Constructive Feedback) | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:28:52 | |
📌 Join us: Don’t miss the Confident At Work 2026 Masterclass at the end of January Receiving negative feedback or constructive criticism can feel deeply personal - even when you’re doing well and most feedback is positive. If you’ve ever struggled with feed criticism at work, felt knocked by feedback, or wondered “why do I take feedback so personally?”, this episode is for you. In this episode, we explore why negative feedback hurts so much, how low confidence cycles and self-criticism make feedback harder to handle, and why struggling with criticism is often part of a bigger emotional picture. I also share my own experience of finding feedback painful and how that changed over time. We talk about:
If you want to handle criticism better, stop overthinking feedback, and feel more confident when receiving negative feedback, this episode will help you start changing your relationship with feedback - with time, a bit of compassion, and practice. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Membership Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 169. What We Learned About Your Confidence Challenges in 2025 - And How We’ll Tackle Them in 2026 | 05 Jan 2026 | 00:13:57 | |
📌 Join us: Don’t miss the Confident At Work 2026 Masterclass at the end of January - your chance to explore these insights and step into the year with greater clarity and self-awareness. Looking to understand the confidence challenges that high-performing professionals face at work? In this episode, we review the biggest struggles reported by clients and listeners in 2025 - from overthinking and perfectionism to people-pleasing, speaking up in meetings, handling feedback, and navigating conflict. We explore the patterns and insights behind these challenges, showing what really keeps people stuck and why these struggles are so common, even for successful and emotionally intelligent professionals. 💡 Key insights include:
🎯 Perfect for: mid-to-senior professionals, emotionally intelligent leaders, and anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of confidence at work! Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 168. 5 Things to Leave in 2025 for More Confidence in 2026 | 21 Dec 2025 | 00:17:53 | |
Sign up here: Confident At Work 2026 Masterclass, January 2026 Ready to step into the new year with more confidence at work? In this episode, we explore 5 things to leave behind in 2025 that might be holding you back:
🎓 If you want to feel more confident at work, you need to join our upcoming training, Confident At Work 2026 Masterclass. Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 167. The 7 Skills You Need To Build Confidence At Work | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:19:17 | |
Do you struggle with self-doubt, overthinking, or fear at work? Confidence isn’t something you either have or don’t - it’s something you can develop by mastering a set of key skills. In this episode, I break down the 7 essential skills that take you from low to high confidence at work. You’ll learn all about skills you need to master including learning how to:
Whether you want to perform at your best, boost your confidence, or show up with clarity and calm, this episode gives you the roadmap to start building confidence today. Want to be more Confident At Work? Join our free How To Be More Confident Masterclass happening in September 2026
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| 166. Why I Want You to F Up While You’re Building Confidence at Work | 08 Dec 2025 | 00:10:14 | |
In this episode, we're talking about one of the core skills you need to build real confidence at work: tolerating mistakes. Right now, the strategy you’re probably using to feel more confident is getting everything perfect - getting everything right. In this episode, I’ll show you why ultimately, that doesn’t work and what you need to do differently if you want to feel genuinely confident at work. If your confidence drops the moment something goes wrong, this episode is for you. Many professionals struggle with imposter syndrome, overthinking, perfectionism and worrying about how they’re perceived - and you can’t solve any of that without learning to handle mistakes. We’ll explore:
You’ll learn how to build confidence that holds up under pressure, and how to feel more steady, capable and yourself at work - even when things get messy. Want to be more Confident At Work?
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| 165. Before vs After: 3 Real Work Moments Where Big Emotions Finally Calmed Down | 01 Dec 2025 | 00:17:10 | |
Ever had panic, fear, or worry hijack your brain at work? In this episode, I’m sharing three real before-and-after client stories where big emotions once took over - and how each person learned to calm things down and stay grounded. You’ll hear:
These kinds of emotional shifts can create huge changes in how you show up at work. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Membership Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 164. Confidence for the Many (Not Just a Privileged Few) | 24 Nov 2025 | 00:16:08 | |
In this episode of Confident at Work, Anna opens up a powerful conversation about who confidence is really for - and why it’s time we stop treating it like something only a privileged few get to have. Drawing on years of coaching, personal experience, and the patterns she sees across workplaces, Anna explores why so many competent professionals still feel like confidence is out of reach. She digs into the invisible barriers faced by people who’ve been historically marginalised or made to feel “other,” and why confidence isn’t a personality trait you either luck into or miss out on - it’s something you can build, nurture, and grow from the inside out. This episode invites you to see confidence as a generational movement: one that challenges the norms that reward the already-advantaged, and instead opens the door for everyone to feel grounded, capable, and confident at work. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Membership Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 163. How To Stop Overdoing, And Start Trusting Yourself | 17 Nov 2025 | 00:17:08 | |
If you’ve been trying to feel confident by overdoing everything this episode is your wake-up call! So many competent professionals fall into the same pattern of overdoing ; overworking, over-preparing, over-delivering, over-checking, and overthinking. And while it works - for a while! In this episode, Anna Manning explores why so many of us rely on overdoing and why that strategy eventually stops working. You’ll learn how to shift from control mode to trust, from effort to more ease - and how real confidence begins not with doing more, but by learning how to trust yourself.
Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Membership Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 162. When Confidence Gets Tested: Decide How You’ll Handle it Ahead Of Time | 10 Nov 2025 | 00:16:17 | |
In this episode of Confident at Work, Anna Manning explores a powerful mindset tool for building genuine confidence - deciding ahead of time. Confidence at work isn’t built in the easy moments; it’s built in how you handle the hard ones - after a mistake, failure, or embarrassing moment. Anna explains why waiting until you’re in those situations to decide how to respond often leads to harsh self-criticism, and how choosing your response beforehand can completely change how you lead yourself and strengthen your confidence for the longterm. You’ll learn how to:
Understand why kindness doesn’t make you complacent, it makes you capable Confidence isn’t about perfection - it’s about how you treat yourself when things don’t go perfectly. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Membership | |||
| 161. Cringe to Comedy: Rewriting Your Worst Work Stories! | 03 Nov 2025 | 00:18:51 | |
We’ve all got one - that mortifying work moment we still think about at 3 a.m. The awkward presentation. The email that went to the wrong person. The interview that turned into a monologue. In this episode, we’re taking those moments that made you cringe… and turning them into comedy. Because being able to re-tell your old stories is a powerful way to loosen their grip, reduce their impact, and have a good old chuckle in the process! You’ll learn: 💡 Why humour is such a powerful mindset-shifting tool 💡 How to reframe your most embarrassing work stories so they lose their sting By the end, you’ll see that even your most cringe-worthy moments can become funny stories, and that being able to laugh about them truly changes things for the better. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Membership Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 160. How to Overcome Public Speaking Anxiety for Good [Ep 3 How To Be More Confident Public Speaking] | 27 Oct 2025 | 00:32:09 | |
In this final episode of How to Feel More Confident Public Speaking, we’re going deeper than surface-level tips.Because confidence isn’t just about managing nerves, it’s about changing the patterns that create them. We’ll explore the three key areas of change work that make a lasting difference: 💭 Changing low-confidence cycle habits - the subtle thought and behaviour loops that keep you stuck. 🧠 Updating subconscious learnings - the emotional blueprints your brain’s been running since “that one bad presentation.” 💪 Reconditioning your physical responses - how to calm the body’s automatic fear signals and replace them with safety and strength. When you work on all three, you’re not just coping with public speaking, you’re changing how your mind and body experience it so you can feel more calm and more confident, for life. 🎧 Listen now and start feeling more confident public speaking! Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Membership Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 159. One Tip for More Confidence (That You Won’t Want to Hear!) | 20 Oct 2025 | 00:08:25 | |
We all want that one silver bullet - the quick fix that will make us feel more confident at work. But as Anna shares in this episode, building confidence isn’t something you can reduce to a single tip or trick. And yet… there is one thing she stands by - though you might not want to hear it! In this short but powerful episode, Anna reveals the one shift that truly changes how you experience confidence - not just for a moment, but for good. Mentioned in this episode: The High Confidence Cycle, Anna’s framework for creating lasting confidence. Want to be more Confident At Work? Start here: take our free: Confidence Assessment Get private support to feel confident at work - book a call to explore private coaching Explore and join the Confident At Work Membership Cover art by Jacob McFadden Theme song by Melissa Carter @ Making Audio Magic | |||
| 158. How To Spot Your Public Speaking Fear Patterns [Ep:2 How To Be More Confident Public Speaking] | 13 Oct 2025 | 00:31:27 | |
In episode 1 we looked at the foundations you need to build public speaking confidence, this episode is about helping you to figure out what’s actually tripping you up now - the surface patterns and the unconscious stories buried underneath. Spotting these patterns is the essential first step to changing them, so i'm inviting you to play detective! In this episode you’ll hear:
You can view the Low Confidence Cycle here. Want to be more Confident At Work?
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